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Cheap Car Rentals in Timaru from $167

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 Timaru with a pick-up date of 12/8 and drop-off date of 19/8. 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 Timaru

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Timaru and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 6 August 2026.
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At $167/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Timaru in the past week. Out of 4 car hire agencies operating in Timaru, there are, in total, 6 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Compact

Compact

$167+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

$167+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

$195+

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Best car rental deals found in Timaru

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Timaru. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 5 hire car agencies in Timaru with an average daily rate of $181. Data was last updated on 6 August 2026.
Hyundai Getz$167/day
Hyundai Getz
Found 08/04/26
Holden Commodore$167/day
Holden Commodore
Found 08/04/26
Cupra Formentor$195/day
Cupra Formentor
Found 08/04/26

Cheapflights insights for Timaru car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Timaru, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

What is the best car rental company in Timaru?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Timaru is Avis (rated 0.0/10). Firefly (rated 0.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Avis
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Firefly
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0.0
Hertz
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0.0
Thrifty
Thrifty
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What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Timaru?

Planning to hire a car in Timaru? August is the cheapest month, costing about $128 per day. In contrast, May is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $413. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$163

February

$184

March

$177

April

$165

May

$413

June

$174

July

$165

August

$128

September

$170

October

$167

November

$168

December

$163

Which car hire company has the most locations in Timaru?

Avis has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Firefly has the second-highest number of locations in Timaru at 1.

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Top rental agencies in Timaru

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Timaru known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car hire companies in Timaru. Reviews were last updated on 6 August 2026.

Avis

2 locations
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Firefly

1 location
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Hertz

3 locations
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Thrifty

1 location
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Sunnycars

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Timaru, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 August 2026.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Timaru for a week from Avis?

    Hiring a car in Timaru for a week can be a great option for travel. Avis, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $1,265/week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Timaru for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Car hire prices in Timaru are typically $0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Compact to save money on your trip to $0. Our users have found prices for Compact car hire in September to be on average $0 per day.

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