Wellington

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

Wellington, New Zealand
5 Apr — 12 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Wellington, New Zealand
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Wellington, New Zealand car rentals in 2024

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 29 March 2024.

Most popular company

APEX

Price of gas per litre

C$ 2.46

Average price per day

C$ 55

Cheapest price per day

C$ 29

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

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 29 March 2024.

January

C$ 58

February

C$ 63

March

C$ 65

April

C$ 66

May

C$ 48

June

C$ 48

July

C$ 59

August

C$ 50

September

C$ 46

October

C$ 44

November

C$ 50

December

C$ 73

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Wellington is October. 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 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 29 March 2024.

In Wellington, there are 63 active rental locations from 33 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$ 29+

Compact

Compact

C$ 30+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 55+

SUV

SUV

C$ 32+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 92+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 84+

Passenger Van

Passenger Van

C$ 100+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 59+

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 29 March 2024.

Small cars

C$ 41 - C$ 106

All Car Types

C$ 42 - C$ 100

To rent a small car in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of C$ 57/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Wellington, New Zealand (~C$ 41/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~C$ 106/day). In fact, October is about 29% 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 17% 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$ 63/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Wellington, New Zealand (~C$ 43/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 126/day). In fact, October is about 33% 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 saves you 6% 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 medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of C$ 82/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Wellington, New Zealand (~C$ 51/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 179/day). In fact, July is about 39% 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 19% 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$ 57/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Wellington, New Zealand (~C$ 41/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 97/day). In fact, October is about 29% 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 17% 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$ 103/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a van in Wellington, New Zealand (~C$ 57/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 268/day). In fact, July is about 45% 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 34% 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 Wellington van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Honda FitC$ 29/day
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A/C
Honda Fit
Honda CivicC$ 30/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic

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 29 March 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Wellington, such as Avis, Budget and Dollar. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Avis

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.6

Budget

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

9.5

Dollar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.3

Apex

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Hertz

8.5
Very good
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.4

Ace Rental Cars

7.3
Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.3

Thrifty

7.2
Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.2

Europcar

6.4
Okay
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.2

Best Wellington, New Zealand car rental deals found

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$ 67. Data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
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.
Honda FitC$ 29/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda CivicC$ 30/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Kia SportageC$ 32/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Sportage

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 29 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Wellington?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 55/day when booking a rental car in Wellington. The best deal a user found was for C$ 29/day from Mode Car & Camper Rentals, booked on Mar. 24.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Wellington from the following companies over the past two weeks: Mode Car & Camper Rentals (C$ 29/day), Alamo (C$ 55/day), and Thrifty (C$ 59/day).

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

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

  • What are gas prices like in Wellington?

    The average gas price in Wellington is C$ 2.46/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 110 and C$ 160 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    Apex is one of the most popular car rental companies in Wellington, offering car rentals for around C$ 447 per week on average.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 38% on your car rental. For a below average price in Wellington, Cheapflights recommends booking your car rental at least 64 days in advance.

  • 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 Car & Camper Rentals currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 75% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in Wellington. Typically, a monthly car rental in Wellington can be found for C$ 1,916. You can find car rental deals to be on average C$ 64 a day.

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

    Car rental prices in Wellington are typically C$ 24 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car rental deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider renting a Economy to save money on your trip to C$ 24. Our users have found prices for Economy car rentals in April to be on average C$ 49 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in Wellington?

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

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Luxury car rentals in Wellington, New Zealand

Find luxury car rental deals in Wellington, New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Wellington, New Zealand cost an average of C$ 157 per day. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on upscale car rentals in Wellington. Before completing your reservation, make sure the deal you've selected matches your car rental needs and budget.
Audi A4C$ 67/day
5
2
M
Audi A4
Audi A4C$ 68/day
5
2
M
Audi A4
Mercedes-Benz C-ClassC$ 129/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Van rentals in Wellington, New Zealand

Find van rental deals in Wellington, New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Wellington, New Zealand cost an average of C$ 215 per day. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on van rentals in the Wellington 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.
Dodge Grand CaravanC$ 92/day
5
M
A/C
Dodge Grand Caravan
Toyota SiennaC$ 94/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna
Toyota SiennaC$ 98/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna

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 29 March 2024.

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$ 24+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 24+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 24+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 39+

Airport car rentals in Wellington
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