Cheap Car Hire in South Island from R528
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 24/4 and drop-off date of 26/4. 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.
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in South Island?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South Island 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 28 March 2025.
January
R966
February
R911
March
R747
April
R583
May
R455
June
R510
July
R747
August
R692
September
R528
October
R565
November
R674
December
R1 276
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Island is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
Popular car types in South Island
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in South Island and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 28 March 2025.
There are, in total, 99 car hire locations in South Island that are operated by 72 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R528/day). Explore 2 car types currently offered from South Island hire providers:
Economy
R528+
Compact
R939+
Full-size
R1 551+
SUV
R858+
People carrier
R2 575+
Full-size SUV
R1 651+
Compact SUV
R1 038+
Standard SUV
R1 175+
Intermediate SUV
R1 625+
Compare available car types for rental in South Island
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in South Island to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2025.
Small cars | R274 - R1 344 | |
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All Car Types | R384 - R1 304 |
To hire a small car in South Island, you would pay an average price of R498/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South Island (~R274/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 344/day). In fact, May is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, renting a small car saves you 28% 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 South Island small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in South Island, you would pay an average price of R650/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South Island (~R494/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R1 309/day). In fact, May is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, renting a medium car saves you 6% 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 South Island, you would pay an average price of R757/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in South Island (~R494/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R1 818/day). In fact, May is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, renting a SUV is 10% 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 South Island SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental agencies in South Island
Explore the leading car hire agencies in South Island known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in South Island. Reviews were last updated on 28 March 2025.
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Best South Island car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in South Island. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in South Island with an average daily rate of R1 126. Data was last updated on 28 March 2025.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South Island, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in South Island?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Bargain Rental Cars (10,0 rating), Alamo (10,0 rating) and EZI (10,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in South Island.
How much does it cost to hire a car in South Island for a week from Budget?
Budget is one of the most popular car hire companies in South Island, offering car hire for around R4 279 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in South Island for the best price?
Generally, for a better deal in South Island it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 50%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 8 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.
Can I rent a car for a month in South Island?
Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in South Island.