Sat 26 Sep 2026 → Sat 10 Oct 2026 · 14 nights · NZD · pay on arrival
73Listings
$1,883Median total
$653Cheapest
Snapshot · Sun 7 Jun 2026
Listings
73
8 suppliers · 19 categories
Median total
$1,883.00
≈ $135 / day
Cheapest
$653.20
Europcar Suzuki Swift or similar · $46.66/day
Top end
$5,064.07
Hertz 12 Seat Bus or similar
Spread
7.8×
High ÷ low
§ 01The period14 nights · 2026 National Day
Spring into a Wellington Airport car hire for National Day
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Sorting through seventy-three available vehicles reveals some clear winners for the budget-conscious traveller. Sixt takes the crown for the absolute cheapest flat rate at $769, while Ezi provides incredible flexibility with prices starting as low as $723. A smart booker will look past the eye-watering Hertz average of $3994 and focus on the competitive deals from Europcar and Ezi to keep their holiday budget firmly on track.
With standard petrol cars leading the fleet mix and five-seat layouts being the most common, you will have no trouble finding a comfortable runabout for your spring holiday. Expect some gusty crosswinds on the coastal stretches of State Highway 1, so opting for a slightly heavier Compact SUV can add peace of mind. Pack your bags tight, grab your keys from the terminal, and head out to enjoy the fresh spring air on your own schedule.
§01Ranked by avg. pricerange bar · avg tick
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Sixt offers a single flat rate at $769, sitting well below the overall median of $1883, while Hertz tops the chart at a massive $3994 average.
§02Anatomy of a quoteavg / hire
Your rental dollar stays in New Zealand, with 86.96 percent of the average quote covering the base rate and the remaining 13.04 percent going straight to GST.
§03Price band by category$200–$1,100 axis
Small and economical is the way to go, with SUVs averaging just $1220 compared to Premium SUVs that will set you back around $3537.
§04Fleet mix73 listings
Drivetrain
Seats
Five-seat cars dominate the Wellington Airport forecourt with 55 listings, and standard petrol engines lead the drivetrain pack with 34 available options.
§05Cheapest in each categorytotal / 14 nights · per-day below
Grab the keys to a Suzuki Swift from Europcar for just $653 for the full trip, or score a Toyota Corolla Hybrid from Ezi for only $723.
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Data collected by Car Rental Hero on Sun 7 Jun 2026 via direct queries to 8 suppliers at Wellington Airport: Sixt, Ezi, Europcar, GO Rentals, Thrifty, Budget, Avis, Hertz. All 73 quotes are automatic transmission, unlimited kilometres, NZD, pay on arrival. Prices reflect availability at time of capture.
Frequently asked questionscar rental price comparison · New Zealand
What is the cheapest car hire at Wellington Airport for 2026-09-26 to 2026-10-10?
According to Car Rental Hero's price comparison (snapshot: Sun 7 Jun 2026), the cheapest car rental at Wellington Airport for 2026-09-26 to 2026-10-10 is NZ$653 total (NZ$46.66/day), a Europcar Suzuki Swift or similar. All quotes are automatic transmission, unlimited kilometres, priced in NZD with pay-on-arrival terms.
How do car rental prices compare across suppliers at Wellington Airport in September 2026?
According to Car Rental Hero's price comparison (snapshot: Sun 7 Jun 2026), the September 2026 car rental price comparison for Wellington Airport covers 8 suppliers: Sixt, Ezi, Europcar, GO Rentals, Thrifty, Budget, Avis, Hertz. Prices range from NZ$653 to NZ$5,064 (7.8× spread). The median hire cost for 14 nights is NZ$1,883.
What is the average car rental cost at Wellington Airport for 14 nights in September 2026?
According to Car Rental Hero's price comparison (snapshot: Sun 7 Jun 2026), the median car rental cost at Wellington Airport for 14 nights (2026-09-26 to 2026-10-10) is NZ$1,883 total, approximately NZ$135/day. Vehicle options span 19 categories from economy to Premium SUV.
When was this car rental price comparison data for Wellington Airport collected?
This Car Rental Hero price comparison snapshot was collected on Sun 7 Jun 2026. Data covers 73 vehicle listings from 8 rental suppliers at Wellington Airport. All quotes are automatic transmission, unlimited kilometres, priced in New Zealand dollars (NZD).