Queenstown

Cheap Car Rentals in Queenstown from C$ 17

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in Queenstown with a pick-up date of 9/5 and drop-off date of 16/5. 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.
Queenstown, New Zealand
2 May — 9 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Queenstown, New Zealand
Thu 2/5
Noon
Thu 9/5
Noon

Queenstown car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Queenstown. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Most popular company

MODERENTALS

Price of gas per litre

C$ 2.46

Average price per day

C$ 55

Cheapest price per day

C$ 17

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Queenstown 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 25 April 2024.

January

C$ 76

February

C$ 78

March

C$ 65

April

C$ 49

May

C$ 43

June

C$ 49

July

C$ 80

August

C$ 68

September

C$ 56

October

C$ 50

November

C$ 60

December

C$ 97

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Queenstown is May. 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.

Popular car types in Queenstown

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Queenstown and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

There are 50 rental agencies servicing Queenstown. These agencies, altogether, have 67 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? small car is the cheapest car type to rent in Queenstown with prices from C$ 17 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can rent in Queenstown:

Economy

Economy

C$ 17+

Compact

Compact

C$ 25+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 44+

SUV

SUV

C$ 36+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 54+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 78+

Passenger Van

Passenger Van

C$ 66+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 36+

Compare available car types for rental in Queenstown

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Queenstown to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Small cars

C$ 42 - C$ 78

All Car Types

C$ 48 - C$ 100

To rent a small car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of C$ 57/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~C$ 42/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~C$ 78/day). In fact, May is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Queenstown, renting a small car saves you 18% 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 Queenstown small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of C$ 73/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~C$ 40/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~C$ 113/day). In fact, May is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Queenstown, renting a medium 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. Here are the best Queenstown medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of C$ 87/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~C$ 45/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~C$ 137/day). In fact, June is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Queenstown, renting a large car is 20% 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 Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of C$ 74/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Queenstown, New Zealand (~C$ 51/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 105/day). In fact, June is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Queenstown, renting a SUV is 7% 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. Here are the best Queenstown SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of C$ 97/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a van in Queenstown, New Zealand (~C$ 56/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~C$ 189/day). In fact, April is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Queenstown, renting a van is 28% 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. Here are the best Queenstown van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Honda FitC$ 17/day
2
5
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A/C
Honda Fit
Nissan SylphyC$ 25/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sylphy

Top rental agencies in Queenstown

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Queenstown known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Queenstown. Reviews were last updated on 25 April 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Queenstown, including Go Rentals, Thrifty and Ace Rental Cars. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Go Rentals

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Thrifty

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.0

Ace Rental Cars

9.3
Wonderful
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.3

Hertz

9.3
Wonderful
14 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.7

Apex

9.1
Wonderful
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.6

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.4

Avis

8.7
Very good
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.4

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Snap Rentals

8.6
Very good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.6

Budget

8.1
Very good
19 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

8.0

Best Queenstown car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Queenstown. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Queenstown with an average daily rate of C$ 49. Data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on rentals cars in Queenstown. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Honda FitC$ 17/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Nissan SylphyC$ 25/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sylphy
Jeep PatriotC$ 36/day
5
M
A/C
Jeep Patriot

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Queenstown, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Queenstown?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 55/day when booking a rental car in Queenstown. The best deal a user found was for C$ 36/day from Mode Car & Camper Rentals, booked on Apr. 21.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Queenstown?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Queenstown from the following companies over the past two weeks: EZU Car Rental (C$ 17/day), EV Hire (C$ 25/day), and Rental Cars 247 (C$ 42/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Queenstown?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Yesaway (10.0 rating), Thrifty (10.0 rating) and Europcar (10.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Queenstown.

  • What are gas prices like in Queenstown?

    The average gas price in Queenstown is C$ 2.46/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 110 and C$ 159 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Queenstown for a week from Mode Car & Camper Rentals?

    Mode Car & Camper Rentals is one of the most popular car rental companies in Queenstown, offering car rentals for around C$ 264 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Queenstown for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Queenstown it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 32%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 56 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 Queenstown?

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

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

    We’ve recently found that Mode Car & Camper Rentals offers you prices that are 50% cheaper than the average rate available for a long-term rental. The average cost of a car rental in Queenstown for a month is C$ 1,130. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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

    For a weekend car rental in Queenstown, you can expect the average price to be around C$ 0. Usually a Economy rental in Queenstown is your cheapest weekend car rental option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car rental types. If you do opt for renting a Economy for May, it will cost approximately C$ 44 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in Queenstown?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to rent a Compact (Hyundai i30) in Queenstown, making it the most popular option.

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Luxury car rentals in Queenstown

Find luxury car rental deals in Queenstown from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Queenstown cost an average of C$ 113 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Check out some of the best deals we've found on luxury car rentals in the Queenstown area. Check back soon for more options if you're not finding the right car rental for you and your fellow passengers.
Chrysler 300C$ 88/day
5
M
Chrysler 300
Mercedes-Benz C-ClassC$ 91/day
5
M
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Mercedes-Benz C-ClassC$ 109/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Van rentals in Queenstown

Find van rental deals in Queenstown from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Queenstown cost an average of C$ 150 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on van rentals in the Queenstown area at the moment. If you're not finding the van rental that is right for you and your passengers, be sure to check back soon.
Toyota SiennaC$ 54/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna
Toyota SiennaC$ 55/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna
Toyota SiennaC$ 56/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna

Car rentals by fuel type in Queenstown

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Queenstown. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Queenstown. Deals were last updated on 25 April 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Queenstown. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (C$ 12+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 44+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 12+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 13+

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