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Car Hire in South Island

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Queenstown, New Zealand
15 May — 22 May
Queenstown, New Zealand
Wed 15/5
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Wed 22/5
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Best deals found for South Island car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular hire cars in South Island
Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers

$17/day

3 Jun - 3 Jul
Toyota Corolla
Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers

$17/day

14 Jun - 28 Jun
Toyota Corolla
Hyundai Accent Hatch
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$17/day

7 Jun - 27 Jun
Hyundai Accent Hatch
Hyundai Accent
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$17/day

7 Jun - 14 Jun
Hyundai Accent
Hyundai Accent
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$18/day

21 May - 24 May
Hyundai Accent
Kia Picanto
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$19/day

28 May - 4 Jun
Kia Picanto
Mitsubishi Eclipse
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers
2-door vehicles

$23/day

7 Jun - 27 Jun
Mitsubishi Eclipse
Hyundai Venue
or similar SUV
Up to 2 passengers

$24/day

8 Jun - 22 Jun
Hyundai Venue
Mitsubishi Eclipse
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers
2-door vehicles

$24/day

8 Jun - 19 Jun
Mitsubishi Eclipse

South Island car hire deals found on momondo

Find the car hire in South Island that's right for you

Small cars

$35 - $128

All Car Types

$60 - $153

The average price of a small car hire in South Island is $67. The cheapest time to hire a small car in South Island is in May. The price is 49% lower than the rest of the year at just $35 per day. A small car rental is typically 30% less expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a vehicle hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for South Island small car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car hire in South Island is $87. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in South Island is in June. The price is 42% lower than the rest of the year at just $51 per day. A medium car rental is typically 11% less expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a vehicle hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for South Island medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car hire in South Island is $133. The cheapest time to hire a large car in South Island is in June. The price is 23% lower than the rest of the year at just $104 per day. A large car rental is typically 28% more expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a vehicle hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a SUV hire in South Island is $92. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in South Island is in June. The price is 40% lower than the rest of the year at just $56 per day. A SUV rental is typically 5% less expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a vehicle hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for South Island SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van hire in South Island is $154. The cheapest time to hire a van in South Island is in May. The price is 27% lower than the rest of the year at just $113 per day. A van rental is typically 38% more expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a vehicle hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for South Island van hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a pickup truck hire in South Island is $155. The cheapest time to hire a pickup truck in South Island is in October. The price is 60% lower than the rest of the year at just $62 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 38% more expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a vehicle hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for South Island pickup truck hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a luxury car hire in South Island is $152. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in South Island is in November. The price is 28% lower than the rest of the year at just $110 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 37% more expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a vehicle hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

Hyundai Accent Hatch
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$17/day

7 Jun - 27 Jun
Hyundai Accent Hatch
Toyota Yaris Cross
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$17/day

7 Jun - 14 Jun
Toyota Yaris Cross
Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$18/day

21 May - 24 May
Toyota Corolla

Car hire insight and trends in South Island

Useful insights to help you book the perfect car hire in South Island

What is the best car hire agency in South Island?

With an average review score of 8.6/10 from 32 reviewers, Hertz is rated the best car hire company in South Island by our users. Hertz has 13 locations in South Island including the popular city of Queenstown.

What is the most popular type of car to hire in South Island?

Compact cars are the preferred type of car to hire while visiting South Island. This is a popular car type among drivers thanks to its value at an average price of $73 per day. While 36% of momondo users settled on this type of car, you can always choose a different one based on your needs.

South Island car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in South Island

Hertz

8.6
Very Good
37 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.4

EZI

10.0
Wonderful
1 review10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

keddy by Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

9.1
Wonderful
20 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.8

Ace Rental Cars

8.8
Very Good
13 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.5

Apex

8.6
Very Good
10 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

Thrifty

8.3
Very Good
6 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

7.8

Alamo

8.2
Very Good
5 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

8.5

Car hire in South Island

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in South Island so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

When did momondo last update prices for cars in South Island?

Prices for cars in South Island are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in South Island?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in South Island?

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including South Island. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen hire company before making a reservation.

What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in South Island?

To hire a car in South Island, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in South Island?

Booking a car hire in South Island via momondo could save you time and money. momondo provides you with a wide selection of options and cars as we search thousands of car hire websites and locations to enable you to make the best choice for your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in South Island?

momondo enables you to find the best car hire deal in South Island by providing useful filters to narrow your search. Filters include, but are not limited to: price, body type, rental company and specific policies that you may want.

Does momondo show car hire deals in South Island with free cancellation?

Free cancellation is a policy that can be filtered on momondo car hire searches for South Island and all other locations. Availability may vary by location.

Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in South Island on momondo?

Yes, fair fuel policies are a specific filter offered on momondo for all car hire locations including South Island.

Can I find a car hire in South Island which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

Yes, momondo shows deals with enhanced cleaning services for hire cars in South Island.

Can I search for car hire in South Island with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Unlimited mileage is indeed an option momondo offers on car hire in South Island.


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