Cheapflights insights for Rotorua car rentals
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?
Book your car hire in Rotorua 53 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around ฿905/day on average when booked 53 days ahead, which saves you 1,324% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Rotorua?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Rotorua is Budget (rated 10.0/10). EZI (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Rotorua?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Rotorua is August, when you can expect to pay ฿1,389/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Rotorua is December (฿2,940/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
฿2,747
February
฿2,811
March
฿2,747
April
฿2,036
May
฿1,519
June
฿1,583
July
฿1,486
August
฿1,389
September
฿1,486
October
฿1,777
November
฿2,100
December
฿2,941
What car do most people hire in Rotorua?
Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Rotorua. SUV cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Toyota RAV4 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 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 29 August 2025.
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EZU Car Rental
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Rotorua, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 August 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Rotorua?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Rotorua for a month is certainly possible.