Car Rental at Auckland Airport
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Economy
Toyota Yaris
or similar

$13.83
per day
Compact
Toyota Aqua Hybrid
or similar

$13.83
per day
Mini
Nissan March
or similar

$14.04
per day
Intermediate
Toyota Corolla (2013-2016)
or similar

$21.74
per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Standard
Toyota Corolla
or similar

$25.99
/ per day
Economy Elite
Toyota Yaris
or similar

$35.82
/ per day
Intermediate Elite
Nissan Teana
or similar

$39.11
/ per day
Premium Van
Toyota Alphard
or similar

$39.25
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 18:32 on 2023-05-25. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Language
English,
Samoan
Samoan
Currency
NZD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+64
Average car rental price
$25.45 / per day
Average car rental length
9 days
Speed limit within town
30 - 50 km/h
19 - 31 mph
Speed limit out of town
80 - 100 km/h
50 - 62 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gasoline price
$1.75 per liter
Highest gasoline price
$1.94 per liter
Lowest gasoline price
$1.51 per liter

Airport Car Rental
The largest city in the country, Auckland is also one of New Zealand’s main tourist attractions. Whether you come for its famous landmarks, vibrant cultural life, or surrounding nature, you’re likely to find something that excites you. These are six of the most interesting attractions in and around Auckland:
- Stardome. An observatory and a planetarium, Stardome is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city. Run by the Auckland Astronomical Society, it offers different exhibitions and interactive experiences, as well as, of course, the possibility of exploring the majestic space that surrounds the Earth. New Zealand is generally considered one of the best places on the planet for stargazing, and its extreme location in the Southern Hemisphere offers great views of cosmic objects that cannot be seen from many other places in the world. Visit Stardome’s official website to find out more. New Zealand is also known as a great place for viewing the Aurora Australis or the southern lights (the southern island is especially good for it, with places like the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve offering tours).
- Auckland Domain. A large park, Auckland Domain is one of the most beautiful urban green spaces in New Zealand and provides great opportunities for enjoying nature without leaving the city. The pride of the domain is the Wintergardens, two large, charming glasshouses named the Temperate House and the Tropical House. They are home to different, unique plants from the country and around the world. Last but not least, the Domain offers scenic views of the harbor below.
- Auckland Art Gallery. The most famous gallery in New Zealand is a treat for all art lovers. Also known as Toi o Tāmaki in Maori, the gallery was first built in the late 19th century. Significantly rebuilt during the last two decades, in 2013, it received the architectural title of World Building of the Year. The gallery hosts a wealth of artworks by artists from New Zealand and the rest of the Oceania region, as well as an impressive collection from world-famous masters like Gauguin, Picasso, Cezanne, and Dali.
- Auckland War Memorial and Museum. Although it has a largely military focus - there is a permanent exhibition called Scars of the Heart dedicated to several tragic chapters of history - this is one of the most diverse cultural institutions in all of New Zealand. The museum has an extensive focus on natural history, as well as several large and very interesting exhibitions on the traditions and crafts of the native Māori and other Polynesian peoples.
- Auckland’s Skytower. Auckland’s tallest building doubles as an observation tower for tourists. You can get a great taste of New Zealand's adventure culture by doing either a SkyWalk, SkyJump, or SkySlide virtual experience from the tower. The building is located right in the city centre. On a day with good weather, you can see up to 80 kilometers away.
- Mount Eden. An extinct volcano and a great lookout point of Auckland’s skyline, the downtown area, and the harbor. The area of the volcano is also famous for Eden Park, the famous stadium, where the ‘All Blacks’ — New Zealand’s beloved rugby team — practice and plays their games.
Top international routes
- Sydney
- Melbourne
- Brisbane
- Hong Kong
- Noumea
- Los Angeles
Main airlines
Air New Zealand, Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia, AirAsia X, China Airlines, and Emirates
Terminals
There are two terminals, an international terminal, and a domestic terminal. There’s a free shuttle bus between them, but there is also a walkway that connects them (it is a 10-15 minute walk).
Location
Auckland Airport is located 21km (13 miles) south of downtown Auckland on Manukau Harbour. Motorway 20A, State Highway 20, and State Highway 16 are the main roads connecting the airport to the city. It is also conveniently located for starting a trip to the southern part of the North Island along State Highway 1.
Most popular types of rental car
Car rental desks
Europcar is located next to the arrivals area in the international terminal and just outside of the domestic terminal.
Alamo (serviced by Enterprise) is located at the Park&Ride car park. Its rental desk can be reached by taking the Park&Ride bus from either terminal.
All other rental car companies are located off-airport and provide shuttles for their customers to their pick up and drop off points.
Alamo (serviced by Enterprise) is located at the Park&Ride car park. Its rental desk can be reached by taking the Park&Ride bus from either terminal.
All other rental car companies are located off-airport and provide shuttles for their customers to their pick up and drop off points.
Services and facilities
You’ll find many shops and duty-free stores, restaurants, cafeterias, and snack bars, ATMs, family facilities, showers, a first aid room, and a prayer room. There’s a lost property office where you can also store your luggage. It’s located at the eastern end of the international terminal and is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. You can find more information on the airport's official website.
Nearest gas station
A Z gas station is located right before to the airport on George Bolt Memorial Drive and is open 24/7. It is convenient for those renting from Europcar and perhaps Enterprise ( servicing Almo rentals), though. If coming from the south, making a detour and passing by this station is probably the best strategy for returning your rental car with a full tank of fuel even though your GPS may tell you to take a different route.
When dropping off your rental from discount and low-cost rental companies located off-airport, the Z station would require a circle if coming from the north. A better option would be to exit the South Western Motorway (Highway 20) before the airport at Coronation Road (Highway 14) where there is a BP station. From the station, it is just a 5-10 minute drive to all of the rental car locations.
When dropping off your rental from discount and low-cost rental companies located off-airport, the Z station would require a circle if coming from the north. A better option would be to exit the South Western Motorway (Highway 20) before the airport at Coronation Road (Highway 14) where there is a BP station. From the station, it is just a 5-10 minute drive to all of the rental car locations.
Popular one-way rentals
- Christchurch (1,065 km / 662 mi)
- Queenstown (1,541 km / 957 mi)
- Wellington (632 km / 392 mi)
- Napier (401 km / 249 mi)
- Rotorua (216 km / 134 mi)
- Dunedin (1,419 km / 881 mi)

