Car hires in Dunedin, Otago

The majority of the Dunedin car hire agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car hire centres in Dunedin such as Ace Rental Cars, Hertz, and Go Rentals often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

If you are hiring a vehicle in Dunedin, then be aware that the current speed limit within city or town limits is 50 km/h, unless otherwise posted. Suburban speed limits around Dunedin will generally have a speed limit of 100 km/h. If you are travelling on a motorway in Dunedin, then the speed limit is 110 km/h.

Those looking for a hire car in Dunedin during the month of April should expect temperatures to be around 11 °C and should expect around 70 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

Travellers looking to leave from Dunedin on a road trip around Otago or the surrounding areas during the month of April should expect temperatures around 10 °C and about 70 mm of possible rain through the month.

Prices for cars in Dunedin refresh daily.

There are 33 operators available for cars in Dunedin as of April 2024.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Dunedin. 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 hire company before booking.

When hiring a car in Dunedin, 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 hire and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.