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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Whakatane 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 December 17, 2024.

January

$91

February

$68

March

$76

April

$80

May

$67

June

$62

July

$61

August

$50

September

$53

October

$46

November

$86

December

$72

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Whakatane is October. The most expensive time to rent a car is January. 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 Whakatane

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Whakatane to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on December 17, 2024.

Small cars

$42 - $114

All Car Types

$42 - $135

To rent a small car in Whakatane, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $36/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Whakatane, New Zealand (~$42/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~$114/day). In fact, September is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Whakatane. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Whakatane, renting a small car saves you 54% 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 large car in Whakatane, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $73/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Whakatane, New Zealand (~$121/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~$185/day). In fact, June is about 63% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Whakatane. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Whakatane, renting a large car saves you 4% 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 van in Whakatane, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of $73/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a van in Whakatane, New Zealand (~$117/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~$185/day). In fact, July is about 60% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Whakatane. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Whakatane, renting a van saves you 6% 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 Whakatane

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Whakatane known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 4 car rental companies in Whakatane. Reviews were last updated on December 17, 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Whakatane, including Hertz, Firefly and Sunnycars. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Hertz

6.0
Okay
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Firefly

3 locations

Sunnycars

3 locations

Avis

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Whakatane, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on December 17, 2024.
  • What are gas prices like in Whakatane?

    The average gas price in Whakatane is $6.28/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $75 and $108 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Whakatane for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz offers rental cars in Whakatane for about $526 per week on average.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting the vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 91% on your car rental. For a below average price in Whakatane, Cheapflights recommends booking your car rental at least 66 days in advance.

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

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

  • What car do most people rent in Whakatane?

    The most popular car chosen by those traveling to Whakatane is Economy (Suzuki Swift) based on our Cheapflights data.

Car rentals by fuel type in Whakatane

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Whakatane. Deals were last updated on December 17, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Whakatane. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Hybrid

Hybrid

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