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Cheap Car Hire in Papua New Guinea from $126

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 Papua New Guinea with a pick-up date of 2/9 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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Papua New Guinea car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Papua New Guinea. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 July 2025.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Premium

Average price per day

$153

Cheapest price per day

$126

Popular car types in Papua New Guinea

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Papua New Guinea and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 2 July 2025.

At $126/day, SUV is the cheapest car type available for hire in Papua New Guinea in the past week. Out of 4 car hire agencies operating in Papua New Guinea, there are, in total, 43 hire locations. View below for 2 offered car types:

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Passenger van

Passenger van

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare car hire deals in Papua New Guinea by type

Here are the best Papua New Guinea SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Papua New Guinea van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota RAV4$126/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4
Toyota Land Cruiser$130/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Land Cruiser
Volvo XC60$144/day
5
M
A/C
Volvo XC60

Best car hire deals found in Papua New Guinea

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Papua New Guinea. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 4 hire car agencies in Papua New Guinea with an average daily rate of $138. Data was last updated on 2 July 2025.
Toyota RAV4$126/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4
Toyota Land Cruiser$130/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Land Cruiser
Volvo XC60$144/day
5
M
A/C
Volvo XC60

Cheapflights insights for Papua New Guinea car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Papua New Guinea?

Book your car hire in Papua New Guinea 70 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $129/day on average when booked 70 days ahead, which saves you 33% off the average price.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Papua New Guinea?

Planning to hire a car in Papua New Guinea? April is the cheapest month, costing about $135 per day. In contrast, September is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $159. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$154

February

$148

March

$143

April

$135

May

$142

June

$144

July

$149

August

$149

September

$159

October

$156

November

$139

December

$147

What car do most people hire in Papua New Guinea?

SUV cars (Mitsubishi Montero or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Papua New Guinea. Full-size cars (Nissan Patrol or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Kia Sportage or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Papua New Guinea?

Hertz has 19 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Papua New Guinea at 12.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Papua New Guinea, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 41 pickup locations in Papua New Guinea to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 July 2025.

Top hire agencies in Papua New Guinea

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Papua New Guinea known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 4 car hire companies in Papua New Guinea. Reviews were last updated on 2 July 2025.

Hertz

2.0
Poor
1 review19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

2.0

Avis

12 locations

Budget

1 review8 locations

keddy by Europcar

2 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Papua New Guinea, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Papua New Guinea?

    When visiting Papua New Guinea, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Lae where rental cars typically will cost around $154/day (2% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Papua New Guinea was found in Lae for just $133/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Papua New Guinea?

    Cars travel on the left side of the road in Papua New Guinea.

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