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Cheap Car Hire in Wellington, New Zealand from £21

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 Wellington with a pick-up date of 19/1 and drop-off date of 16/2. 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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Wellington, New Zealand car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Wellington, New Zealand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Most popular company

MODERENTALS

Price of gas per litre

£1.32

Average price per day

£34

Cheapest price per day

£21

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Wellington, 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 21 November 2024.

January

£33

February

£35

March

£37

April

£29

May

£22

June

£22

July

£23

August

£22

September

£22

October

£24

November

£28

December

£44

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

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Wellington, 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 21 November 2024.

In Wellington, there are 68 active hire locations from 36 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Wellington in the past week - currently priced from £21/day. View deals for 2 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Full-size

Full-size

SUV

SUV

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Wellington, New Zealand

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Wellington, 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 21 November 2024.

Small cars

£22 - £49

All Car Types

£29 - £55

To hire a small car in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £30/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Wellington, New Zealand (~£22/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£49/day). In fact, September is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Wellington, hiring a small car saves you 17% 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 Wellington small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £35/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Wellington, New Zealand (~£23/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£50/day). In fact, May is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Wellington, hiring a medium car saves you 6% 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 Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £61/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Wellington, New Zealand (~£26/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£103/day). In fact, September is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Wellington, hiring a large car is 40% 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 Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £39/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Wellington, New Zealand (~£26/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£59/day). In fact, June is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Wellington, hiring a SUV is 6% 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 Wellington SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £53/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a van in Wellington, New Zealand (~£47/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£158/day). In fact, July is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Wellington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Wellington, hiring a van is 31% 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.

Hyundai i10£21/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Opel Corsa£24/day
2
M
A/C
Opel Corsa
Ford Fiesta£25/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

Top hire agencies in Wellington, New Zealand

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Wellington, New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Wellington, New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on 21 November 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Wellington, including Avis, Budget and Apex. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Avis

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.6

Budget

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.6

Apex

9.5
Wonderful
6 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.2

Dollar

8.5
Very Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.5

Hertz

8.2
Very Good
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.2

Thrifty

7.6
Good
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.6

Ace Rental Cars

7.3
Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.3

Europcar

6.4
Okay
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.2

Best Wellington, New Zealand car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Wellington, New Zealand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Wellington, New Zealand with an average daily rate of £30. Data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Wellington. Double check the details of your car hire reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Hyundai i10£21/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Renault Captur£22/day
4
M
A/C
Renault Captur
Ford Fiesta£24/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Wellington, New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Wellington?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £34/day when booking a car hire in Wellington. The absolute best deal a user found was for £13/day from Budget, booked on Nov. 17.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Wellington from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar (£21/day), EZI (£24/day), and Europcar (£30/day).

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

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

  • What are petrol prices like in Wellington?

    The average price of petrol in Wellington is £1.32/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 Wellington for a week from Mode Car & Camper Rentals?

    From Mode Car & Camper Rentals you can hire a car in Wellington from about £205 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Wellington 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 35% on your car hire. For a below average price in Wellington, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 78 days in advance.

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

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Wellington however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    Our recent data shows that Budget can potentially be 82% below the average car hire price in Wellington. Check prices and availability for Budget and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Wellington is on average £878 a month or £29 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Wellington car hire.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Wellington is £45. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Wellington. For the month of December, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Wellington for as low as £40/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Wellington?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Wellington is Compact (Mitsubishi ASX) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Small car hires in Wellington, New Zealand

Find small car hire deals in Wellington, New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Wellington, New Zealand cost an average of £74 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Toyota Aygo£32/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo
Toyota Aygo£34/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo
Hyundai i10£43/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

Luxury car hires in Wellington, New Zealand

Find luxury car hire deals in Wellington, New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Wellington, New Zealand cost an average of £87 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Ride in luxury during your trip to Wellington 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£51/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A6
Mercedes-Benz E-Class£53/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Audi A6£55/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A6

People carrier hires in Wellington, New Zealand

Find people carrier hire deals in Wellington, New Zealand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Wellington, New Zealand cost an average of £150 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
If you're in need of a larger vehicle, check out some of the deals we've found on people carrier hires in Wellington. 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.
Ford Galaxy£71/day
5
M
A/C
Ford Galaxy
Citroen Berlingo£72/day
5
M
A/C
Citroen Berlingo
Nissan Serena£72/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Serena

Car hires by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand

Browse car hires by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Wellington, New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 21 November 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (£29+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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