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Cheap Car Hire in South Island from R597

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 18/1 and drop-off date of 20/1. 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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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 19 December 2024.

January

R960

February

R1 014

March

R869

April

R616

May

R489

June

R525

July

R724

August

R670

September

R543

October

R579

November

R670

December

R1 268

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 19 December 2024.

There are, in total, 93 car hire locations in South Island that are operated by 68 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R597/day). Explore 2 car types currently offered from South Island hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

SUV

SUV

R1 441+

People carrier

People carrier

R2 843+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 458+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

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 19 December 2024.

Small cars

R272 - R1 336

All Car Types

R272 - R1 205

To hire a small car in South Island, you would pay an average price of R451/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South Island (~R272/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 336/day). In fact, May is about 40% 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 39% 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 R632/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South Island (~R597/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R1 301/day). In fact, June is about 6% 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 15% 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 R664/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in South Island (~R841/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R1 205/day). In fact, November is about 26% 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 saves you 10% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki CiazR597/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Volkswagen PoloR597/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Suzuki CiazR626/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

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 19 December 2024.

EZI

10,0
Wonderful
5 reviews11 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 review8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Avis

9,3
Wonderful
7 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,7

Comfort

9,7

Overall

9,3

Pick-up/drop-off

9,5

Value

8,8

Ace Rental Cars

8,7
Very Good
15 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

9,0

Overall

8,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

8,5

Hertz

8,6
Very Good
21 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,9

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,8

Value

8,4

Apex

8,6
Very Good
15 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,8

Value

8,3

Dollar

8,4
Very Good
3 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

9,2

Thrifty

8,3
Very Good
9 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

9,0

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,7

Value

7,8

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 R976. Data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Suzuki CiazR597/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Volkswagen PoloR597/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Suzuki CiazR626/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

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 19 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South Island?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R1 835/day when booking a car hire in South Island. The absolute best deal a user found was for R1 835/day from EZU Car Rental, booked on Dec. 16.

  • 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), New Zealand Discount Car Rentals (10,0 rating) and Alamo (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 EZU Car Rental?

    EZU Car Rental is one of the most popular car hire companies in South Island, offering car hire for around R7 924 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 43%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 83 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.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in South Island for a month?

    The average cost of a car hire in South Island for a month is R33 961. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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