Suva car hire

Whether you’ll be sticking to the city limits of Suva or venturing out to Pacific Harbour, Nadi, Lautoka and other beautiful regions of Fiji, a compact car should be all you need. Compact vehicles are ideal if you’re looking for cheap Suva car hire, and they’re also easy to park and manoeuvre. If you’ll be bringing your own gear for watersports or travelling in a large group, it’s worth upgrading your car hire in Suva to an SUV. This will give you plenty of legroom, roof racks and extra space for bags and equipment.

Within the city limits of Suva and in all residential areas of Fiji, the speed limit is 50 km/h unless otherwise signed. The maximum speed limits you’ll find on roads like Kings Road and Queen Road, which connect the coastal towns and villages of Viti Levu, is 80 km/h. However, there are many winding sections and tight turns on these roads, so keep an eye out for speed signs and always reduce your speed when navigating twisting roads and sections with potholes or other hazards.

You can expect to pay for parking in most parts of Suva, though some shopping centres, like Suva Central and Tappoo City, do offer free parking for the first hour. You generally have to make a minimum purchase of F$ 5 (Suva Central) to F$ 20 (Tappoo City) and present your receipt to qualify for this free first hour. Parking rates can be anywhere from approximately F$ 0.80 (A$ 0.50) to F$ 2.50 (A$ 1.60) per hour. On-street parking is strictly regulated, with 30min and 60min time limits. The local government is tough on parking infringements, so it’s essential to abide by the time limit on your parking space.

The average price of fuel in Suva is R85,00 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 020 and R1 360, depending on the car size.

Intermediate (Toyota Raize or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Suva.

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

An Intermediate car hire in Suva costs R1 549 per day, on average.

An Economy car hire in Suva costs R1 231 per day, on average.

A Mini car hire in Suva costs R1 402 per day, on average.

While not typical, some Suva car hire companies accept other forms of payment besides credit cards. You can hire your preferred car in Suva with a debit card, but this agreement typically comes with additional requirements, including a larger security deposit or a credit check. But it's always vital to check with your provider about their payment policy.

We recommend getting insurance, especially if you’re booking cheap car hire in Suva. Although third-party insurance is mandatory for hired cars in Suva, it won't cover you or potential damages to your hired car. So, incur the surcharge and get extra insurance from your car hire provider to enjoy complete protection when driving in Suva.