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Cheap Car Rentals in Nelson, New Zealand from C$ 36

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Nelson with a pick-up date of 7/8 and drop-off date of 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Nelson, New Zealand car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Nelson, New Zealand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 July 2026.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of gas per litre

C$ 2.56

Average price per day

C$ 73

Cheapest price per day

C$ 36
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Popular car types in Nelson, New Zealand

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Nelson, New Zealand and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 27 July 2026.
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In Nelson, there are 19 active rental locations from 19 car rental companies. small car is the cheapest car type to rent in Nelson in the past week - currently priced from C$ 36/day. View deals for 4 car types available to rent in this destination:

Economy

Economy

C$ 40+

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Compact

Compact

C$ 36+

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SUV

SUV

C$ 53+

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Passenger Van

Passenger Van

C$ 255+

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Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

C$ 61+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 37+

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Supplier choice

Supplier choice

C$ 40+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 43+

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Best car rental deals found in Nelson

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Nelson, New Zealand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Nelson, New Zealand with an average daily rate of C$ 64. Data was last updated on 27 July 2026.
Chevrolet Sonic SedanC$ 36/day
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Chevrolet Sonic Sedan
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Volkswagen TaosC$ 37/day
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Volkswagen Taos
Found 07/26/26
Class VehicleC$ 40/day
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Class Vehicle
Found 07/26/26

Cheapflights insights for Nelson car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Nelson, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Nelson?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Nelson, book about 71 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around C$ 42, which is about 11% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Nelson?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Nelson is Go Rentals (rated 10.0/10). Avis (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

Go Rentals
Go Rentals
10.0
Avis
Avis
10.0
Hertz
Hertz
10.0
Thrifty
Thrifty
8.1

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Nelson?

At Nelson, the best time to rent a car is in July, with an average daily rate of just C$ 38. Conversely, February is the priciest month, averaging C$ 113 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Nelson, the best time to rent a car is in July, with an average daily rate of just C$ 38. Conversely, February is the priciest month, averaging C$ 113 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

C$ 89

February

C$ 113

March

C$ 97

April

C$ 69

May

C$ 47

June

C$ 39

July

C$ 38

August

C$ 42

September

C$ 49

October

C$ 47

November

C$ 68

December

C$ 97

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Top rental agencies in Nelson, New Zealand

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Nelson, New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Nelson, New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on 27 July 2026.

Go Rentals

1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Hertz

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Thrifty

1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.9

Budget

6.0
Okay
1 review•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

8.0

EZI

6.0
Okay
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Dollar

2.0
Poor
1 review•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

6.0

Right Cars

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Nelson, New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 July 2026.

  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Nelson?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 73/day when booking a rental car in Nelson. The best deal a user found was for C$ 34/day from Budget, booked on Jul. 25.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Nelson for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty is one of the most popular car rental companies in Nelson, offering car rentals for around C$ 446 per week on average.

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

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Nelson for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Budget can potentially be 56% below the average car rental price in Nelson. Check prices and availability for Budget and save on this extended rental. The cost of renting a vehicle in Nelson is on average C$ 1,912 a month or C$ 64 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Nelson car rental.

  • How much is a car rental in Nelson for a weekend?

    C$ 0 is typically the average cost for a rental car for the weekend in Nelson, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Nelson, then opt for a Compact rental vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of August, you can expect to find car rental prices on Cheapflights for as low as C$ 0/day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Nelson, New Zealand

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Nelson, New Zealand. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Nelson, New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 27 July 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Nelson, New Zealand. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (C$ 30+).

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 33+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 30+

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