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Cheap Car Rentals in South Island from ₹ 728
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 6/9 and drop-off date of 9/9. 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 rent in South Island and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 25 August 2025.
There are, in total, 102 car hire locations in South Island that are operated by 73 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: ₹ 728/day). Explore 2 car types currently offered from South Island hire providers:
Economy
₹ 839+
Compact
₹ 728+
Full-size
₹ 6,021+
SUV
₹ 2,069+
Minivan
₹ 2,557+
Full-size SUV
₹ 4,158+
Passenger van
₹ 5,849+
Pick-up truck
₹ 5,232+
Supplier choice
₹ 1,774+
Compact SUV
₹ 1,837+
Standard SUV
₹ 2,516+
Intermediate SUV
₹ 2,522+
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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Suzuki Swift Dzire₹ 728/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz₹ 769/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Celerio₹ 839/day
2
M
A/C
Best car rental deals found in South Island
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in South Island. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in South Island with an average daily rate of ₹ 2,793. Data was last updated on 25 August 2025.
Suzuki Swift Dzire₹ 728/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz₹ 769/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Celerio₹ 839/day
2
M
A/C
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?
To get the best deal on car hire in South Island, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around ₹ 3,115, which is about 7,386% cheaper than the typical rate.
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 Dollar (rated 10.0/10). EZI (rated 9.5/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Dollar
10.0
EZI
9.5
Avis
9.3
Thrifty
8.4
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South Island?
Planning to hire a car in South Island? May is the cheapest month, costing about ₹ 2,387 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₹ 6,201. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
₹ 4,862
February
₹ 4,688
March
₹ 3,785
April
₹ 3,931
May
₹ 2,387
June
₹ 2,562
July
₹ 3,232
August
₹ 2,882
September
₹ 2,708
October
₹ 2,824
November
₹ 3,552
December
₹ 6,201
What car do most people rent in South Island?
The most popular types of cars to hire in South Island are the following: Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar), SUV cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar), and Economy cars (Toyota Prius c or similar).
Top rental agencies in South Island
Explore the leading car rental agencies in South Island known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in South Island. Reviews were last updated on 25 August 2025.
Dollar
4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.5
Value
9.5
EZI
2 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Overall
9.5
Pick-up/drop-off
9.5
Value
9.5
Avis
10 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Overall
9.3
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
8.6
Thrifty
8 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.7
Value
8.1
Apex
11 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.6
Value
8.1
Hertz
15 reviews•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.6
Overall
8.3
Pick-up/drop-off
8.4
Value
7.9
Ace Rental Cars
16 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.7
Overall
8.2
Pick-up/drop-off
8.3
Value
8.3
New Zealand Discount Car Rentals
19 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
7.9
Value
8.3
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South Island, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in South Island?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 3,918/day when booking a car hire in South Island. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 2,424/day from EZU Car Rental, booked on Aug. 24.
How much does it cost to hire a car in South Island for a week from EZU Car Rental?
EZU Car Rental offers hire cars in South Island for about ₹ 12,803 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in South Island?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in South Island.
How much does it cost to rent a car in South Island for a month?
You can potentially save up to 58% on a month-long rental by booking with EZU Car Rental. EZU Car Rental is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in South Island can cost you on average ₹ 54,870 a month or ₹ 1,829 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.