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Cheap Car Hire in Wellington Airport, New Zealand from £7
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 Airport with a pick-up date of 15/9 and drop-off date of 29/9. 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 Airport car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Wellington Airport. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 August 2025.
Most popular company | MODERENTALS |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | £20 |
Cheapest price per day | £7 |
Popular car types in Wellington Airport
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Wellington Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 August 2025.
At £7/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire at Wellington Airport in the past week. Out of 38 car hire agencies operating at Wellington Airport, there are, in total, 74 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:
Economy
£7+
Compact
£8+
Intermediate
£8+
SUV
£13+
Full-size SUV
£23+
Pick-up truck
£33+
Intermediate SUV
£11+
Supplier choice
£12+
Compact SUV
£15+
Standard SUV
£18+
Compare car hire deals at Wellington Airport by type
Here are the best Wellington Airport small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Volkswagen Polo£7/day
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Volkswagen Taigo£8/day
4
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Volkswagen Taigo£14/day
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Best car hire deals found at Wellington Airport
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Wellington Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Wellington Airport with an average daily rate of £15. Data was last updated on 15 August 2025.
Toyota Corolla£8/day
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Kia XCeed£15/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai Tucson£11/day
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Cheapflights insights for Wellington Airport car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Wellington Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car at Wellington Airport?
Book your car hire at Wellington Airport 26 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £18/day on average when booked 26 days ahead, which saves you 42% off the average price.
What is the best car hire company at Wellington Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company at Wellington Airport is Avis (rated 10.0/10). Budget (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
Avis
10.0
Budget
10.0
Apex
9.6
Thrifty
8.5
What is the cheapest month to hire a car at Wellington Airport?
At Wellington Airport, the best time to hire a car is in June, with an average daily rate of just £17. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging £32 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Wellington Airport, the best time to hire a car is in June, with an average daily rate of just £17. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging £32 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
£24
February
£26
March
£24
April
£21
May
£18
June
£17
July
£19
August
£20
September
£18
October
£19
November
£19
December
£32
What car do most people hire at Wellington Airport?
SUV cars (Kia Soul or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Wellington Airport. Compact cars (Kia Soul or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations at Wellington Airport?
At Wellington Airport, Ace Rental Cars, JUCY , Routes Car & Truck Rentals, and Thrifty have 2 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top hire agencies in Wellington Airport
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Wellington Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Wellington Airport. Reviews were last updated on 15 August 2025.
Avis
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
8.6
Budget
1 review•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
7.0
Value
10.0
Apex
8 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.2
Overall
9.6
Pick-up/drop-off
9.6
Value
9.4
Thrifty
3 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Overall
8.5
Pick-up/drop-off
9.5
Value
8.5
Dollar
2 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
8.5
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
7.5
Ace Rental Cars
4 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
7.2
Value
8.0
Alamo
3 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.8
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.4
Value
8.4
Bargain Rental Cars
2 reviews•1 location
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 Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found at Wellington Airport?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £21/day when booking a car hire at Wellington Airport. The absolute best deal a user found was for £11/day from Mode, booked on Aug. 10.
Which car hire providers are at Wellington Airport?
There are 10 car hire providers located at Wellington Airport. The following companies can be found near the Wellington Airport car hire counter:Yesaway (10.0)Budget (10.0)EZI (10.0)Apex (9.6)Thrifty (8.5)Dollar (8.5)Ace Rental Cars (8.4)Alamo (8.4)Hertz (8.0)Mode (7.1)
How much does it cost to hire a car at Wellington Airport for a week from Mode?
Hiring a car at Wellington Airport for a week can be a great option for travel. Mode, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around £114/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month at Wellington Airport?
Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month at Wellington Airport.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Wellington Airport for a month?
Our recent data shows that Mode can potentially be 64% below the average car hire price at Wellington Airport. Check prices and availability for Mode and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle at Wellington Airport is on average £487 a month or £16 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Wellington Airport car hire.
Car hires by fuel type in Wellington Airport
Browse car hires by fuel type in Wellington Airport. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Wellington Airport. Deals were last updated on 15 August 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Wellington Airport. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£10+).
Electric
£22+
Hybrid
£15+
Petrol/Diesel
£10+