Car Rental Wellington

RaD Car Hire offers some of the most affordable car rental deals in New Zealand. Enter your itinerary details above to unlock some of the cheapest car rental deals in Wellington.

Our RaD Car Hire branch in Wellington is one of our most convenient car rental locations. You'll find us just 5 minutes from Wellington International Airport and 10 minutes from the Wellington city centre and the business and leisure district of Te Aro.

We offer cheap car rental in Wellington City with customer-focused service. Our vehicle rental company is one of 22 RaD city and airport locations across the North Island and South Island. This network makes us one of the biggest vehicle hire companies in the country, with an excellent reputation for dedicated, friendly staff.

We want you to discover the many attractions and things to do in and around Wellington. This is why we make it our mission to get you into one of our cheap car rentals in Wellington and on the road as fast as possible—hassle-free. Hire a vehicle in Wellington to discover our vast range of quality vehicles, including people movers, SUVs, and mini-coaches. Check out our full range of rental cars in Wellington on our website today!

As a locally owned and trusted car rental company, we pride ourselves on providing the best Wellington car rental experience. Enter your itinerary details above and get a quick quote and start your journey today!

+64 4 387 9931

We offer a free shuttle service with all Wellington rental cars from the international or domestic airport terminal. This service is available on weekdays, from 8 am – 5 pm Monday to Friday and 9 am – 1 pm on Saturday. On Sundays and after-hours, a pick up service is available by prior arrangement, and charges apply.

Are you flying into the Wellington Airport and need to hire a car? Whether you're booking a short-term, long-term or one-way car hire, reserve your vehicle online or call our friendly team on 04 387 9931. We stand by our first-class customer service, and we're confident we will exceed your expectations.

We offer contactless pick-up at all branches. To use this service when hiring a car in Wellington, please request it when booking your rental car. We will complete the paperwork in advance and contact you with collection instructions.

Check out our RaD Car Hire Wellington customer reviews online.

We offer a wide range of vehicles to suit your needs and budget, from small hatchbacks to 12-seater passenger vans and cargo vans - perfect for local transportation of goods. Browse our full range of available late-model hires at great prices from our Wellington rental car location. To enjoy faster reservations, book online and select your pick-up location and desired rental time and date, and we’ll show you the rental price on all available vehicles. Once you book your rental car, we’ll email your new booking details and rental agreement.

Looking at hiring a car in Wellington to drive to a different location? Or want the convenience of a continuous multi-island hire? Get in touch via phone during business hours or by email to check our vehicle availability for your chosen time. A one-way fee and a minimum length rental period may apply.

If you’re looking for cheap rental cars in Wellington, we’ve got you covered. Browse our range of safe, late-model cars for rent from Wellington Airport at the best deal possible. Choose from economy hatchbacks and sedans - a perfect hire car option for day trips. Renting a people mover or luxury SUV will ensure the whole family gets a comfortable seat.

Here are some quick facts to help you prepare for your rental experience at RaD:

·       Minimum Age – You must be at least 18 years old to hire a car with RaD Wellington. An insurance excess does apply subject to age, vehicle and licence type.

·       Domestic Licence Information - All hirers must have a driver's licence to drive a motor vehicle. Drivers on restricted licences – please check with the branch concerned as acceptance of and T&Cs for restricted licence holders varies by branch and some locations do require you to have a full licence.

·       International Licence Information - International licences are accepted, as well as all English written licences. If your licence is not in English you will be required to have it translated into English before we can hire a vehicle to you. Note that a NSW or Queensland digital driver's licence can NOT be used to hire a car in New Zealand, you must bring your plastic licence with you.

·       Additional Drivers – you can add any number of additional drivers to your booking. Simply pop into any RaD branch nationwide and show us the additional driver’s licence to add that person to the booking.

·       Baby and Booster Seats - all branches carry baby seats and booster seats and vehicles are fitted with anchor points. Pricing is all available online so please add any item to your booking or ask when booking via phone.

RaD Car Hire’s branches nationwide are franchised and, as such, individual owner-operators set the appropriate insurance liability, excess reduction rates, bonds, credit card security and conditions for younger drivers or licence categories.

To view the rates and conditions that will apply to your hire, please obtain an online quote, place a booking request, or contact the appropriate branch to request this information.

• All RaD Car Hire vehicles have insurance cover which is separate from the vehicle's daily rate quoted.
• This is referred to as our “Gold”, “Silver”, or “Bronze” cover.
• All pricing includes GST (Goods and Services tax)
• Refer to your quote, confirmation email and/or rental agreement for the specific insurance excess liabilities, excess reduction rates and any surcharges if you are under 21 or on a restricted driver’s licence.
• Please note that not all branches permit hirers on a restricted licence to hire their vehicles, and some branches may hire only selected vehicles to hirers who are under 21 and/or on a restricted licence. Please check with the branch before placing a reservation.