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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Queenstown?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Queenstown and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 10 April 2025.

January

Rp 895,724

February

Rp 845,022

March

Rp 642,217

April

Rp 523,914

May

Rp 422,511

June

Rp 473,212

July

Rp 692,918

August

Rp 642,217

September

Rp 490,113

October

Rp 523,914

November

Rp 625,316

December

Rp 1,183,031

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Queenstown is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Queenstown

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Queenstown to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 April 2025.

Small cars

Rp 340,628 - Rp 1,790,724

All Car Types

Rp 708,054 - Rp 2,597,431

To hire a small car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 707,435/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~Rp 340,628/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 1,790,724/day). In fact, June is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a small car saves you 43% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,086,277/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~Rp 595,234/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 2,262,869/day). In fact, November is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a medium car saves you 13% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,219,566/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~Rp 530,336/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 2,852,617/day). In fact, May is about 57% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a large car saves you 2% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,012,671/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Queenstown, New Zealand (~Rp 689,510/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 1,837,079/day). In fact, May is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a SUV saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a van in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,317,926/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in Queenstown, New Zealand (~Rp 1,109,176/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~Rp 3,314,348/day). In fact, May is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a van is 6% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Queenstown

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Queenstown known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Queenstown. Reviews were last updated on 10 April 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Queenstown, including Thrifty, Rental Cars 247 and Hertz in Queenstown. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Thrifty

10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.2

Rental Cars 247

9.5
Wonderful
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.5

Hertz

9.3
Wonderful
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.6

Avis

9.0
Wonderful
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.3

Snap Rentals

8.6
Very Good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.6

Ace Rental Cars

8.6
Very Good
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.6

New Zealand Discount Car Rentals

8.6
Very Good
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.6

Apex

8.2
Very Good
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

7.7

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Queenstown, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Queenstown?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Dollar (10.0 rating), Thrifty (10.0 rating) and Europcar (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Queenstown.

  • What are petrol prices like in Queenstown?

    The average price of petrol in Queenstown is Rp 28,054.76/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 1,262,464 and Rp 1,823,559 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Queenstown for a week from EZU Car Rental?

    EZU Car Rental is one of the top picks in Queenstown. They can have you in a hire car for about Rp 4,002,197 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Queenstown for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 34%. Aim to book your car hire at least 53 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Queenstown.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Queenstown?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Queenstown check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • What car do most people hire in Queenstown?

    The most popular car to hire while in Queenstown is the Kia Carnival, which is a Mini vehicle.

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