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Cheap Car Hire in Whanganui

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Cheapflights insights for Whanganui car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Whanganui?

For the best savings on car hire in Whanganui, make your reservation 24 days before pickup. The average price then is just $52/day – about 37% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Whanganui?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Whanganui is Firefly (rated 0.0/10). Hertz (rated 0.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Whanganui?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Whanganui is June, when you can expect to pay $67/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Whanganui is December ($182/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

$168

February

$152

March

$155

April

$155

May

$92

June

$67

July

$103

August

$90

September

$103

October

$144

November

$98

December

$182

Which car hire company has the most locations in Whanganui?

Firefly has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Whanganui at 2.

Top hire agencies in Whanganui

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Whanganui known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car hire companies in Whanganui. Reviews were last updated on 10 July 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Whanganui, including Firefly, Hertz and Sunnycars. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Firefly

3 locations

Hertz

2 locations

Sunnycars

2 locations

Thrifty

2 locations

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Whanganui, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Whanganui for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is one of the top picks in Whanganui. They can have you in a hire car for about $688 per week on average.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Whanganui check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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