Queenstown

Cheap Car Rentals in Queenstown from $12

Queenstown, New Zealand
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Queenstown car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Queenstown. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on April 27, 2024.

Most popular company

SNAPRENTALS

Price of gas per gallon

$6.78

Average price per day

$45

Cheapest price per day

$12

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Queenstown?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Queenstown 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 April 27, 2024.

January

$56

February

$57

March

$48

April

$36

May

$32

June

$36

July

$59

August

$50

September

$41

October

$37

November

$44

December

$71

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Queenstown is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Queenstown

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Queenstown to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on April 27, 2024.

Small cars

$33 - $94

All Car Types

$46 - $120

To rent a small car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $56/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~$33/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$94/day). In fact, May is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Queenstown, renting a small car saves you 27% 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 Queenstown small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $71/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~$38/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$111/day). In fact, May is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Queenstown, renting a medium car saves you 6% 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 Queenstown medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $102/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~$71/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$154/day). In fact, May is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Queenstown, renting a large car is 27% 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 rent a SUV in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $73/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Queenstown, New Zealand (~$41/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~$127/day). In fact, May is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Queenstown, renting a SUV saves you 3% 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 Queenstown SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $122/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a van in Queenstown, New Zealand (~$79/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$183/day). In fact, May is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Queenstown, renting a van is 38% 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 Queenstown van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a pickup truck in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $105/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in Queenstown, New Zealand (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~$179/day). In fact, May is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck rental for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Queenstown, renting a pickup truck is 28% 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 rent a luxury car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $93/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~$54/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$186/day). In fact, May is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Queenstown, renting a luxury car is 19% 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.

Ford Fiesta$12/day
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Ford Fiesta
Nissan Versa$15/day
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Nissan Versa

Top rental agencies in Queenstown

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Queenstown known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Queenstown. Reviews were last updated on April 27, 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Queenstown, including Go Rentals, Thrifty and Ace Rental Cars in Queenstown. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Go Rentals

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Thrifty

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.0

Ace Rental Cars

9.3
Wonderful
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.3

Hertz

9.3
Wonderful
14 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.7

Apex

9.1
Wonderful
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.6

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.4

Avis

8.7
Very good
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.4

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Snap Rentals

8.6
Very good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.6

Budget

8.1
Very good
19 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

8.0

Best Queenstown car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Queenstown. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Queenstown with an average daily rate of $27. Data was last updated on April 27, 2024.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Queenstown area. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Ford Fiesta$12/day
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A/C
Ford Fiesta
Toyota Corolla$13/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Nissan Versa$15/day
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A/C
Nissan Versa

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Queenstown, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on April 27, 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Queenstown?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $45/day when booking a rental car in Queenstown. The best deal a user found was for $22/day from Mode Car & Camper Rentals, booked on Apr. 21.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Queenstown?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Queenstown from the following companies over the past two weeks: EZU Car Rental ($12/day), Mode Car & Camper Rentals ($13/day), and EV Hire ($15/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Queenstown?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Yesaway (10.0 rating), Thrifty (10.0 rating) and Europcar (10.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Queenstown.

  • What are gas prices like in Queenstown?

    The average gas price in Queenstown is $6.78/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $81 and $116 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Queenstown for a week from Snap Rentals?

    Snap Rentals is a popular option for travelers looking for car rental in Queenstown. You can expect the average cost of rental car to be about $266 per week.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Queenstown for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Queenstown it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 32%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 56 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Queenstown.

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

    Mode Car & Camper Rentals currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 66% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in Queenstown. Typically, a monthly car rental in Queenstown can be found for $1,142. You can find car rental deals to be on average $38 a day.

  • How much is a car rental in Queenstown for a weekend?

    $69 is, on average, how much a car rental costs for the weekend in Queenstown. To save money, consider booking a Economy car rental, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car rental in May, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $46 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in Queenstown?

    The most popular car chosen by those traveling to Queenstown is Intermediate (Toyota RAV4) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Luxury car rentals in Queenstown

Find luxury car rental deals in Queenstown from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Queenstown cost an average of $40 per day. Price data was last updated on April 27, 2024.
Browse through some of the best options we've found for luxury car rentals in Queenstown. Verify the details of your rental before completing your reservation to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Chrysler 300$38/day
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Chrysler 300
Mercedes-Benz C-Class$39/day
5
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Mercedes-Benz C-Class$40/day
5
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Van rentals in Queenstown

Find van rental deals in Queenstown from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Queenstown cost an average of $38 per day. Price data was last updated on April 27, 2024.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van rentals in Queenstown. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on van rentals.
Toyota Sienna$35/day
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A/C
Toyota Sienna
Chrysler Pacifica$35/day
5
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A/C
Chrysler Pacifica
Chrysler Pacifica$35/day
5
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A/C
Chrysler Pacifica

Car rentals by fuel type in Queenstown

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Queenstown. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Queenstown. Deals were last updated on April 27, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Queenstown. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest ($12+).

Electric

Electric

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Hybrid

Hybrid

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