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Cheap Car Hire in Wellington, New Zealand from S$ 22
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 20-9 and drop-off date of 22-9. 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 Wellington, New Zealand
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Wellington, 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 12 September 2025.
There are currently 73 hire locations operating in Wellington spread across 38 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Wellington is SUV at S$ 22 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
S$ 40+
Compact
S$ 36+
SUV
S$ 29+
People carrier
S$ 107+
Full-size SUV
S$ 99+
Passenger van
S$ 104+
Pick-up truck
S$ 95+
Intermediate SUV
S$ 22+
Compare car rental deals in Wellington, New Zealand by type
Here are the best Wellington small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Wellington SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Hyundai i20S$ 36/day
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BYD e6S$ 40/day
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Best car rental deals found in Wellington
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Wellington, New Zealand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Wellington, New Zealand with an average daily rate of S$ 52. Data was last updated on 12 September 2025.
Peugeot 3008S$ 22/day
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Toyota RAV4S$ 29/day
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Ford FiestaS$ 36/day
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Cheapflights insights for Wellington car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Wellington, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Wellington?
Book your rental car in Wellington 49 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around S$ 37/day on average when booked 49 days ahead, which saves you 1% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Wellington?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Wellington is Avis (rated 10.0/10). Budget (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
Avis
10.0
Budget
10.0
Apex
9.6
Dollar
8.5
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Wellington?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Wellington is August, when you can expect to pay S$ 35/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Wellington is December (S$ 82/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$ 59
February
S$ 59
March
S$ 42
April
S$ 50
May
S$ 36
June
S$ 37
July
S$ 37
August
S$ 35
September
S$ 38
October
S$ 40
November
S$ 49
December
S$ 82
What car do most people rent in Wellington?
SUV cars (Nissan Qashqai or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Wellington. Premium cars (Ford Everest or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Wellington?
Thrifty has 6 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Ace Rental Cars has the second-highest number of locations in Wellington at 4.
Top rental agencies in Wellington, New Zealand
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Wellington, New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Wellington, New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on 12 September 2025.
Avis
3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
8.6
Budget
1 review•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
8.8
Value
9.6
Apex
8 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.2
Overall
9.6
Pick-up/drop-off
9.6
Value
9.4
Dollar
2 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
8.5
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
7.5
Ace Rental Cars
4 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
7.2
Value
8.0
Hertz
4 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
7.7
Overall
7.7
Pick-up/drop-off
8.2
Value
7.7
Thrifty
5 reviews•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.6
Overall
7.6
Pick-up/drop-off
8.3
Value
7.6
Bargain Rental Cars
2 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.0
Comfort
7.0
Overall
7.0
Pick-up/drop-off
7.0
Value
7.0
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Wellington, New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 September 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Wellington for a week from Apex?
Hiring a car in Wellington for a week can be a great option for travel. Apex, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around S$ 656/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Wellington?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Wellington it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.
How much is a car hire in Wellington for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Wellington are typically S$ 0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Intermediate SUV to save money on your trip to S$ 0. Our users have found prices for Intermediate SUV car hire in October to be on average S$ 0 per day.
Car rentals by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Wellington, New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 12 September 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (S$ 20+).
Electric
S$ 26+
Hybrid
S$ 20+
Petrol/Diesel
S$ 23+