Spring road trips start with cheap rental cars Auckland Downtown
Late September in Auckland brings longer days, brisk morning breezes off the Waitemata Harbour, and purple jacaranda trees starting to bloom along Queen Street. The city shakes off its winter coat just in time for the National Day Golden Week, bringing a lively mix of festivals and events to the central viaduct. Securing an Auckland Downtown car rental early is a smart move before the holiday crowds flock to the pick-up lots.
Finding a great deal means looking straight at the supplier numbers, where Thrifty offers the lowest floor at $473 for a full ten days of driving. Avis and Budget hover around the $1100 to $1170 median, keeping their fleets closer to a standard premium. A smart booker grabs that Thrifty Economy option early to lock in the low rate before the holiday rush changes the price.
Most of the available fleet consists of five-seat passenger cars, which are generally all you need for cruising the motorways and handling sudden spring showers. If your luggage load is light, a standard hatchback handles the tight parking garages near the Sky Tower much better than a larger SUV. Pick up your car early in the morning before the downtown traffic peaks, giving you plenty of time to head south towards the Hamilton gardens or west to the black sand of Piha.