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Car hire in South Island

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Christchurch, New Zealand
15 May — 22 May
Christchurch, New Zealand
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Best deals found for South Island car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular hire cars in South Island
Toyota Aygo
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£8/day

5 Jun - 18 Jun
Toyota Aygo
Ford Focus
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

£9/day

1 Jun - 8 Jun
Ford Focus
Ford Kuga
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

£13/day

5 Jun - 18 Jun
Ford Kuga
Nissan Qashqai
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

£13/day

10 Jun - 23 Jun
Nissan Qashqai
Skoda Kamiq
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

£13/day

13 May - 20 May
Skoda Kamiq
Jeep Renegade
or similar SUV
Up to 2 passengers

£15/day

18 May - 29 Jun
Jeep Renegade
Ford Fiesta
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£15/day

6 Jun - 8 Jun
Ford Fiesta
Jeep Renegade
or similar SUV
Up to 2 passengers

£16/day

14 May - 21 May
Jeep Renegade
Land Rover Range Rover Velar
or similar Premium SUV
Up to 5 passengers

£18/day

10 Jun - 23 Jun
Land Rover Range Rover Velar

South Island car hire deals found on momondo

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Small cars

£22 - £56

All Car Types

£31 - £62

The average price of a small car hire in South Island is £33. The cheapest time to hire a small car in South Island is in May. The price is 34% lower than the rest of the year at just £22 per day. A small car rental is typically 20% less expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a car hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for South Island small car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car hire in South Island is £41. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in South Island is in May. The price is 37% lower than the rest of the year at just £26 per day. A medium car rental is typically 0% more expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a car hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for South Island medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car hire in South Island is £63. The cheapest time to hire a large car in South Island is in October. The price is 37% lower than the rest of the year at just £40 per day. A large car rental is typically 35% more expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a car hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a SUV hire in South Island is £44. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in South Island is in October. The price is 18% lower than the rest of the year at just £37 per day. A SUV rental is typically 9% more expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a car hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for South Island SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van hire in South Island is £60. The cheapest time to hire a van in South Island is in May. The price is 45% lower than the rest of the year at just £34 per day. A van rental is typically 33% more expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a car hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for South Island van hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a pickup truck hire in South Island is £40. The cheapest time to hire a pickup truck in South Island is in February. The price is 15% lower than the rest of the year at just £46 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 3% less expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a car hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a luxury car hire in South Island is £33. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in South Island is in March. The price is 50% lower than the rest of the year at just £51 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 18% less expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a car hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

Toyota Aygo
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£8/day

5 Jun - 18 Jun
Toyota Aygo
Ford Focus
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

£9/day

1 Jun - 8 Jun
Ford Focus
Citroen C3
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

£13/day

13 May - 20 May
Citroen C3

Car hire insight and trends in South Island

Useful insights to help you book the perfect car hire in South Island

What is the best car hire company in South Island?

Consider hiring a car from Hertz, which is currently the best rental agency in South Island, according to our users. Hertz has 8 locations in some of South Island’s must-see cities, like Queenstown. With 31 reviews and an average rating of 8.6/10, Hertz is a favourite among travellers visiting South Island.

What is the most popular type of car to hire in South Island?

Full-size or similar cars are the most popular type of car to hire in South Island, with 56% of our users choosing this type over other options. Renting Full-size cars in South Island costs, on average, £97/day. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on when you visit, what city you stay in, and what agency you're hiring from.

South Island car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in South Island

Hertz

8.6
Very Good
34 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.4

Dollar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

EZI

10.0
Wonderful
1 review6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

9.1
Wonderful
16 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.8

Apex

8.6
Very Good
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.2

Ace Rental Cars

8.5
Very Good
9 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.2

Thrifty

8.2
Very Good
4 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.2

Go Rentals

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Car hire in South Island

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in South Island so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

When did momondo last update prices for cars in South Island?

Prices for cars in South Island were last updated today.

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How old do you have to be to hire a car in South Island?

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including South Island. 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 rental company before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in South Island?

When renting a car in South Island, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in South Island?

You should use momondo to book a car hire in South Island because it could save you time and money. momondo fetches and allows you to compare car hire prices and policies from thousands of car hire websites.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in South Island?

momondo helps you find the best car hire deal in South Island by allowing you to filter results by price, capacity, car features, drop off, pick-up location and many more.

Does momondo show car hire deals in South Island with free cancellation?

Yes, momondo allows you to filter specifically for car hire companies in South Island offering free cancellation.

Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in South Island on momondo?

Yes, simply select the fair fuel policy filter after performing a search for hire cars in South Island on momondo.

Can I find a car hire in South Island which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

Yes, momondo shows deals with enhanced cleaning services for hire cars in South Island.

Can I search for car hire in South Island with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Unlimited mileage is indeed an option momondo offers on car hire in South Island.


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