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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 25/9 and drop-off date of 28/9. 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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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 9 September 2025.
There are currently 101 hire locations operating in South Island spread across 73 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
$13+
Intermediate
$42+
Standard
$43+
Full-size
$95+
SUV
$41+
People mover
$49+
Full-size SUV
$58+
Pick-up truck
$92+
Premium SUV
$98+
Supplier choice
$9+
Compact SUV
$32+
Intermediate SUV
$41+
Standard SUV
$46+
Luxury SUV
$89+
Commercial
$165+
Compare car rental deals in South Island by type
Here are the best South Island small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Island medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Island SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Island van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Island pickup truck hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Holden Barina$11/day
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Toyota Prius c$13/day
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Ford Focus$13/day
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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 $49. Data was last updated on 9 September 2025.
Holden Barina$11/day
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Toyota Prius c$13/day
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Ford Focus$13/day
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Cheapflights insights for South Island car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in South Island, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in South Island?
Book your rental car in South Island 17 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $83/day on average when booked 17 days ahead, which saves you 37% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in South Island?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in South Island is EZI (rated 9.6/10 with 4 reviews). Avis (rated 9.4/10 with 9 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
EZI
9.6
Avis
9.4
Hertz
8.5
Thrifty
8.4
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South Island?
Planning to hire a car in South Island? May is the cheapest month, costing about $79 per day. In contrast, April is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $135. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$125
February
$122
March
$105
April
$135
May
$79
June
$87
July
$82
August
$82
September
$83
October
$80
November
$110
December
$131
What car do most people hire in South Island?
Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting South Island. Compact cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar).
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 9 September 2025.
EZI
4 reviews•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Overall
9.6
Pick-up/drop-off
9.6
Value
9.6
Avis
9 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.8
Overall
9.4
Pick-up/drop-off
9.6
Value
9.0
Hertz
19 reviews•9 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.7
Overall
8.5
Pick-up/drop-off
8.6
Value
8.3
Thrifty
8 reviews•12 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.7
Value
8.1
Alamo
3 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.4
Value
8.4
Ace Rental Cars
18 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.8
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.5
Value
8.4
Dollar
1 review•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.0
Value
8.8
Apex
13 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.3
Pick-up/drop-off
8.6
Value
8.1
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 9 September 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in South Island?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $41/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 Sep. 7.
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 $198 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 $847, with the average price for a rental being around $28 a day. Book with DISCOUNT.QUEBEC , to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 71% less compared to the average price of car rentals in South Island.