Palmerston North

Cheap Car Hire in Palmerston North from £22

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 Palmerston North with a pick-up date of 5/10 and drop-off date of 12/10. 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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Popular car types in Palmerston North

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Palmerston North and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 28 August 2025.

There are, in total, 19 car hire locations in Palmerston North that are operated by 15 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: £22/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Palmerston North hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare car hire deals in Palmerston North by type

Here are the best Palmerston North small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Palmerston North SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Dacia Sandero£22/day
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Dacia Sandero
Nissan Versa Note£23/day
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Nissan Versa Note

Best car hire deals found in Palmerston North

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Palmerston North. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Palmerston North with an average daily rate of £30. Data was last updated on 28 August 2025.
Dacia Sandero£22/day
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Dacia Sandero
Nissan Versa Note£23/day
4
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A/C
Nissan Versa Note
Kia Niro£23/day
4
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A/C
Kia Niro

Cheapflights insights for Palmerston North car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Palmerston North, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Palmerston North?

Book your car hire in Palmerston North 81 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £19/day on average when booked 81 days ahead, which saves you 69% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Palmerston North?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Palmerston North is Avis (rated 10.0/10). Europcar (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Palmerston North?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Palmerston North is June, when you can expect to pay £26/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Palmerston North is March (£62/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

£46

February

£48

March

£62

April

£52

May

£32

June

£26

July

£27

August

£28

September

£49

October

£46

November

£47

December

£56

Which car hire company has the most locations in Palmerston North?

Cross Country Rentals has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. EZI has the second-highest number of locations in Palmerston North at 2.

Top hire agencies in Palmerston North

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Palmerston North known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Palmerston North. Reviews were last updated on 28 August 2025.

Avis

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.0

EZI

9.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Budget

1 location

Thrifty

2 locations

Hertz

6.0
Okay
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

4.6

Cross Country Rentals

3 locations

Apollo Car Rentals

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Palmerston North, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 August 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Palmerston North for a week from EZI?

    EZI offers hire cars in Palmerston North for about £468 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Palmerston North?

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Palmerston North it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much is a car hire in Palmerston North for a weekend?

    £0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Palmerston North. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in September, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as £67 per day.

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