Cheap Car Rentals in Wellington, New Zealand from C$ 38
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 22/6 and drop-off date of 24/6. 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.
Cheapest time to rent a car in Wellington, New Zealand
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 23 May 2025.
January
C$ 62
February
C$ 63
March
C$ 45
April
C$ 52
May
C$ 40
June
C$ 40
July
C$ 41
August
C$ 40
September
C$ 40
October
C$ 41
November
C$ 52
December
C$ 85
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 23 May 2025.
In Wellington, there are 70 active rental locations from 37 car rental companies. small car is the cheapest car type to rent in Wellington in the past week - currently priced from C$ 38/day. View deals for 3 car types available to rent in this destination:
Economy
C$ 44+
Compact
C$ 38+
Full-size SUV
C$ 62+
Pick-up truck
C$ 69+
Compact SUV
C$ 44+
Intermediate SUV
C$ 52+
Standard SUV
C$ 56+
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 23 May 2025.
Small cars | C$ 28 - C$ 82 | |
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All Car Types | C$ 36 - C$ 141 |
To rent a small car in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of C$ 46/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Wellington, New Zealand (~C$ 28/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 82/day). In fact, May is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Wellington, renting a small car saves you 22% 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. Here are the best Wellington small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a medium car in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of C$ 61/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Wellington, New Zealand (~C$ 40/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 127/day). In fact, August is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Wellington, renting a medium car is 2% 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.
To rent a large car in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of C$ 62/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Wellington, New Zealand (~C$ 69/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~C$ 222/day). In fact, July is about 9% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Wellington, renting a large car is 5% 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.
To rent a SUV in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of C$ 56/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Wellington, New Zealand (~C$ 37/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 100/day). In fact, September is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Wellington, renting a SUV saves you 5% 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. Here are the best Wellington SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a van in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of C$ 72/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a van in Wellington, New Zealand (~C$ 45/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~C$ 233/day). In fact, May is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Wellington, renting a van is 18% 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 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 23 May 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.
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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$ 52. Data was last updated on 23 May 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.
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 23 May 2025.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Wellington for a week from Mode Car & Camper Rentals?
Mode Car & Camper Rentals is one of the most popular car rental companies in Wellington, offering car rentals for around C$ 221 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 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 June to be on average C$ 37 per day.
Car rentals by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Wellington, New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 23 May 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (C$ 21+).
Electric
C$ 38+
Gas/Diesel
C$ 21+
Hybrid
C$ 27+