Whakatane car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Whakatane. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 August 2025.
Most popular company | HERTZ |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $2.48 |
Average price per day | $234 |
Cheapest price per day | $52 |
Cheapflights insights for Whakatane car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Whakatane, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Whakatane?
To get the best deal on car hire in Whakatane, book about 66 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $51, which is about 26% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Whakatane?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Whakatane is Hertz (rated 6.0/10 with 1 review). Firefly (rated 0.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Whakatane?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Whakatane is October, when you can expect to pay $71/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Whakatane is March ($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
$123
February
$123
March
$140
April
$109
May
$100
June
$88
July
$81
August
$83
September
$85
October
$71
November
$132
December
$106
What car do most people hire in Whakatane?
Economy cars (Suzuki Swift, for example) are the most popular in Whakatane. Pick-up truck (Class Full-size Truck) and Premium (Class Full-size Truck) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Whakatane.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Whakatane?
In Whakatane, Firefly, Hertz, and Sunnycars have 3 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top hire agencies in Whakatane
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Whakatane known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 4 car hire companies in Whakatane. Reviews were last updated on 19 August 2025.
Hertz
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Firefly
Sunnycars
Avis
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Whakatane, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Whakatane?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $234/day when booking a car hire in Whakatane. The absolute best deal a user found was for $52/day from Hertz, booked on Aug. 17.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Whakatane for a week from Hertz?
Hertz is one of the most popular car hire companies in Whakatane, offering car hire for around $1,639 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Whakatane?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Whakatane it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Whakatane for a month?
The average cost of a car hire in Whakatane for a month is $7,025. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.