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Cheap Car Hire in Rotorua from $50
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 Rotorua with a pick-up date of 1/9 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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Rotorua car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Rotorua. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 August 2025.
Most popular company | EUROPCAR |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $2.45 |
Average price per day | $95 |
Cheapest price per day | $50 |
Popular car types in Rotorua
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Rotorua and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 26 August 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Rotorua this past week from 23 hire locations out of 14 hire agencies. Prices for a Rotorua small car hire start from $50/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
$50+
Compact
$52+
Intermediate
$56+
Full-size
$75+
SUV
$63+
Pick-up truck
$81+
Supplier choice
$41+
Compact SUV
$71+
Compare car hire deals in Rotorua by type
Here are the best Rotorua small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Rotorua medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Rotorua SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Suzuki Swift$50/day
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Toyota Yaris$52/day
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Skoda Rapid$53/day
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Best car hire deals found in Rotorua
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Rotorua. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Rotorua with an average daily rate of $68. Data was last updated on 26 August 2025.
Suzuki Swift$50/day
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Toyota Yaris$52/day
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Skoda Rapid$53/day
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Cheapflights insights for Rotorua car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Rotorua, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Rotorua?
For the best savings on car hire in Rotorua, make your reservation 53 days before pickup. The average price then is just $43/day – about 32% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Rotorua?
Europcar is currently the cheapest car hire company in Rotorua with deals as low as $42.13/day found in the past two weeks. Thrifty is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $50.34/day.
What is the best car rental company in Rotorua?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Rotorua is Budget (rated 10.0/10). EZI (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
Budget
10.0
EZI
10.0
Avis
10.0
Hertz
9.0
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Rotorua?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Rotorua is August, when you can expect to pay $66/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Rotorua is December ($140/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
$131
February
$134
March
$131
April
$97
May
$72
June
$76
July
$71
August
$66
September
$71
October
$85
November
$100
December
$140
What car do most people hire in Rotorua?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Rotorua are the following: SUV cars (Suzuki Ignis or similar), Economy cars (Suzuki Ignis or similar), and Intermediate cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Rotorua?
Thrifty has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Rotorua at 2.
Top hire agencies in Rotorua
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Rotorua known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Rotorua. Reviews were last updated on 26 August 2025.
Budget
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
EZI
1 review•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Avis
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Hertz
1 review•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
7.6
Thrifty
1 review•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Overall
8.6
Pick-up/drop-off
7.3
Value
9.3
EZU Car Rental
2 locations
Ace Rental Cars
1 location
Firefly
2 locations
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Rotorua, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Rotorua?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $95/day when booking a car hire in Rotorua. The absolute best deal a user found was for $59/day from Europcar, booked on Aug. 24.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Rotorua for a week from Europcar?
From Europcar you can hire a car in Rotorua from about $685 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Rotorua?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Rotorua check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Rotorua for a month?
The monthly cost of a car hire in Rotorua is $2,937 ($98/day) on average.
How much is a car hire in Rotorua for a weekend?
The average price for a weekend car hire in Rotorua is $0. Hiring a Supplier choice is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Rotorua. For the month of September, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Rotorua for as low as $0/day.
Car hires by fuel type in Rotorua
Browse car hires by fuel type in Rotorua. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Rotorua. Deals were last updated on 26 August 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Rotorua. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($29+).
Hybrid
$29+
Petrol/Diesel
$44+