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Cheap Car Hire in Queenstown from £17

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 Queenstown with a pick-up date of 10/3 and drop-off date of 22/3. 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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Queenstown car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Queenstown. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Most popular company

EZUCARRENTAL

Price of gas per litre

£1.36

Average price per day

£35

Cheapest price per day

£17

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Queenstown 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 17 January 2025.

January

£42

February

£46

March

£40

April

£27

May

£22

June

£22

July

£32

August

£30

September

£23

October

£26

November

£30

December

£57

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Queenstown 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 Queenstown

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Queenstown and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

There are currently 72 hire locations operating in Queenstown spread across 54 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Queenstown is small car at £17 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

SUV

SUV

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compare available car types for hire in Queenstown

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Queenstown to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Small cars

£19 - £57

All Car Types

£23 - £71

To hire a small car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £33/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~£19/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£57/day). In fact, May is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a small car saves you 20% 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 Queenstown small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £41/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~£21/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£66/day). In fact, May is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a medium car saves you 3% 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 large car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £63/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~£43/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£91/day). In fact, May is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a large car is 35% 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 Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £45/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Queenstown, New Zealand (~£26/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£81/day). In fact, May is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a SUV is 7% 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 Queenstown SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £63/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Queenstown, New Zealand (~£45/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£89/day). In fact, November is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring 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 Queenstown van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a pickup truck in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £39/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Queenstown, New Zealand (~£35/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£97/day). In fact, October is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a pickup truck saves you 8% 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 luxury car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £40/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~£40/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£129/day). In fact, November is about 3% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a luxury car saves you 3% 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.

Toyota Yaris£17/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Kia Rio£17/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Hyundai i10£18/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

Top hire agencies in Queenstown

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Queenstown known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Queenstown. Reviews were last updated on 17 January 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Queenstown, including Thrifty, Hertz and Rental Cars 247. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Thrifty

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.5

Hertz

9.3
Wonderful
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.6

Rental Cars 247

9.3
Wonderful
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.3

Avis

9.1
Wonderful
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.7

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

8.5

Apex

9.0
Wonderful
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.2

Snap Rentals

8.6
Very Good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.6

New Zealand Discount Car Rentals

8.5
Very Good
11 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.6

Ace Rental Cars

8.4
Very Good
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

Best Queenstown car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Queenstown. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Queenstown with an average daily rate of £34. Data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Queenstown area. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Toyota Yaris£17/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Kia Rio£17/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Hyundai i10£18/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Queenstown, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 January 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Queenstown?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £35/day when booking a car hire in Queenstown. The absolute best deal a user found was for £21/day from New Zealand Discount Car Rentals, booked on Jan. 12.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Queenstown from the following companies over the past two weeks: Ace Rental Cars (£16/day), Hao Car Rentals Limited (£17/day), and Yes Rentals (£18/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10.0 rating), Europcar (10.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Queenstown.

  • What are petrol prices like in Queenstown?

    The average price of petrol in Queenstown is £1.36/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £61 and £88 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    EZU Car Rental is one of the most popular car hire companies in Queenstown, offering car hire for around £177 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Queenstown 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 40% on your car hire. For a below average price in Queenstown, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 55 days in advance.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Queenstown for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Our recent data shows that New Zealand Discount Car Rentals can potentially be 49% below the average car hire price in Queenstown. Check prices and availability for New Zealand Discount Car Rentals and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Queenstown is on average £760 a month or £25 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Queenstown car hire.

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

    £43 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Queenstown, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Queenstown, then opt for a Supplier choice hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of February, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as £42/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Queenstown?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Queenstown is Compact (Toyota Prius c) based on our Cheapflights data.

Small car hires in Queenstown

Find small car hire deals in Queenstown from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Queenstown cost an average of £66 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Kia Picanto£44/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Hyundai i10£49/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10£52/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

Luxury car hires in Queenstown

Find luxury car hire deals in Queenstown from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Queenstown cost an average of £36 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Some of the most suitable options we've found on luxury car hires within Queenstown. Before completing your reservation, make sure the deal you've selected matches your car hire needs and budget.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class£36/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

People carrier hires in Queenstown

Find people carrier hire deals in Queenstown from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Queenstown cost an average of £61 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for hiring a people carrier in the Queenstown area. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly adding new deals so check back soon if you're not finding the one right for you.
Citroen Berlingo£41/day
5
M
A/C
Citroen Berlingo
Nissan Serena£43/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Serena
Citroen Berlingo£43/day
5
M
A/C
Citroen Berlingo

Car hires by fuel type in Queenstown

Browse car hires by fuel type in Queenstown. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Queenstown. Deals were last updated on 17 January 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Queenstown. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£21+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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