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 South Island with a pick-up date of 9-9 and drop-off date of 27-9. 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 South Island
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in South Island and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 3 September 2026.
In South Island, there are 118 active hire locations from 88 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in South Island in the past week - currently priced from S$ 9/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in South Island. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 6 rental car agencies in South Island with an average daily rate of S$ 30. Data was last updated on 3 September 2026.
BYD e6S$ 9/day
Audi A1S$ 9/day
Hyundai i20S$ 9/day
Cheapflights insights for South Island car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in South Island, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in South Island?
For the best savings on car hire in South Island, make your reservation 69 days before pickup. The average price then is just S$ 46/day – about 16% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in South Island?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in South Island is Hertz (rated 2.0/10 with 2 reviews). Avis (rated 0.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
Hertz
2.0
Avis
0.0
NZZU
0.0
Budget
0.0
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South Island?
The cheapest month to hire a car in South Island is May, when you can expect to pay S$ 32/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in South Island is December (S$ 85/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
S$ 68
February
S$ 81
March
S$ 59
April
S$ 46
May
S$ 32
June
S$ 32
July
S$ 45
August
S$ 41
September
S$ 38
October
S$ 36
November
S$ 45
December
S$ 85
What car do most people rent in South Island?
SUV cars (Nissan X-Trail or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting South Island. Compact cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar).
Explore the leading car rental agencies in South Island known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car rental companies in South Island. Reviews were last updated on 3 September 2026.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South Island, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 September 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found in South Island?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 57/day when booking a car hire in South Island. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 21/day from Hao Car Rentals Limited, booked on Aug. 29.
How much does it cost to hire a car in South Island for a week from EZU Car Rental?
EZU Car Rental is one of the most popular car hire companies in South Island, offering car hire for around S$ 567 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in South Island?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in South Island.
How much does it cost to rent a car in South Island for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in South Island can be found for about S$ 2,430, with the average price for a rental being around S$ 81 a day. Book with Hao Car Rentals Limited, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 91% less compared to the average price of car rentals in South Island.
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