Fact checked by:
Marta Kulesza
This article was reviewed and updated by Marta, who spent the last 17 years living as a digital nomad and traveling the World before settling in a small alpine village in Austria. When it comes down to designing road trips for hiking enthusiasts around the Southern Alps of New Zealand, the Canadian Rockies, the Italian Dolomites, or Norway, she considers herself an expert. When she's not sitting at her computer and editing photos from her last trip, you can find her skiing or hiking with her dog in the mountains.
Airport info
Auckland Airport (AKL)
- IATA: AKL
- ICAO: NZAA
- Name: Auckland Airport (AKL)
- Distance from city: 11.2 miles / 18 km
Top 20 Locations near Auckland Airport
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Car Rental in Auckland Onehunga from $19.13 per day9.5 km / 5.9 miles away
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Car Rental in Auckland Penrose from $58.43 per day10.4 km / 6.5 miles away
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Car Rental in Auckland Mount Wellington from $20.70 per day12.3 km / 7.6 miles away
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Car Rental in Auckland (Downtown) from $19.13 per day17.8 km / 11.1 miles away
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Car Rental in Auckland Henderson from $19.13 per day20.5 km / 12.7 miles away
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Car Rental in Auckland Glenfield from $19.13 per day25.9 km / 16.1 miles away
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Car Rental at Waiheke Island Port from $47.93 per day31.3 km / 19.4 miles away
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Car Rental at Whangarei Airport from $48.84 per day143.0 km / 88.9 miles away
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Car Rental at Tauranga Airport from $38.81 per day145.0 km / 90.1 miles away
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Car Rental at Rotorua Airport from $38.81 per day182.3 km / 113.3 miles away
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Car Rental at New Plymouth Airport from $34.82 per day228.8 km / 142.2 miles away
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Car Rental at Napier Airport from $53.76 per day328.4 km / 204.1 miles away
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Car Rental at Palmerston North Airport from $34.82 per day375.4 km / 233.3 miles away
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Car Rental at Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal from $35.40 per day473.2 km / 294.0 miles away
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Car Rental in Wellington (Downtown) from $19.13 per day477.1 km / 296.5 miles away
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Car Rental at Wellington Airport from $23.12 per day480.3 km / 298.4 miles away
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Car Rental at Nelson Airport from $31.18 per day495.8 km / 308.1 miles away
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Car Rental at Christchurch Airport from $9.81 per day745.1 km / 463.0 miles away
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Car Rental in Christchurch (Downtown) from $19.13 per day748.0 km / 464.8 miles away
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Car Rental at Queenstown Airport from $9.62 per day1024.5 km / 636.6 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices the lowest at Auckland Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Auckland Airport varies by season. This graph compares prices from month to month in order to help you find the best time of year.
Average rental costs per day at Auckland Airport
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Auckland Airport is May — when rental costs average $29.90 per day. This is 42% cheaper than the yearly average and 65% cheaper than renting a car in December (when prices average $84.43 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Auckland Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in January the average rental period is 11 days, while in March, the average rental period is only 8 days.
Average rental length at Auckland Airport
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Auckland Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Auckland Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car at Auckland Airport in January, while they are least likely to rent in in June.
Monthly searches at Auckland Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car Rental Information
Popular suppliers | Yes Rentals, Autounion, Discount Car Rentals New Zealand, Mode Car Rentals, Hertz |
Popular car categories | Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Large cars |
Lowest price | $14 per day |
Cheapest supplier | Yes Rentals |
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
Autounion | Toyota Aqua Hybrid | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
