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

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, JUCY (10.0 rating), New Zealand Discount Car Rentals (10.0 rating) and Hertz (10.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Queenstown.

What are gas prices like in Queenstown?

The average gas price in Queenstown is 38,037 ₫/liter over the past month, costing you anywhere between 1,711,669 ₫ and 2,472,411 ₫ to fill up a car’s gas tank.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Queenstown for a week from Europcar?

Europcar is one of the top picks in Queenstown. They can have you in a rental car for about 13,084,527 ₫ per week on average.

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

Booking early can save you upwards of 53% on your rental. Booking your vehicle at least 72 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.

What car do most people rent in Queenstown?

The most popular car to hire while in Queenstown is the Toyota RAV4, which is a Intermediate vehicle.

Cheap Car Rentals in Queenstown

Queenstown, New Zealand

5 Jun — 12 Jun

Same drop-off

Mon 5/6

Noon

Mon 12/6

Noon

Driver's age:

26-65Other

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Queenstown?

January

1,714,017 ₫

February

1,760,976 ₫

March

1,643,578 ₫

April

1,314,862 ₫

May

868,748 ₫

June

1,080,065 ₫

July

1,714,017 ₫

August

1,737,497 ₫

September

1,408,781 ₫

October

1,150,504 ₫

November

1,244,423 ₫

December

1,948,814 ₫

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.

Compare available car types for rental in Queenstown

Top rental agencies in Queenstown

Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Queenstown, including Ace Rental Cars, New Zealand Discount Car Rentals and Hertz. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Ace Rental Cars

2 locations

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New Zealand Discount Car Rentals

2 locations

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Hertz

10.0

Wonderful

11 reviews•2 locations

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Recent reviews

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

The category of car we ordered was not available so we got an upgrade. Very nice.

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

We rented a 4x4 because it was the only 4-wheel drive option available when we went to upgrade our sedan. It felt like a new truck which was great and it rode very smoothly, even as I was very unfamiliar/uncomfortable driving such a large vehicle.

10.0

Wonderful|Feb 2023

Rental was very clean and very nice. Only hiccup was that we were a day late with our travel bc of the cyclone and they’d moved the car to another lot and I had to sort of find the car on my own. But, everyone was super helpful and friendly. Just a bit confusing bc of the pickup issue

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2023

It was easy pick up and drop off. The price was great. The car was clean and roomy. Loved that it was a hybrid!

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2019

The staff was very friendly, and the pick up, drop off was easy too!

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2018

Convenient location in the Queenstown Airport. Staff was very helpful.

Your office had closed for the night one minute after I got my key. What if the car did not start??

1 out of 4

Apex

9.5

Wonderful

2 reviews•2 locations

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Avis

9.2

Wonderful

6 reviews•2 locations

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Recent reviews

8.0

Very good|Mar 2023

Easy to schedule a Queenstown to Christchurch one-way drop off. On-site pick up and drop off were seamless.

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

We only rented for 1 1/2 days and it was Very Expensive because of the one way charge. Would not normally do but this was a once in a lifetime trip.

7.2

Good|Nov 2019

We waited a long time to pick up the car and there was an extra fee to drop off at the airport, but the car itself was good.

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2019

perfect!

9.6

Wonderful|Apr 2017

New car with low mileage was a pleasure to drive The service at the downtown Queenstown location was especially good. The rate was reasonable for New Zealand.

everything good

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2017

The customer service was topnotch! She really helped us out in a pinch when we found out our reservation pick up and drop off were not at the airport(s) like we were expecting. The car was in excellent conditions, clean, and modern with its in dash touchscreen system.

1 out of 2

Snap Rentals

8.6

Very good

5 reviews•2 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

Great service

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

All round easy and good service

2.0

Poor|Mar 2023

I did not enjoy this experience. Reception was unclean. Staff were unhelpful, argumentative and unfriendly. Also appeared to be untrained. It was slooooooooow. Staff were defensive - clearly I was not the first person that day who was reacting to the poor communication and system.

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

Beautiful vehicle. Easy process and communication. Exceptional experience.

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2023

The staff are accomodating and very helpful. The car is clean and worth the pay. Highly recommended

1 out of 2

Budget

7.7

Good

17 reviews•2 locations

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Recent reviews

2.0

Poor|Mar 2023

We were conned into buying insurance for the duration of our rental, even though the woman knew we would not be able to keep the vehicle for the entire time because of the ferry fiascos. I was told by several budget representatives that we could have a refund for the prorated portion of the insurance that we no longer needed ( a week's worth) but was denied by a very rude woman who told us we were 'stupid to believe' what we had been told.

8.0

Very good|Mar 2023

Great price for a last minute rental. Easy process at pick up and drop off

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

Vehicle was clean. Tank was full. Everything worked. Drop off was really easy.

10.0

Wonderful|Feb 2023

We arrived a couple hours early and Budget was able to accommodate us without a wait.

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2023

The car has ACC and it helps my long range driving in New Zealand. I wish I could have Apple car play.