Cheap Car Rentals in Hamilton from $53

To hire a small car in Hamilton, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $112/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Hamilton, New Zealand (~$79/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$191/day). In fact, July is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Hamilton. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hamilton, hiring a small car 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. Here are the best Hamilton small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Hamilton, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $122/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Hamilton, New Zealand (~$95/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$184/day). In fact, July is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Hamilton. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hamilton, hiring a medium car saves you 5% 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 Hamilton medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Hamilton, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $162/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Hamilton, New Zealand (~$107/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$251/day). In fact, August is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Hamilton. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hamilton, hiring a large car is 21% 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 Hamilton, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $116/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Hamilton, New Zealand (~$90/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$182/day). In fact, October is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Hamilton. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hamilton, hiring a SUV saves you 10% 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 Hamilton SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Hamilton, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $199/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a van in Hamilton, New Zealand (~$126/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$293/day). In fact, August is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Hamilton. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hamilton, hiring a van is 36% 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 pickup truck in Hamilton, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $171/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Hamilton, New Zealand (~$114/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$228/day). In fact, November is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Hamilton. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hamilton, hiring a pickup truck is 25% 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.

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Toyota Yaris$54/day

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• What are the requirements to rent a car in Hamilton?

  To make sure you arrive at the car rental places with the right information, there's some information worth noting and a couple of requirements you'll need to meet. You won't be able to rent a car in Hamilton if you're younger than 21 and you must have had your license for at least a year. Unless you have a valid local license, you'll need to have a recognised international driving license. This isn't the same as an International Driving Permit. Be sure to bring your confirmation details, a credit card with enough funds in and the name of the driver on it, and your passport as a photo ID. The credit card owner will need to be present if you've used someone else's card. You can't rent a car in Hamilton with an absent person's card.

• What are the rules for driving in Hamilton?

  The best way to keep yourself and your fellow drivers safe is to understand the local driving laws and keep apprised of any changes made by the local motor vehicle department. When driving your cheap car rental in Hamilton, keep to the left of the road and pass other cars on the right. You and all passengers must wear their seatbelts all the time and you cannot use a mobile phone without a hands-free device. Drinking and driving is illegal and a blood alcohol level above 0.05% will result in a heavy fine and could mean jail time.

• What type of car is recommended for driving in Hamilton?

  Hamilton is typically an easy place to drive with well-kept roads and free-flowing traffic. Choosing the right car rental in Hamilton depends on your own needs. In case of icy conditions, while road-tripping, you'll want to choose a 4X4 car hire. When sticking to the city, consider a more compact economy car rental if you have fewer passengers or a larger sedan with more passengers. Opting for a car with automatic transmission will make for a more economical car rental.

• Where are the best places to park in Hamilton?

  Parking in Hamilton is usually relatively easy to find while driving your car rental around. You'll find a variety of on-street, off-street, and mobility parking facilities available throughout the city, especially the city centre. On the outskirts, in the suburbs, you're likely to find roadside parking. In Hamilton CBD, you'll find on-street parking for up to two hours with a minimal charge. The Garden Place Car Park located on Anglesea Street is a popular choice for many.

• What is the cheapest hire car found in Hamilton?

  In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $101/day when booking a car hire in Hamilton. The absolute best deal a user found was for $51/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Apr. 21.

• What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Hamilton?

  According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Hamilton from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty ($53/day), Budget ($61/day), and Hertz ($65/day).

• What are petrol prices like in Hamilton?

  The average price of petrol in Hamilton is $3.07/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $138 and $199 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

• How much does it cost to hire a car in Hamilton for a week from Thrifty?

  From Thrifty you can hire a car in Hamilton from about $528 per week on average.

• How far in advance should I hire a car in Hamilton for the best price?

  Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 70% in Hamilton - we recommend booking at least 89days in advance.

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

  The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Hamilton it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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

  Generally, a month-long car rental in Hamilton can be found for about $2,261, with the average price for a rental being around $75 a day. Book with Bargain Car Rentals, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 52% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Hamilton.

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

  It costs $93 for a weekend car hire in Hamilton, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Hamilton in May, prices are $81 per day on average.

• What car do most people hire in Hamilton?

  The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Compact (Toyota Corolla) in Hamilton, making it the most popular option.