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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Rotorua and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 10 April 2025.

January

C$ 121

February

C$ 126

March

C$ 121

April

C$ 93

May

C$ 69

June

C$ 70

July

C$ 56

August

C$ 58

September

C$ 63

October

C$ 76

November

C$ 89

December

C$ 130

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Rotorua is July. 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 Rotorua

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Rotorua to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 April 2025.

Small cars

C$ 39 - C$ 141

All Car Types

C$ 37 - C$ 281

To rent a small car in Rotorua, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of C$ 68/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Rotorua, New Zealand (~C$ 39/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~C$ 141/day). In fact, August is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Rotorua. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rotorua, renting a small car saves you 25% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a SUV in Rotorua, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of C$ 87/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Rotorua, New Zealand (~C$ 37/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~C$ 330/day). In fact, May is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Rotorua. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rotorua, renting a SUV saves you 3% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Rotorua

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Rotorua known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Rotorua. Reviews were last updated on 10 April 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Rotorua, such as Budget, EZI and Avis. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Budget

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

EZI

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 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

9.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

7.6

Thrifty

8.6
Very good
1 review3 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 rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Rotorua, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 April 2025.
  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Rotorua?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (10.0 rating), EZI (10.0 rating) and Hertz (9.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Rotorua.

  • What are gas prices like in Rotorua?

    The average gas price in Rotorua is C$ 2.36/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 106 and C$ 153 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Rotorua for a week from Avis?

    Avis is one of the top picks in Rotorua. They can have you in a rental car for about C$ 1,677 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 88% to make it a great deal in Rotorua. Try to book at least 52 days prior to when you need the car rental to close on a rate below the average.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Rotorua however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What car do most people rent in Rotorua?

    The most popular car to rent while in Rotorua is the Suzuki Swift, which is a Economy vehicle.

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