Rarotonga car hires from $55

On average a car hire in Rarotonga costs $61 per day.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Avis ($55/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Avis Main Road null (10 kilometres from the city centre).

Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Rarotonga.

The only car hire company onsite at Rarotonga airport is Avis.

The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Rarotonga airport to off-airport locations is Avis.

Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

An Economy car hire in Rarotonga costs $64 per day, on average.

A Compact car hire in Rarotonga costs $60 per day, on average.

In Rarotonga, cars are most frequently hired at Avis Main Road (10 km from city centre ).

On average a car hire in Rarotonga costs $426 per week ($61 per day).

On average a car hire in Rarotonga costs $1,827 per month ($61 per day).

When selecting your car hire in Rarotonga, think about the type of driving you will be doing around the island. If you plan to stick to the main tarred road, it is advisable to stick to a more compact car or perhaps a standard sedan, as this is easier to manoeuvre and may be more economical. If you plan to drive on unsealed gravel roads, it is advisable to look at a more robust vehicle such as an SUV if there is one available. You’ll need to check the terms of hire to see if you can take the vehicle offroad.

The speed limit in Rarotonga is 50 kph on the open roads, and this drops to 30 kph around schools, Avarua Township and the Muri Beach area, where you will find more traffic. In the small villages, the speed limit may drop to 40 kph; when you are out and about in your car hire in Rarotonga, be sure to pay attention to the road signs that indicate speed limits. As the road surfaces may not be of the best quality, it is advisable to stick to the speed limit at all times.

While a number of hotels and resorts in Rarotonga provide parking for guests, on-street parking is also possible where there is room. Parking your car is quite a casual affair in Rarotonga, and you can leave your car anywhere on the side of the road so long as there is room for other vehicles to pass. Some of the beaches may also have small car parks, which are free, but you may need to park somewhere up the road and walk to the beach if these are full. It is advisable not to park your car under a coconut tree, as falling coconuts can do a lot of damage.