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Cheap Car Hire in Auckland, New Zealand from £19

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Auckland with a pick-up date of 20/1 and drop-off date of 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Auckland, New Zealand car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Auckland, New Zealand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 December 2024.

Most popular company

AUTOUNION

Price of gas per litre

£1.42

Average price per day

£38

Cheapest price per day

£19

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Auckland, 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 20 December 2024.

January

£37

February

£45

March

£38

April

£23

May

£15

June

£16

July

£18

August

£18

September

£19

October

£24

November

£33

December

£54

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Auckland 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 Auckland, New Zealand

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Auckland, New Zealand and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 20 December 2024.

There are 67 hire agencies servicing Auckland. These agencies, altogether, have 148 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Auckland with prices from £19 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Auckland:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

SUV

SUV

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Auckland, New Zealand

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Auckland, 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 20 December 2024.

Small cars

£18 - £52

All Car Types

£25 - £67

To hire a small car in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £30/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Auckland, New Zealand (~£18/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£52/day). In fact, June is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Auckland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Auckland, hiring a small car saves you 25% 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 Auckland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £41/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Auckland, New Zealand (~£24/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£70/day). In fact, June is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Auckland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Auckland, hiring a medium car is 0% 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 hire a large car in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £61/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Auckland, New Zealand (~£44/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£87/day). In fact, June is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Auckland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Auckland, hiring a large car is 33% 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 hire a SUV in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £46/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Auckland, New Zealand (~£28/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£78/day). In fact, June is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Auckland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Auckland, hiring a SUV is 11% 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 Auckland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £65/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a van in Auckland, New Zealand (~£25/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~£106/day). In fact, June is about 63% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Auckland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Auckland, hiring a van is 38% 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 Auckland van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a pickup truck in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £54/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Auckland, New Zealand (~£25/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£84/day). In fact, April is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Auckland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Auckland, hiring a pickup truck is 26% 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 hire a luxury car in Auckland, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £48/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Auckland, New Zealand (~£20/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£161/day). In fact, June is about 60% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Auckland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Auckland, hiring a luxury car is 17% 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.

Ford Fiesta£19/day
2
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A/C
Ford Fiesta
MG ZS£20/day
4
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A/C
MG ZS
Toyota Yaris£24/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Yaris

Top hire agencies in Auckland, New Zealand

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Auckland, New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Auckland, New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on 20 December 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Auckland area such as Avis, Snap Rentals and Hertz. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Avis

9.7
Wonderful
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.7

Overall

9.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.0

Snap Rentals

8.7
Very Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.5

Hertz

8.4
Very Good
13 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.3

Budget

8.2
Very Good
6 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.8

Ace Rental Cars

7.8
Good
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Thrifty

7.7
Good
3 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.5

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

8.0

Dollar

7.7
Good
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

7.7

Europcar

5.7
Fair
11 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.5

Best Auckland, New Zealand car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Auckland, New Zealand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Auckland, New Zealand with an average daily rate of £33. Data was last updated on 20 December 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on car hires in Auckland. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Ford Fiesta£19/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
MG ZS£20/day
4
M
A/C
MG ZS
Citroen C3£20/day
4
M
A/C
Citroen C3

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Auckland, New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 December 2024.
  • What are the requirements to rent a car in Auckland?

    Most companies offering car hire in Auckland require drivers to be at least 25 years old, while other companies need drivers to be at least 30 years old to rent vans or luxury cars. Depending on the company, there may be a young driver surcharge if you're under 25. Drivers should bring their driving licence and any other valid photo identification and a credit or debit card to pay for their economy car hire. If you have been in New Zealand for less than a year and hold a driving licence in English or a certified translation if the language is in another language, you can drive car hire in Auckland with an International Driving Permit.

  • What are the rules for driving in Auckland?

