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Cheap Car Rentals in Queenstown from AED 143

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 Queenstown with a pick-up date of 14/7 and drop-off date of 20/7. 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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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 24 April 2025.

January

AED 194

February

AED 183

March

AED 139

April

AED 121

May

AED 88

June

AED 102

July

AED 150

August

AED 139

September

AED 106

October

AED 113

November

AED 135

December

AED 257

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.

Popular car types in Queenstown

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Queenstown and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 24 April 2025.

There are 54 hire agencies servicing Queenstown. These agencies, altogether, have 70 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Queenstown with prices from AED 143 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 2 car types you can hire in Queenstown:

Economy

Economy

AED 295+

Compact

Compact

AED 143+

SUV

SUV

AED 251+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 241+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 427+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 147+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

AED 256+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

AED 324+

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 24 April 2025.

Small cars

AED 39 - AED 235

All Car Types

AED 91 - AED 373

To rent a small car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of AED 107/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~AED 39/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 235/day). In fact, May is about 64% 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 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 Queenstown small car hire 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 AED 162/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~AED 119/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 376/day). In fact, May is about 27% 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 8% 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.

To rent a large car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of AED 198/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~AED 200/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 557/day). In fact, May is about 0% 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 12% 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 AED 181/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Queenstown, New Zealand (~AED 43/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 474/day). In fact, October is about 77% 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 is 4% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Nissan SunnyAED 143/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sunny
Ford FiestaAED 295/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Toyota C-HRAED 358/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota C-HR

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 24 April 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Queenstown, including Thrifty, Rental Cars 247 and Hertz. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Thrifty

10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.2

Rental Cars 247

9.5
Wonderful
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.5

Hertz

9.3
Wonderful
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.6

Avis

9.0
Wonderful
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.3

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

Ace Rental Cars

8.6
Very Good
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.6

New Zealand Discount Car Rentals

8.6
Very Good
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.6

Apex

8.2
Very Good
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

7.7

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 AED 279. Data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
These are the best deals we've found on rental cars in Queenstown. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Nissan SunnyAED 143/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sunny
Peugeot 2008AED 147/day
4
M
A/C
Peugeot 2008
Kia SoulAED 256/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Soul

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Queenstown, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2025.
  • What car hire 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: Ace Rental Cars (AED 143/day), New Zealand Discount Car Rentals (AED 241/day), and Snap Rentals (AED 251/day).

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

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

  • What are petrol prices like in Queenstown?

    The average price of petrol in Queenstown is AED 6.10/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 274 and AED 396 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Queenstown for a week from Apex?

    Apex is one of the most popular car hire companies in Queenstown, offering car hire for around AED 1,128 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 37% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 39 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Queenstown.

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

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

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

    AED 0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Queenstown, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Queenstown, then opt for a Compact hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of May, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as AED 0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Queenstown?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Queenstown is Standard (Subaru Forester) based on our Cheapflights data.

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 AED 535 per day. Price data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
Some of the most suitable options we've found on luxury car rentals within Queenstown. Check back soon for more options if you're not finding the right car rental for you and your fellow passengers.
BMW X5AED 535/day
5
4
M
A/C
BMW X5

Car rentals by fuel type in Queenstown

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Queenstown. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Queenstown. Deals were last updated on 24 April 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Queenstown. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (AED 22+).

Electric

Electric

AED 88+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 22+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 22+

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