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Car Hire in South Island

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Christchurch, New Zealand
15 May — 22 May
Christchurch, New Zealand
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Best deals found for South Island car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular hire cars in South Island
Opel Astra
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€20/day

7 Jun - 9 Jun
Opel Astra
Opel Corsa
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

€20/day

7 Jun - 9 Jun
Opel Corsa
Jeep Renegade
or similar SUV
Up to 2 passengers

€26/day

7 Jun - 9 Jun
Jeep Renegade
Nissan Qashqai
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

€29/day

7 Jun - 9 Jun
Nissan Qashqai
Nissan Qashqai
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

€30/day

7 Jun - 9 Jun
Nissan Qashqai
Vauxhall Mokka
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

€41/day

7 Jun - 9 Jun
Vauxhall Mokka
Jeep Renegade
or similar SUV
Up to 2 passengers

€43/day

7 Jun - 9 Jun
Jeep Renegade
Nissan X-Trail
or similar Standard SUV
Up to 5 passengers

€45/day

7 Jun - 9 Jun
Nissan X-Trail
BMW X3
or similar Full-size SUV
Up to 5 passengers
4-door vehicles

€63/day

7 Jun - 9 Jun
BMW X3

South Island car hire deals found on momondo

Find the car hire in South Island that's right for you

Small cars

€20 - €48

All Car Types

€36 - €85

The average price of a small car hire in South Island is €33. The cheapest time to hire a small car in South Island is in April. The price is 40% lower than the rest of the year at just €20 per day. A small car rental is typically 33% less expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a car hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for South Island small car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car hire in South Island is €42. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in South Island is in April. The price is 42% lower than the rest of the year at just €25 per day. A medium car rental is typically 13% less expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a car hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a large car hire in South Island is €64. The cheapest time to hire a large car in South Island is in March. The price is 31% lower than the rest of the year at just €45 per day. A large car rental is typically 25% more expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a car hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a SUV hire in South Island is €51. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in South Island is in June. The price is 35% lower than the rest of the year at just €34 per day. A SUV rental is typically 6% more expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a car hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for South Island SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van hire in South Island is €55. The cheapest time to hire a van in South Island is in June. The price is 50% lower than the rest of the year at just €28 per day. A van rental is typically 11% more expensive than the average rental car in South Island. The average price of a car hire in South Island can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for South Island van hire found on momondo in the past week.

Opel Astra
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€20/day

7 Jun - 9 Jun
Opel Astra
Opel Corsa
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

€20/day

7 Jun - 9 Jun
Opel Corsa

Car hire insight and trends in South Island

Useful insights to help you book the perfect car hire in South Island

What is the best car hire agency in South Island?

Hertz is considered the best car hire company in South Island based on our data - 32 reviews have given them an average customer satisfaction score of 8.6 out of 10. They also have 13 locations across South Island, including popular destinations like Queenstown.

What is the most popular type of car to hire in South Island?

Although there are plenty of other car hire types to choose from, the most popular type for a trip to South Island are Compact sized cars. 47% of our users chose this vehicle type and found prices for €55/day on average.

South Island car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in South Island

Hertz

8.6
Very Good
37 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.4

EZI

10.0
Wonderful
1 review10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

keddy by Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

9.1
Wonderful
20 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.8

Ace Rental Cars

8.8
Very Good
13 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.5

Apex

8.6
Very Good
10 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

Thrifty

8.3
Very Good
6 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

7.8

Alamo

8.2
Very Good
5 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

8.5

Car hire in South Island

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in South Island so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

When did momondo last update prices for cars in South Island?

Prices for cars in South Island are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in South Island?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in South Island?

Among different countries, including South Island, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the hire company you're considering before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in South Island?

To hire a car in South Island, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in South Island?

You should book a car hire in South Island using momondo because it is quick, free and easy to use and could save you money. momondo does the hard work of finding the car hire prices and policies, all you need to do is compare and choose what works best for your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in South Island?

Once you have performed a search for a car hire in South Island, momondo will show the results and enable you to find the best deal by using our filters; here you can narrow your search down by vehicle type, price, agencies and a multitude of policies that can apply.

Does momondo show car hire deals in South Island with free cancellation?

Yes momondo does have a filter to only highlight car hire deals which offer free cancellation. This filter is available for all car hire searches on momondo including those for cars in South Island.

Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in South Island on momondo?

momondo specifically allows you to search for car hire in South Island with fair fuel policies.

Can I find a car hire in South Island which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

Yes, momondo can show you specific deals which include enhanced cleaning on car hire in South Island.

Can I search for car hire in South Island with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Yes, car hire deals in South Island with unlimited mileage can be found on momondo.


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