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Cheap Car Hire in Palmerston North

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Palmerston North car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Palmerston North. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 11 July 2025.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of gas per litre

£1.20

Average price per day

£96

Cheapest price per day

£93

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 66 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £35/day on average when booked 66 days ahead, which saves you 45% 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 £29/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

£29

July

£43

August

£43

September

£49

October

£46

November

£46

December

£54

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 11 July 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.

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

Thrifty

2 locations

Budget

1 location

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 11 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Palmerston North?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £96/day when booking a car hire in Palmerston North. The absolute best deal a user found was for £93/day from Thrifty, booked on Jul. 6.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Palmerston North for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty offers hire cars in Palmerston North for about £670 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 does it cost to rent a car in Palmerston North for a month?

    The average cost of a car hire in Palmerston North for a month is £2,871. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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