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Cheap Car Hire in Nelson, New Zealand from £30

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 Nelson with a pick-up date of 14/3 and drop-off date of 23/3. 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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Nelson, New Zealand car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Nelson, New Zealand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Most popular company

GORENTALS

Price of gas per litre

£1.31

Average price per day

£68

Cheapest price per day

£30

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Nelson, 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 19 December 2024.

January

£52

February

£50

March

£47

April

£34

May

£29

June

£30

July

£26

August

£22

September

£25

October

£27

November

£40

December

£59

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Nelson is August. 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 Nelson, New Zealand

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Nelson, 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 19 December 2024.

At £30/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Nelson in the past week. Out of 19 car hire agencies operating in Nelson, there are, in total, 20 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

SUV

SUV

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Nelson, New Zealand

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Nelson, 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 19 December 2024.

Small cars

£27 - £56

All Car Types

£31 - £79

To hire a small car in Nelson, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £42/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Nelson, New Zealand (~£27/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~£56/day). In fact, August is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Nelson. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Nelson, hiring a small car saves you 14% 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 Nelson small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Nelson, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £59/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Nelson, New Zealand (~£28/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£173/day). In fact, June is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Nelson. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Nelson, hiring a medium car is 16% 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 Nelson medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Nelson, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £49/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Nelson, New Zealand (~£30/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~£133/day). In fact, June is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Nelson. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Nelson, hiring a large car saves you 0% 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.

To hire a SUV in Nelson, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £55/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Nelson, New Zealand (~£29/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~£101/day). In fact, June is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Nelson. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Nelson, hiring a SUV is 10% 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 Nelson SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Cee'd£30/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Cee'd
Peugeot 2008£44/day
4
M
A/C
Peugeot 2008

Top hire agencies in Nelson, New Zealand

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Nelson, New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Nelson, New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on 19 December 2024.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Nelson, such as Avis, Europcar and EZI. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Avis

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

EZI

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Hertz

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Thrifty

2 locations

Apex

8.0
Very Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.0

Firefly

6.4
Okay
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

8.0

Budget

6.0
Okay
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

8.0

Best Nelson, New Zealand car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Nelson, New Zealand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Nelson, New Zealand with an average daily rate of £44. Data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
The best prices on car hires in Nelson we've found at this time. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Kia Cee'd£30/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Cee'd
Vauxhall Mokka£34/day
4
M
A/C
Vauxhall Mokka
Peugeot 2008£36/day
4
M
A/C
Peugeot 2008

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Nelson, New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Nelson?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £68/day when booking a car hire in Nelson. The absolute best deal a user found was for £39/day from Provider's pick, booked on Dec. 16.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Nelson from the following companies over the past two weeks: Go Rentals (£30/day), keddy by Europcar (£40/day), and Hertz (£43/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (10.0 rating), Hertz (10.0 rating) and EZI (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Nelson.

  • What are petrol prices like in Nelson?

    The average price of petrol in Nelson is £1.31/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £59 and £85 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Nelson for a week from Go Rentals?

    Hiring a car in Nelson for a week can be a great option for travel. Go Rentals, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around £242/week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 70% in Nelson - we recommend booking at least 18days in advance.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Nelson it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

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

    Our recent data shows that Provider's pick can potentially be 19% below the average car hire price in Nelson. Check prices and availability for Provider's pick and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Nelson is on average £1,038 a month or £35 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Nelson car hire.

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

    £50 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Nelson. To save money, consider booking a Compact 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 £51 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Nelson?

    The most popular car to hire while in Nelson is the Class Compact SUV, which is a Compact vehicle.

People carrier hires in Nelson, New Zealand

Find people carrier hire deals in Nelson, New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Nelson, New Zealand cost an average of £125 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Have a look at some of the best options for hiring a car in Nelson we've found at this time. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Nissan Serena£119/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Serena
Citroen Berlingo£119/day
5
M
A/C
Citroen Berlingo
Ford Galaxy£122/day
5
M
A/C
Ford Galaxy

Car hires by fuel type in Nelson, New Zealand

Browse car hires by fuel type in Nelson, New Zealand. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Nelson, New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 19 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Nelson, New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (£41+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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