Cheapflights insights for Whanganui car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Whanganui, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Whanganui?
Book your car hire in Whanganui 42 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £18/day on average when booked 42 days ahead, which saves you 76% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Whanganui?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Whanganui is Firefly (rated 0.0/10). Routes Car & Truck Rentals (rated 0.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Whanganui?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Whanganui is August, when you can expect to pay £23/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Whanganui is December (£102/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
£94
February
£74
March
£76
April
£76
May
£45
June
£31
July
£25
August
£23
September
£26
October
£57
November
£47
December
£102
What car do most people hire in Whanganui?
SUV cars (Kia Seltos or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Whanganui. Economy cars (Suzuki Baleno or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Nissan Qashqai or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Whanganui?
Firefly has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Whanganui at 2.
Top hire agencies in Whanganui
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Whanganui known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car hire companies in Whanganui. Reviews were last updated on 10 October 2025.
Firefly
Routes Car & Truck Rentals
Hertz
Thrifty
Sunnycars
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Whanganui, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 October 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Whanganui?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Whanganui it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.