Cheap Car Rentals in South Island from $11
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 South Island with a pick-up date of 15/6 and drop-off date of 17/6. 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.
Cheapest time to rent a car in South Island
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South Island 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 11 June 2025.
January
$81
February
$79
March
$61
April
$54
May
$36
June
$39
July
$51
August
$46
September
$44
October
$51
November
$59
December
$107
Popular car types in South Island
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in South Island and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 11 June 2025.
There are currently 101 hire locations operating in South Island spread across 72 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in South Island is small car at $11 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
$11+
Compact
$11+
Intermediate
$38+
Standard
$38+
SUV
$30+
People mover
$38+
Full-size SUV
$54+
Passenger van
$179+
Pick-up truck
$65+
Supplier choice
$9+
Compact SUV
$30+
Intermediate SUV
$32+
Standard SUV
$32+
Standard estate car
$50+
Commercial
$151+
Compare available car types for rental in South Island
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in South Island to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 11 June 2025.
Small cars | $28 - $100 | |
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All Car Types | $52 - $153 |
To hire a small car in South Island, you would pay an average price of $57/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South Island (~$28/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$100/day). In fact, May is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, hiring a small car saves you 39% 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. Here are the best South Island small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in South Island, you would pay an average price of $91/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South Island (~$44/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$157/day). In fact, May is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, hiring a medium car saves you 2% 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. Here are the best South Island medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in South Island, you would pay an average price of $142/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in South Island (~$87/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$216/day). In fact, May is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, hiring a large car is 35% more expensive. 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 South Island, you would pay an average price of $98/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in South Island (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$177/day). In fact, May is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, hiring a SUV is 7% more expensive. 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. Here are the best South Island SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a van in South Island, you would pay an average price of $156/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a van in South Island (~$90/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$230/day). In fact, June is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, hiring a van is 41% more expensive. 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. Here are the best South Island van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a pickup truck in South Island, you would pay an average price of $150/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in South Island (~$113/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$209/day). In fact, October is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, hiring a pickup truck is 39% more expensive. 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. Here are the best South Island pickup truck hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a luxury car in South Island, you would pay an average price of $136/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in South Island (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$211/day). In fact, September is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, hiring a luxury car is 32% more expensive. 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 convertible in South Island, you would pay an average price of $81/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in South Island (~$128/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$182/day). In fact, November is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for South Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Island, hiring a convertible saves you 13% 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 rental agencies in South Island
Explore the leading car hire agencies in South Island known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in South Island. Reviews were last updated on 11 June 2025.
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Best car rental deals found in South Island
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in South Island. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in South Island with an average daily rate of $38. Data was last updated on 11 June 2025.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South Island, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 June 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in South Island?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $40/day when booking a car hire in South Island. The absolute best deal a user found was for $19/day from DISCOUNT.QUEBEC , booked on Jun. 8.
How much does it cost to hire a car in South Island for a week from EZU Car Rental?
From EZU Car Rental you can hire a car in South Island from about $254 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in South Island?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from South Island it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.
How much does it cost to rent a car in South Island for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in South Island can be found for about $1,089, with the average price for a rental being around $36 a day. Book with DISCOUNT.QUEBEC , to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 82% less compared to the average price of car rentals in South Island.