    When driving your Auckland car hire, you must drive on the left, and all passengers must wear seat belts at all times. If you are visiting Auckland from another country and intend to hire a car, keep in mind that speed limits and distances are listed in kilometres. The national speed limit for streets in urban areas is 50 km/h (30 mph), 100 km/h (62 mph) on motorways and outside of urban areas, and 110 km/h (68 mph) on expressways and motorways. In New Zealand, the alcohol limit for drivers aged 20 years and over is 250 micrograms (mcg) of alcohol per litre of breath and the blood alcohol limit is 50 milligrams (mg) per 100 millilitres (ml) of blood. If you are under 20, the alcohol limit for drivers is zero.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Auckland?

    When you look for cheap car hire in Auckland, we recommend booking compact car hire; a small car perfect for two people and their luggage, such as a Toyota Yaris or Corolla. If you require more specialised Auckland car hires, alternatives such as luxury car hire or passenger van hire are both available. Make sure to check for the right model before booking a car hire in Auckland to get the best features and price for your stay.

  • Where are the best places to park in Auckland?

    You can find car parks in central Auckland city and CBD, such as the Downtown Car Park, Civic Car Park, or Victoria Street Car Park. There are also several open-air car parks around the CBD, such as Beresford Square Car Park and Garfield Street Car Park. Auckland has three zones when it comes to on-street parking. Zone One is located in the heart of the city and has the most expensive. Zone Two surrounds Zone One, with slightly lower parking prices, and Zone Three has the lowest price. You can make the most of your cheap car hire in Auckland by parking outside the zone time limits. Zone One usually has free parking after 22:00, and Zone Two and Three usually have free parking after 18:00. The zones don't have time limits, but they do have certain charges per hour.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Auckland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £38/day when booking a car hire in Auckland. The absolute best deal a user found was for £21/day from North Car Rental, booked on Dec. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Auckland?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Auckland from the following companies over the past two weeks: Rental Cars 247 (£19/day), Autounion Car Rental (£20/day), and EZI (£24/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Auckland?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Bargain Rental Cars (10.0 rating), Drive NZ (10.0 rating) and Avis (9.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Auckland.

  • What are petrol prices like in Auckland?

    The average price of petrol in Auckland is £1.42/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £64 and £92 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Auckland for a week from Autounion Car Rental?

    From Autounion Car Rental you can hire a car in Auckland from about £178 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Auckland for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 33% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Auckland.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Auckland?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Auckland check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    The average cost of a car hire in Auckland for a month is £764. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

  • How much is a car hire in Auckland for a weekend?

    £44 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Auckland. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in January, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as £50 per day.

Small car hires in Auckland, New Zealand

Find small car hire deals in Auckland, New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Auckland, New Zealand cost an average of £36 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 December 2024.
Toyota Aygo£21/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo
Kia Picanto£22/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto£23/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Luxury car hires in Auckland, New Zealand

Find luxury car hire deals in Auckland, New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Auckland, New Zealand cost an average of £50 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 December 2024.
Ride in luxury during your trip to Auckland by selecting one these great deals we've found. If these car hire deals don't suit your needs, make sure to check back soon as we're constantly finding new offers for our users.
Audi A6£49/day
5
4
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A/C
Audi A6
Audi A6£50/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A6

People carrier hires in Auckland, New Zealand

Find people carrier hire deals in Auckland, New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Auckland, New Zealand cost an average of £46 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 December 2024.
In terms of people carrier hires in Auckland, these are some the best options we've found at this time. If you're not finding the right deal for your van rental, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Citroen Grand C4 Picasso£36/day
5
M
A/C
Citroen Grand C4 Picasso
Citroen Grand C4 SpaceTourer£37/day
5
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen Grand C4 SpaceTourer
Citroen Grand C4 SpaceTourer£37/day
5
2
5
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A/C
Citroen Grand C4 SpaceTourer

Car hires by fuel type in Auckland, New Zealand

Browse car hires by fuel type in Auckland, New Zealand. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Auckland, New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 20 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Auckland, New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£24+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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