Discount Car Rentals New Zealand | Toyota Yaris | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Hertz | Hyundai i30 | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
Discount Car Rentals New Zealand | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
Bargain Rental Cars | Toyota Vitz | 5 | 1 | Medium cars |
Yes Rentals | Toyota Corolla | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Yes Rentals | Toyota Aqua Hybrid | 5 | 1 | Medium cars |
Rentalcars247 | Suzuki Swift | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
Yes Rentals | Toyota Corolla Sedan | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
Autounion | Nissan March | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
FAQ
Can I take a ferry to travel from Wellington to Picton and vice versa?
Yes, a customer can take a ferry to travel from Wellington to Picton and vice versa, but only a few companies allow take a rental car on a ferry. Other car rental companies provide the ability to drop off the car on one Island and pick up another car on the other island. Please note that if a customer takes a rental car on a ferry without the rental company’s permission, all coverage will be voided and you may be liable for a hefty penalty fee.
Can I pay in Australian dollars at the rental desk?
The car rental company will charge customers in the local currency of the car rental location. It will not be possible to pay in Australian dollars at the car rental desk.
Can I pick up a car late at night?
Yes, It is possible to pick up a car late at night at Auckland Airport. The customer will need to inform the car rental company at least 48 hours before picking up the rental car to add out of hours service to their reservation. It is also possible that a car rental company might deny providing this service.
How old do I have to be to rent a car at Auckland Airport?
You must be at least 18 years old to rent a car in Auckland, though a lot of companies have a minimum age of 21. Some companies charge an extra fee to those under a certain age. However, unlike in some other locations, some companies do not charge this fee at all. IF you search using your age, you will find both which vehicles are available for you and the prices shown will include any additional fee, thus making comparison simple.
Do I need an International Driving Permit in New Zealand?
If your home country's driver's license is not written in English, you will need an IDP in New Zealand.
Do any rental companies at Auckland Airport accept debit cards?
Very few companies in Auckland accept debit cards. If you do not have a credit card, be sure to check the payment policy section of the rental conditions to see if the company you chose accepts debit cards.
Our Customers' Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.
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New Zealand
Toyota RAV4 (2014 - 2016)
April 18, 2023
We would recommend the Hunderwasser Art Centre in Whangarei!
PM
United States of America (USA)
Mitsubishi Outlander 5+2
April 18, 2023
We took a short trip to New Zealand. Only had 8 days there and so we stayed on the North Island. Couple of days in Rotorua, went "glamping" in Pio Pio and tried to do as much as we could with the kids - whitewater rafting on the Kaituna River, Skyline Luge and zipline, Hobbiton, Hairy Feet walking tour, Black Labyrinth tour of waitomo glowworm caves, day trip into Hamilton, visit the Nevalea alpaca farm, the night market in Pakuranga, and lots of eating! Wife said she has NEVER had lamb as good as it was in NZ! Food was fresh, people were friendly, the scenery was gorgeous! If we could, we would move there in a heartbeat!
NA
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Corolla
April 15, 2023
Toured the Matakana area visiting family
AT
New Zealand
Toyota Vitz
April 14, 2023
Fishing, walking beautiful beaches, visiting friends, spectacular scenery. Fresh fish for tea.
JK
Australia
Toyota Prius Hybrid
April 13, 2023
Visited my elderly parents.
RC
Australia
Toyota Yaris
April 11, 2023
Liked the Bay of islands area
SV
Australia
Toyota Aqua Hybrid
April 7, 2023
Visiting family
MT
New Zealand
Mitsubishi Outlander
April 6, 2023
Comfortable I’m 6.2 155kg’s was a long drive.
MP
New Zealand
Mazda Demio
April 3, 2023
Cypress hill concert with ice cube
KS
Australia
Toyota Aqua Hybrid
April 3, 2023
Visited the bay of Islands. Trip out to Cape brett light house a highlight.
RC
Australia
Toyota RAV4
April 3, 2023
We travelled north of Auckland up the east coast as far as we could go visiting all the amazing coastal places we could. We had planned on returning down the western coast but due to road closures this was not possible in some places , just means we will have to come back to NZ for another visit
JO
Australia
Toyota Vitz
April 1, 2023
