
Cheap Car Hire in Wellington, New Zealand from S$ 29
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 7-6 and drop-off date of 21-6. 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.
Cheapest time to rent a car in Wellington, New Zealand
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 23 maio 2025.
January
S$ 58
February
S$ 59
March
S$ 42
April
S$ 49
May
S$ 37
June
S$ 37
July
S$ 38
August
S$ 37
September
S$ 37
October
S$ 38
November
S$ 49
December
S$ 80
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 23 maio 2025.
There are currently 70 hire locations operating in Wellington spread across 37 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Wellington is SUV at S$ 29 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Compare available car types for rental in Wellington, New Zealand
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 23 maio 2025.
Small cars | S$ 22 - S$ 94 | |
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All Car Types | S$ 39 - S$ 84 |
To hire a small car in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of S$ 45/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Wellington, New Zealand (~S$ 22/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~S$ 94/day). In fact, March is about 52% 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 22% 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 S$ 49/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Wellington, New Zealand (~S$ 35/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~S$ 83/day). In fact, October is about 30% 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 13% 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 S$ 51/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Wellington, New Zealand (~S$ 52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~S$ 130/day). In fact, September is about 1% 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 saves you 11% 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 SUV in Wellington, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of S$ 58/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Wellington, New Zealand (~S$ 37/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~S$ 94/day). In fact, September is about 37% 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 2% 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 S$ 45/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a van in Wellington, New Zealand (~S$ 51/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~S$ 120/day). In fact, September is about 13% 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 saves you 22% 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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 23 maio 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Wellington, including Avis, Budget and Apex. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.
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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$ 45. Data was last updated on 23 maio 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Wellington. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
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 23 maio 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Wellington for a week from Hertz?
Hiring a car in Wellington for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around S$ 135/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 Compact SUV to save money on your trip to S$ 0. Our users have found prices for Compact SUV car hire in June 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, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Wellington, New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 23 maio 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (S$ 21+).