Car hire in Wellington

Every car hire company in Wellington has a different cancellation policy. At momondo, we will always disclose in the car hire search results whether or not an agency has a cancellation fee. Some of the top car hire companies in Wellington include Avis, Budget, and EZI, so be sure to check if they offer free cancellation.

We recommend hiring an Economy car when visiting Wellington during the month of April. While an Economy car doesn’t handle ice and snow very well, it is an ideal car for mild temperatures and rain. In April, Wellington experiences temperatures averaging 12 °C and 120 mm of precipitation - ideal conditions for renting an Economy car. Hiring a Economy in Wellington will cost you £21/day on average.

The speed limit in Wellington is 35 mph, unless otherwise stated on road signs. Wellington also has a suburban speed limit of 65 mph which is strictly enforced. If you find yourself on a motorway in Wellington, be aware that the speed limit is generally 70 mph.

If you’re interested in hiring the Mitsubishi Outlander in Wellington, then Europcar is the most popular car hire company in the city that offers this vehicle (as well as other similar SUV hire). Mitsubishi Outlander hire in Wellington from Europcar is £44 per day on average.

Those looking for a hire car in Wellington during the month of March should expect temperatures to be around 16 °C and should expect around 80 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

If you’re looking for a Wellington hire car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of March it’s important to know that the rest of Wellington typically has a temperature of 16 °C and will usually expect 80 mm of precipitation.

Prices for cars in Wellington were last updated today.

There are 69 operators available for cars in Wellington as of March 2025.

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Wellington. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to rent a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred rental company before booking.

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when renting a car in Wellington. If the license is written in a different language from the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual rental company you're booking with.