Auckland City · 2027 Chinese New Year (7d)

Late February in Tāmaki Makaurau brings warm evenings and calm harbour water, perfect for a picnic on the volcano slopes. Chinese New Year falls across the week of 10 February 2027, and the city fills with lanterns, night markets, and travellers chasing the last of the summer light. Booking your Auckland City car rental early matters here, because seven-night holidays over this window see prices firm up fast.

Ezi is the sole supplier in the mix this period, quoting a tight spread from $826 for an Intermediate sedan up to $903 for a larger SUV. The median sits at $868, so if you spot anything below that line, you are already ahead of the curve.

Hybrid cars dominate the fleet, which makes sense when petrol sits near $3 a litre and you plan day trips to Piha or the Waitākere Ranges. A five-seat hatch handles two suitcases comfortably, while the seven- and nine-seat options suit larger groups heading south to Hobbiton. Pick up early in the morning to beat the queue at the airport depot, and check your tyre pressure before you hit the motorway.