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Cheap Car Hire in Nelson, New Zealand from S$ 182

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 24-12 and drop-off date of 26-12. 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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Popular car types in Nelson, New Zealand

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Nelson, New Zealand and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 17 December 2025.
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There are, in total, 19 car hire locations in Nelson that are operated by 19 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: S$ 182/day). Explore 2 car types currently offered from Nelson hire providers:

Compact

Compact

S$ 182+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

S$ 182+

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Compare car rental deals in Nelson, New Zealand by type

Here are the best Nelson small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Nelson SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mazda Mazda3S$ 182/day
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Best car rental deals found in Nelson

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Nelson, New Zealand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Nelson, New Zealand with an average daily rate of S$ 182. Data was last updated on 17 December 2025.
Mazda Mazda3S$ 182/day
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Toyota Yaris CrossS$ 182/day
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Cheapflights insights for Nelson car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Nelson, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Nelson?

Book your rental car in Nelson 72 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around S$ 46/day on average when booked 72 days ahead, which saves you 5% off the average price.

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What is the best car rental company in Nelson?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Nelson is Go Rentals (rated 10.0/10). Avis (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

Go Rentals
Go Rentals
10.0
Avis
Avis
10.0
Hertz
Hertz
10.0
EZI
EZI
10.0

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

Planning to hire a car in Nelson? June is the cheapest month, costing about S$ 40 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of S$ 90. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

S$ 79

February

S$ 81

March

S$ 63

April

S$ 58

May

S$ 41

June

S$ 40

July

S$ 40

August

S$ 40

September

S$ 45

October

S$ 41

November

S$ 62

December

S$ 90

What car do most people rent in Nelson?

SUV cars (Subaru Forester or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Nelson. Compact cars (Mitsubishi ASX or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Nelson?

In Nelson, Alamo, Apex, Apollo Car Rentals, and Avis have 1 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Nelson, New Zealand

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Nelson, New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Nelson, New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on 17 December 2025.

Go Rentals

1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Hertz

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

EZI

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Europcar

9.5
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.5

Apex

8.0
Very Good
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.0

Budget

6.0
Okay
1 review•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

8.0

Dollar

2.0
Poor
1 review•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Nelson, New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 December 2025.

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

    Europcar is one of the top picks in Nelson. They can have you in a hire car for about S$ 785 per week on average.

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

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

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