Crisp autumn light and cheap rental cars Auckland Domestic Airport
Late March light spills across the tarmac as the last summer crowds melt away, leaving crisp mornings and gold-tinted afternoons perfect for a South Island flight or a coastal drive north. Touching down during this quiet shoulder season means you can grab Auckland Domestic Airport car rental keys without the chaotic summer queues. It is the exact window for a relaxed road trip before the winter chill sets in.
Out of eighteen available listings, Sixt takes the lead on price with an average of $794 over the seven days, while Ezi sits much higher at $1372. Sixt also holds the absolute cheapest deal for the whole period at $564 for a Toyota Corolla Hybrid. If you want a Premium SUV or a People Mover, you will have to look at Ezi, which owns the entire upper end of the market up to $2018.
The fleet is overwhelmingly fuel-friendly, with hybrids making up half the cars on the lot and standard petrol engines filling most of the rest. For autumn driving around Auckland, a compact or intermediate car will easily handle the motorways and keep your fuel costs down. Grab a five-seat option if you are travelling light, because they make up thirteen of the eighteen cars available and give you the most choices for an early pickup.