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Cheap Car Rentals in Queenstown from S$ 30

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 Queenstown with a pick-up date of 7-3 and drop-off date of 28-3. 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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Queenstown car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Queenstown. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Most popular company

DISCOUNTNZ

Price of petrol per litre

S$ 2.25

Average price per day

S$ 99

Cheapest price per day

S$ 30

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Queenstown?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Queenstown 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

S$ 71

February

S$ 75

March

S$ 64

April

S$ 46

May

S$ 36

June

S$ 39

July

S$ 54

August

S$ 50

September

S$ 40

October

S$ 43

November

S$ 50

December

S$ 94

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Queenstown 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 Queenstown

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Queenstown and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Queenstown this past week from 71 hire locations out of 53 hire agencies. Prices for a Queenstown small car hire start from S$ 30/day. Check out available deals for 2 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

S$ 31+

Compact

Compact

S$ 30+

SUV

SUV

S$ 58+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

S$ 82+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

S$ 111+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

S$ 60+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

S$ 60+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

S$ 69+

Compare available car types for rental in Queenstown

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Queenstown 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

S$ 29 - S$ 86

All Car Types

S$ 53 - S$ 136

To hire a small car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of S$ 50/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~S$ 29/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~S$ 86/day). In fact, September is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a small car saves you 37% 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 Queenstown small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of S$ 75/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~S$ 43/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~S$ 168/day). In fact, September is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a medium car saves you 4% 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 Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of S$ 119/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~S$ 79/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~S$ 195/day). In fact, May is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a large car is 34% 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.

To hire a SUV in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of S$ 84/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Queenstown, New Zealand (~S$ 58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~S$ 158/day). In fact, June is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a SUV is 8% 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 Queenstown SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of S$ 116/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in Queenstown, New Zealand (~S$ 65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~S$ 209/day). In fact, May is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a van is 33% 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 Queenstown van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of S$ 60/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~S$ 56/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~S$ 212/day). In fact, October is about 7% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Queenstown, hiring a luxury car saves you 25% 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.

Ford FiestaS$ 30/day
4
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A/C
Ford Fiesta
Audi A1S$ 31/day
2
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A/C
Audi A1
Toyota CorollaS$ 33/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Top rental agencies in Queenstown

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Queenstown known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Queenstown. Reviews were last updated on 19 December 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Queenstown, including Thrifty, Hertz and Ace Rental Cars in Queenstown. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Queenstown, including Thrifty, Hertz and Ace Rental Cars.

Thrifty

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.5

Hertz

9.3
Wonderful
7 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.6

Ace Rental Cars

9.0
Wonderful
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.5

Apex

9.0
Wonderful
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.2

Avis

9.0
Wonderful
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.3

Rental Cars 247

9.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Snap Rentals

8.6
Very Good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.6

New Zealand Discount Car Rentals

8.5
Very Good
11 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.6

Best Queenstown car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Queenstown. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Queenstown with an average daily rate of S$ 61. Data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Queenstown. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Ford FiestaS$ 30/day
4
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Audi A1S$ 31/day
2
M
A/C
Audi A1
Toyota CorollaS$ 33/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Queenstown, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Queenstown?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 99/day when booking a car hire in Queenstown. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 76/day from Rental Cars 247, booked on Dec. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Queenstown?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Queenstown from the following companies over the past two weeks: EV Hire (S$ 33/day), Rental Cars 247 (S$ 34/day), and Snap Rentals (S$ 58/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Queenstown?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10.0 rating), Europcar (10.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Queenstown.

  • What are petrol prices like in Queenstown?

    The average price of petrol in Queenstown is S$ 2.25/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between S$ 101 and S$ 146 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Queenstown for a week from New Zealand Discount Car Rentals?

    New Zealand Discount Car Rentals is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Queenstown. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about S$ 289 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Queenstown for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 32% on your car hire. For a below average price in Queenstown, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 61 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Queenstown?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Queenstown.

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

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Queenstown is S$ 1,238 (S$ 41/day) on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Queenstown for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Queenstown, you can expect the average price to be around S$ 41. Usually a Compact hire in Queenstown is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Compact for January, it will cost approximately S$ 126 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Queenstown?

    The most popular car to hire while in Queenstown is the Class Intermediate SUV, which is a Intermediate vehicle.

Small car rentals in Queenstown

Find small car rental deals in Queenstown from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Queenstown cost an average of S$ 91 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Honda FitS$ 67/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitS$ 68/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitS$ 68/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

Car rentals by fuel type in Queenstown

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Queenstown. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Queenstown. Deals were last updated on 19 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Queenstown. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (S$ 22+).

Electric

Electric

S$ 57+

Hybrid

Hybrid

S$ 22+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

S$ 23+

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