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Cheap Car Hire in Wellington, New Zealand from £12

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 Wellington with a pick-up date of 10/8 and drop-off date of 14/8. 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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Wellington, New Zealand car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Wellington, New Zealand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of gas per litre

£1.20

Average price per day

£25

Cheapest price per day

£12

Popular car types in Wellington, New Zealand

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Wellington, New Zealand and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

In Wellington, there are 73 active hire locations from 37 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Wellington in the past week - currently priced from £12/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

SUV

SUV

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare car hire deals in Wellington, New Zealand by type

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

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

Hyundai Ioniq£12/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Ioniq
Peugeot 208£12/day
2
M
A/C
Peugeot 208
Nissan Leaf£13/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Leaf

Best car hire deals found in Wellington

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Wellington, New Zealand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Wellington, New Zealand with an average daily rate of £17. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Wellington. Double check the details of your car hire reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Hyundai Ioniq£12/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Ioniq
Peugeot 208£12/day
2
M
A/C
Peugeot 208
Nissan Leaf£13/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Leaf

Cheapflights insights for Wellington car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Wellington?

Book your car hire in Wellington 49 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £22/day on average when booked 49 days ahead, which saves you 40% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Wellington?

Looking to hire a car in Wellington? Mode had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only £8.69/day. Hertz also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at £10.04/day.

What is the best car rental company in Wellington?

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

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Wellington?

Planning to hire a car in Wellington? May is the cheapest month, costing about £21 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of £46. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

£33

February

£34

March

£24

April

£28

May

£21

June

£21

July

£22

August

£21

September

£22

October

£22

November

£28

December

£46

What car do most people hire in Wellington?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Wellington are the following: SUV cars (Kia Stonic or similar), Compact cars (Kia Stonic or similar), and Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Wellington?

Thrifty has 6 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Ace Rental Cars has the second-highest number of locations in Wellington at 4.

Top hire agencies in Wellington, New Zealand

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Wellington, New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Wellington, New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Wellington, including Avis, Budget and Apex. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Avis

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.6

Budget

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

9.6

Apex

9.6
Wonderful
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

9.4

Dollar

8.5
Very Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.5

Ace Rental Cars

8.4
Very Good
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

8.0

Hertz

7.7
Good
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.7

Thrifty

7.6
Good
5 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.6

Bargain Rental Cars

7.0
Good
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Wellington, New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Wellington?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £25/day when booking a car hire in Wellington. The absolute best deal a user found was for £17/day from Mode, booked on Jun. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Wellington for a week from Hertz?

    From Hertz you can hire a car in Wellington from about £105 per week on average.

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

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Wellington however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    Our recent data shows that Mode can potentially be 40% below the average car hire price in Wellington. Check prices and availability for Mode and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Wellington is on average £448 a month or £15 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Wellington car hire.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Wellington is £0. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Wellington. For the month of July, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Wellington for as low as £21/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand

Browse car hires by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Wellington, New Zealand. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Wellington, New Zealand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£11+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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