Thrifty car hire in Queenstown
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Thrifty car hire deals in Queenstown, Otago
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Small cars | $62 - $157 | |
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All Car Types | $88 - $215 |
The best time to hire a Small car from Thrifty in Queenstown, Otago is in May when prices are $62 per day on average. $62 per day is 40% lower than the $103 average yearly price for a Thrifty Small car hire in Queenstown. While May may be the cheapest month to hire a Small car from Thrifty in Queenstown, January is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in January on Small car hire from Thrifty depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a Medium car from Thrifty in Queenstown, Otago is in June when prices are $70 per day on average. $70 per day is 46% lower than the $129 average yearly price for a Thrifty Medium car hire in Queenstown. While June may be the cheapest month to hire a Medium car from Thrifty in Queenstown, March is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in March on Medium car hire from Thrifty depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a Large car from Thrifty in Queenstown, Otago is in May when prices are $96 per day on average. $96 per day is 43% lower than the $168 average yearly price for a Thrifty Large car hire in Queenstown. While May may be the cheapest month to hire a Large car from Thrifty in Queenstown, March is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in March on Large car hire from Thrifty depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a SUV car from Thrifty in Queenstown, Otago is in June when prices are $66 per day on average. $66 per day is 53% lower than the $140 average yearly price for a Thrifty SUV car hire in Queenstown. While June may be the cheapest month to hire a SUV car from Thrifty in Queenstown, March is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in March on SUV car hire from Thrifty depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a Van car from Thrifty in Queenstown, Otago is in June when prices are $140 per day on average. $140 per day is 25% lower than the $187 average yearly price for a Thrifty Van car hire in Queenstown. While June may be the cheapest month to hire a Van car from Thrifty in Queenstown, March is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in March on Van car hire from Thrifty depending on what day you book.
The best time to hire a Pickup truck car from Thrifty in Queenstown, Otago is in September when prices are $124 per day on average. $124 per day is 36% lower than the $194 average yearly price for a Thrifty Pickup truck car hire in Queenstown. While September may be the cheapest month to hire a Pickup truck car from Thrifty in Queenstown, April is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in April on Pickup truck car hire from Thrifty depending on what day you book.
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31 May - 21 Jun$40/day
9 May - 23 MayQueenstown’s Thrifty locations
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Information about Thrifty car hires in Queenstown
Does Thrifty have a location at Queenstown Intl Airport?
Yes. The 2 locations that Thrifty has at Queenstown Intl Airport can be found at Airport Ave, Frankton and Queenstown New Zealand.
Does Thrifty offer free car hire cancellation in Queenstown?
Yes, Thrifty in Queenstown does offer free cancellations on hire cars. However, we always recommend you give Thrifty a call if you have to make a last-minute cancellation, as sometimes there are fees involved. A list of Thrifty phone numbers can be found here under the Locations tab.
What is the most popular car to hire from Thrifty while in Queenstown in May?
In May, our users who hire cars from Thrifty in Queenstown prefer Economy hires. If you’re looking to reserve one of their Economy hires during this month, prices tend to be $109/day on average and $72/day at their lowest. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on how far out you book your car hire, as well as what car model you choose.
What is the cheapest type of car to hire from Thrifty in Queenstown?
The cheapest type of car to hire from Thrifty in Queenstown is the Compact ($88/day on average). In the past year, 23% of our users who hired a car from Thrifty chose the Compact for its cost savings. A Compact also happens to be 47% cheaper than the average cost of the most expensive car available from Thrifty in Queenstown.
How many Thrifty car hire locations are there in Queenstown?
There are 3 car hire locations in Queenstown that Thrifty owns. Their Airport Ave, Frankton, Queenstown location happens to be the most popular amongst our users. In the last 12 months, 63% of the users who hired a car from Thrifty in Queenstown chose to pick up their hire at Airport Ave, Frankton.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Queenstown?
Prices for cars in Queenstown are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Queenstown?
As of April 2025, there are 70 operators available to choose from for cars in Queenstown.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Queenstown?
The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Queenstown. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen hire company before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Queenstown?
To hire a car in Queenstown, 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.