All areas away for Auckland were really beautiful. Auckland city was a little unkept/dirty. One chinese takeaway on Queen st was terrible! Though Wharf area is nice
EA
Australia
Suzuki Swift
March 29, 2023
Business trip
JS
Australia
Nissan Tiida
March 27, 2023
Spending Time with family
SM
Australia
Toyota Corolla STW
March 27, 2023
We visited many of the tourist spots, including Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves, Rotorua and Cape Reinga.
MV
New Zealand
Toyota Estima
March 26, 2023
Sports - Sensational
NL
Australia
Toyota Yaris
March 23, 2023
Nice scenery
SH
Australia
Toyota Hilux
March 19, 2023
Great scenery enjoyed in the rental ute
SL
New Zealand
Toyota Corolla
March 19, 2023
Everywhere was gorgeous!! Coromandel, Taupo, Thames, Rotorua, and Tongariro National Park. Didn’t know the roads were so curvy going up to Coromandel but we managed.
DP
New Zealand
Toyota Corolla
March 19, 2023
Traffic, and the speed of the local in their cars were shocking but other than that it was a very good experience
Car Rental Statistics
Highest rated company
Hertz
9.3 / 10
Lowest rated company
NUCarrentals
7.3 / 10
Total number of reviews
253
Total rental companies
33
Average daily price
$25.45
Lowest daily price
$13.83
Total cars available
234
Top 33 Suppliers at Auckland Airport in 2023
+64092568692
Andrew McKee Avenue, Māngere, Auckland 2022
$42 - $48
Working hours
Mon:00:00-02:00; 05:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-02:00; 05:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-02:00; 05:00-23:59
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+6499308271
5 Aintree Ave, Mangere, 2022, Auckland
$39 - $42
Working hours
Mon:09:30-16:00
Tue:09:30-16:00
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Moto
+640800656564 / +6493007965
7 Percival Gull Place, Māngere, Auckland 2022
Working hours
Mon:06:00-02:00
Tue:06:00-02:00
Wed:06:00-02:00
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+6492575142 / +6492570992 / 0508246884
3 Joseph Hammond Pl, Mangere, Auckland 2022
$36 - $90
Working hours
Mon:08:00-17:00
Tue:08:00-17:00
Wed:08:00-17:00
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Ezi Car Rental
+6492544397 / +640800545000
Ezi Car Rental, Ray Emery Drive, Auckland Airport, Auckland 2022
$50 - $91
Working hours
Mon:12:00-20:00
Tue:12:00-20:00
Wed:12:00-20:00
Thu:12:00-20:00
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Sun:12:00-20:00
+6492570992 / +6498693318
26 Airpark Drive
$26 - $70
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:55
Tue:00:00-23:55
Wed:00:00-23:55
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+6498694666
Unit J/80 Richard Pearse Drive, 2022
$26 - $144
Working hours
Mon:07:00-19:00
Tue:07:00-19:00
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Fri:07:00-19:00
Sat:08:00-18:00
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+6493744360 / 0800399736
9 Richard Pearse Drive, Mangere, Auckland, 2022
Working hours
Mon:08:30-16:00
Tue:08:30-16:00
Wed:08:30-16:00
Thu:08:30-16:00
Fri:08:30-16:00
Sat:08:30-16:00
Sun:08:30-16:00
+6498703330
42 Verissimo Dr, Mangere, Auckland 2022
$33 - $243
+64095800588 / +64276884888
110 Montgomerie Road, Mangere, Auckland
$46 - $46
Working hours
Mon:09:30-17:59
Tue:09:30-17:59
Wed:09:30-17:59
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Budget
6492568448
Terminal Building
$37 - $104
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:30; 05:00-23:59
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+64093733925
110 Montgomerie Road, Mangere, Auckland 2022
$20 - $41
Working hours
Mon:08:30-17:30
Tue:08:30-17:30
Wed:08:30-17:30
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+64221825752
7 Kingsford Smith Place
$14 - $50
Working hours
Mon:08:00-18:00
Tue:08:00-18:00
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Ace Rental Cars
0800502277
26 Verissimo Drive, Mangere
Working hours
Mon:08:00-16:30
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+6492171001
120 Greenwood Road, Mangere, Auckland, 2022
$14 - $14
Working hours
Mon:08:00-18:00
Tue:08:00-18:00
Wed:08:00-18:00
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+640800288699 / +6492752438
9 Manu Tapu Drive, Auckland Airport
$23 - $56
Working hours
Mon:08:00-17:30
Tue:08:00-17:30
Wed:08:00-17:30
Thu:08:00-17:30
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+64092560849
42 Verissimo Dr, Mangere, Auckland 2022
$33 - $243
+64092750066
Auckland Airport International & Domestic Terminal, Auckland 2022
$34 - $61
Working hours
Mon:07:30-22:30
Tue:07:30-22:30
Wed:07:30-22:30
Thu:07:30-22:30
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Thrifty
+6492753014
Arrivals Hall Auckland International Airport
Working hours
Mon:00:00-02:30; 05:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-02:30; 05:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-02:30; 05:00-23:59
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National
+64092560849
42 Verissimo Drive
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