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Cheap Car Rentals in Wellington, New Zealand from C$ 29

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 Wellington with a pick-up date of 22/9 and drop-off date of 1/10. 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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Wellington, New Zealand car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Wellington, New Zealand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 July 2025.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of gas per litre

C$ 2.19

Average price per day

C$ 26

Cheapest price per day

C$ 29

Popular car types in Wellington, New Zealand

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Wellington, 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 3 July 2025.

In Wellington, there are 74 active rental locations from 38 car rental companies. small car is the cheapest car type to rent in Wellington in the past week - currently priced from C$ 29/day. View deals for 4 car types available to rent in this destination:

Economy

Economy

C$ 30+

Compact

Compact

C$ 29+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 83+

SUV

SUV

C$ 46+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

C$ 89+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 32+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 48+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

C$ 78+

Compare car rental deals in Wellington, New Zealand by type

Here are the best Wellington small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Wellington large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Wellington SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Nissan SylphyC$ 29/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sylphy
Honda FitC$ 30/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Toyota YarisC$ 30/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Best car rental deals found in Wellington

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Wellington, New Zealand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Wellington, New Zealand with an average daily rate of C$ 50. Data was last updated on 3 July 2025.
The best prices on car rentals in Wellington we've found at this time. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Nissan SylphyC$ 29/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sylphy
Honda FitC$ 30/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Toyota YarisC$ 30/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Cheapflights insights for Wellington car rentals

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

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

Book your rental car in Wellington 49 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around C$ 40/day on average when booked 49 days ahead, which saves you 7% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest rental car company in Wellington?

Mode is currently the cheapest rental car company in Wellington with deals as low as C$ 18.39/day found in the past two weeks. Hertz is another inexpensive option with rates as low as C$ 18.95/day.

What is the best car rental company in Wellington?

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

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

At Wellington, the best time to rent a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just C$ 38. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging C$ 86 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 Wellington, the best time to rent a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just C$ 38. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging C$ 86 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$ 61

February

C$ 63

March

C$ 45

April

C$ 52

May

C$ 38

June

C$ 40

July

C$ 41

August

C$ 38

September

C$ 41

October

C$ 42

November

C$ 52

December

C$ 86

What car do most people rent in Wellington?

The most popular types of cars to rent in Wellington are the following: Passenger Van rentals (Volkswagen Sharan or similar), Intermediate rentals (Volkswagen Sharan or similar), and Full-size rentals (Class Full-size Van or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in Wellington?

Thrifty has 6 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Ace Rental Cars has the second-highest number of locations in Wellington at 4.

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 3 July 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Wellington, such as Avis, Budget and Apex. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Avis

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.6

Budget

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

9.6

Apex

9.6
Wonderful
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

9.4

Dollar

8.5
Very good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.5

Ace Rental Cars

8.4
Very good
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

8.0

Hertz

7.7
Good
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.7

Thrifty

7.6
Good
5 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.6

Bargain Rental Cars

7.0
Good
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

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 3 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Wellington?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 26/day when booking a rental car in Wellington. The best deal a user found was for C$ 19/day from Mode, booked on Jun. 29.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Wellington for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is one of the most popular car rental companies in Wellington, offering car rentals for around C$ 133 per week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Wellington for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Mode currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 8% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in Wellington. Typically, a monthly car rental in Wellington can be found for C$ 568. You can find car rental deals to be on average C$ 19 a day.

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

    Car rental prices in Wellington are typically C$ 0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car rental deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider renting a Compact to save money on your trip to C$ 0. Our users have found prices for Compact car rentals in August to be on average C$ 83 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Wellington, New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 3 July 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (C$ 22+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 25+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 32+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 22+

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