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Cheap Car Rentals in Wellington, New Zealand

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Wellington, New Zealand 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 21 November 2024.

January

Rp 666,878

February

Rp 714,512

March

Rp 746,268

April

Rp 587,488

May

Rp 460,463

June

Rp 444,585

July

Rp 476,341

August

Rp 460,463

September

Rp 460,463

October

Rp 492,219

November

Rp 571,610

December

Rp 889,171

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Wellington is June. 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 Wellington, New Zealand

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Wellington, New Zealand to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Small cars

Rp 405,366 - Rp 1,018,418

All Car Types

Rp 405,366 - Rp 1,202,000

To hire a small car in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 296,367/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Wellington, New Zealand (~Rp 405,366/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~Rp 1,018,418/day). In fact, August is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Wellington, hiring a small car saves you 25% 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.

Top rental agencies in Wellington, New Zealand

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Wellington, New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Wellington, New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on 21 November 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Wellington, including Avis, Budget and Apex. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Avis

3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.6

Budget

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.6

Apex

9.5
Wonderful
6 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.2

Dollar

8.5
Very Good
2 reviews•3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.5

Hertz

8.2
Very Good
3 reviews•3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.2

Thrifty

7.6
Good
5 reviews•5 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.6

Ace Rental Cars

7.3
Good
3 reviews•4 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.3

Europcar

6.4
Okay
4 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Wellington, New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 November 2024.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Wellington?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (10.0 rating), Yesaway (10.0 rating) and Budget (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Wellington.

  • What are petrol prices like in Wellington?

    The average price of petrol in Wellington is Rp 26,357.58/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 1,186,091 and Rp 1,713,242 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Wellington for a week from EZI?

    EZI is one of the most popular car hire companies in Wellington, offering car hire for around Rp 4,015,719 per week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Wellington it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 35%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 78 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

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

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

  • What car do most people hire in Wellington?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Wellington is Mini (Kia Carnival) based on our Cheapflights data.

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