Cheap Car Hire in Palmerston North from £24
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 5/5 and drop-off date of 11/5. 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 Palmerston North?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Palmerston North 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 29 April 2025.
January
£46
February
£48
March
£61
April
£55
May
£64
June
£58
July
£52
August
£43
September
£49
October
£46
November
£46
December
£55
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Palmerston North is August. The most expensive time to rent a car is May. 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.
Compare available car types for hire in Palmerston North
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Palmerston North to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 April 2025.
Small cars | £23 - £71 | |
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All Car Types | £23 - £96 |
To hire a small car in Palmerston North, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £48/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Palmerston North, New Zealand (~£23/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£71/day). In fact, June is about 54% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Palmerston North. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Palmerston North, hiring a small car saves you 11% 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 medium car in Palmerston North, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £42/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Palmerston North, New Zealand (~£48/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£129/day). In fact, November is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Palmerston North. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Palmerston North, hiring a medium car saves you 24% 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 Palmerston North, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of £46/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Palmerston North, New Zealand (~£31/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£109/day). In fact, September is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Palmerston North. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Palmerston North, hiring a SUV saves you 17% 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.
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 29 April 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Palmerston North, including Avis, Europcar and EZI in Palmerston North. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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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 29 April 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Palmerston North?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Europcar (10.0 rating), EZI (9.0 rating) and Hertz (6.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Palmerston North.
What are petrol prices like in Palmerston North?
The average price of petrol in Palmerston North is £1.24/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £56 and £80 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Palmerston North for a week from Budget?
Budget offers hire cars in Palmerston North for about £263 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Palmerston North for the best price?
Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 84% in Palmerston North - we recommend booking at least 45days in advance.
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.
What car do most people hire in Palmerston North?
The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Compact (Kia Soul) in Palmerston North, making it the most popular option.
Small car hires in Palmerston North
Find small car hire deals in Palmerston North from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Palmerston North cost an average of £26 per day. Price data was last updated on 29 April 2025.
People carrier hires in Palmerston North
Find people carrier hire deals in Palmerston North from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Palmerston North cost an average of £140 per day. Price data was last updated on 29 April 2025.
In terms of people carrier hires in Palmerston North, these are some the best options we've found at this time. If you're not finding the people carrier hire that is right for you and your passengers, be sure to check back soon.
Car hires by fuel type in Palmerston North
Browse car hires by fuel type in Palmerston North. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Palmerston North. Deals were last updated on 29 April 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Palmerston North. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (£25+).
Electric
£36+
Hybrid
£25+
Petrol/Diesel
£28+