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Cheap Car Rentals in South Island from C$ 14
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 South Island with a pick-up date of 26/11 and drop-off date of 3/12. 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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Popular car types in South Island
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in South Island and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 27 October 2025.
There are 73 rental agencies servicing South Island. These agencies, altogether, have 101 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? small car is the cheapest car type to rent in South Island with prices from C$ 14 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can rent in South Island:
Economy
C$ 14+
Compact
C$ 18+
Intermediate
C$ 51+
Full-size
C$ 84+
SUV
C$ 56+
Minivan
C$ 112+
Full-size SUV
C$ 86+
Pick-up truck
C$ 90+
Supplier choice
C$ 18+
Compact SUV
C$ 30+
Standard SUV
C$ 43+
Intermediate SUV
C$ 50+
Compare car rental deals in South Island by type
Here are the best South Island small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Island medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Island large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Island SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Island van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Mitsubishi MirageC$ 14/day
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Toyota YarisC$ 18/day
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Audi A3C$ 18/day
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Best car rental deals found in South Island
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in South Island. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in South Island with an average daily rate of C$ 81. Data was last updated on 27 October 2025.
Mitsubishi MirageC$ 14/day
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Toyota YarisC$ 18/day
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Audi A3C$ 18/day
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Cheapflights insights for South Island car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in South Island, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in South Island?
To get the best deal on a rental car in South Island, book about 18 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around C$ 49, which is about 14% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in South Island?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in South Island is Dollar (rated 10.0/10). EZI (rated 9.6/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Dollar
10.0
EZI
9.6
Avis
9.2
Thrifty
8.4
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South Island?
At South Island, the best time to rent a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just C$ 35. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging C$ 105 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 South Island, the best time to rent a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just C$ 35. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging C$ 105 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$ 84
February
C$ 76
March
C$ 63
April
C$ 59
May
C$ 35
June
C$ 37
July
C$ 53
August
C$ 53
September
C$ 49
October
C$ 47
November
C$ 63
December
C$ 105
What car do most people rent in South Island?
SUV rentals (Mitsubishi Outlander, for example) are the most popular in South Island. Passenger Van (Kia Carnival) and Intermediate (Toyota Corolla) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting South Island.
Top rental agencies in South Island
Explore the leading car rental agencies in South Island known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in South Island. Reviews were last updated on 27 October 2025.
Dollar
4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.5
Value
9.5
EZI
3 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Overall
9.6
Pick-up/drop-off
9.6
Value
9.6
Avis
9 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.6
Overall
9.2
Pick-up/drop-off
9.4
Value
8.8
Thrifty
8 reviews•10 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.7
Value
8.1
Apex
11 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.6
Value
8.1
Hertz
19 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.6
Overall
8.3
Pick-up/drop-off
8.4
Value
8.0
Ace Rental Cars
16 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.7
Overall
8.3
Pick-up/drop-off
8.4
Value
8.4
New Zealand Discount Car Rentals
19 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
7.9
Value
8.3
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South Island, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 October 2025.
What is the cheapest rental car found in South Island?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 74/day when booking a rental car in South Island. The best deal a user found was for C$ 48/day from Yes Rentals, booked on Oct. 26.
How much does it cost to rent a car in South Island for a week from Mode?
From Mode you can rent a car in South Island from about C$ 584 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in South Island?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month in South Island check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much does it cost to rent a car in South Island for a month?
Yes Rentals currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 77% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in South Island. Typically, a monthly car rental in South Island can be found for C$ 2,501. You can find car rental deals to be on average C$ 83 a day.