Car Hiring to travel around NZ?

hi all,

Thinking about hiring car from the period of 3 - 16 July where =

3-5 July will be in North Island ( Auckland)
5-16 July will be in South Island (Christchurch)

Can anyone suggest any either value for money or cheap car hiring during that period ?

Comments

  • +1

    Hey. Welcome aboard! Sounds petty fun. Not aware of any current deals off the top of my head but I'll take a look around tomorrow and see if I can find anything.

    • thank you Shaw

      • Looking around, most of the deals seem to expire before your trip. Probably best to take a look around the end of April for the 20%+ or the book 10 get 2 free etc. deals.

        • will do so, Shaw !
          thank you for your input

          if i got the hertz gold membership, is it worthwhile using them as oppose to the local car hire ?

        • @j4mesa:

          No worries.

          That's the free one, right? Wouldn't hurt, but I wouldn't rely on it exclusively. You might get some member only deals, but there will still probably be cheaper options around. It all depends on the value and what kind of vehicle you want really.

        • @Shaw: yup it is free from the amex member benefits.
          I just need the basic automatic transmission car that fits in for 2 people for travelling but i will keep an eye for any potential deals

  • +1

    Free one-way car rentals
    Relocation cars and campervans across New Zealand
    https://www.transfercar.co.nz/

    May not suit your itinerary as they require driving a vehicle from point A to point B within a limited amount time. But its free tho, so…

    • yup..will look into that

  • +2

    If hiring from Hertz enter this code into the promo box "2067951" to receive a discount. Make sure you tick the leisure box when you start typing the number.
    This offer is a family and friends offer at work. You're all friends so…. You're welcome ;)

    • Any idea what exactly the discount is, or is it variable?

      Looks like the discount is around 50% from the few searches I did.

      • Not sure I'm afraid mate. Just give it a go!

        • Looks like it's around 50%, give or take a bit depending on the criteria.

          Cheers for the code, have added it here.

    • how long does that code last?

      • +1

        Probably indefinite if it's a corporate code.

    • Has anyone used this code for a booking? do they ask for any proof? It shows as "Discounts CDP: IAG STAFF FRIENDS & FAMILY", so they might want proof you work at IAG eg ID card. Looking for book a car from Auckland airport 3/10-13/10, want onsite because easier with a baby and carseat, prices are high, dam school holidays :(

  • I use airportcarrentals.com to see prices, then often book directly with the combination of cheapest/least dodgy company. Apex are often good value, or Snap. I had a terrible experience with Hitch.

Login or Join to leave a comment