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Ford Puma
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
A/C
5
RSD 4,886
per day
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In terminal
Pick-up information
Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 0293
Welcome to Ezi Car Rental Palmerston North Airport, located conveniently in the Palmerston North Airport Terminal arrivals lounge. If you are unable to locate our branch please phone 0800 545 000 for directions from our staff.
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 0293
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
5
RSD 4,072
per day
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 0293
Welcome to Ezi Car Rental Palmerston North Airport, located conveniently in the Palmerston North Airport Terminal arrivals lounge. If you are unable to locate our branch please phone 0800 545 000 for directions from our staff.
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 0293
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Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
5
RSD 4,614
per day
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 0293
Welcome to Ezi Car Rental Palmerston North Airport, located conveniently in the Palmerston North Airport Terminal arrivals lounge. If you are unable to locate our branch please phone 0800 545 000 for directions from our staff.
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 0293
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Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar Premium SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
RSD 4,886
per day
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 0293
Welcome to Ezi Car Rental Palmerston North Airport, located conveniently in the Palmerston North Airport Terminal arrivals lounge. If you are unable to locate our branch please phone 0800 545 000 for directions from our staff.
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 0293
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Suzuki Swift
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
A/C
4
RSD 10,626
per day
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Kia Stonic
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
RSD 10,843
per day
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Kia Seltos
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
RSD 11,169
per day
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
RSD 12,122
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Very Good
In terminal
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4440
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4440
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Kia Stonic
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
RSD 12,255
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Very Good
In terminal
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Suzuki Swift
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
A/C
4
RSD 12,709
per day
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Toyota Corolla Cross
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
RSD 12,918
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Very Good
In terminal
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4440
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4440
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Kia Sportage
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
RSD 13,012
per day
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Kia Seltos
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
RSD 13,054
per day
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8.7
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
Drop-off information
Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Kia Stonic
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
RSD 13,273
per day
Free cancellation
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Kia Stonic
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
RSD 13,385
per day
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Terminal Building Palmerston North Airport
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Terminal Building Palmerston North Airport
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Suzuki Swift
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
RSD 13,487
per day
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Terminal Building Palmerston North Airport
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Terminal Building Palmerston North Airport
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Kia Seltos
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
RSD 14,117
per day
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
RSD 14,535
per day
Free cancellation
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Palmerston North Airport, Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4442
Drop-off information
Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Palmerston North Airport, Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4442
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Kia Sportage
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
RSD 14,774
per day
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8.7
Very Good
In terminal
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4440
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4440
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Kia Carnival
or similar Full-size Van
Automatic
8
A/C
5
RSD 15,980
per day
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4414, New Zealand
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Drop-off information
Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4414, New Zealand
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Kia Sportage
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
RSD 16,089
per day
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
RSD 16,421
per day
Free cancellation
In terminal
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Terminal Building Palmerston North Airport
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Terminal Building Palmerston North Airport
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Honda CR-V
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
RSD 16,421
per day
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Terminal Building Palmerston North Airport
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Terminal Building Palmerston North Airport
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MG ZS
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
RSD 16,522
per day
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Terminal Building Palmerston North Airport
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Terminal Building Palmerston North Airport
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Toyota Hilux
or similar Premium Extended Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
RSD 16,939
per day
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Ford Ranger
or similar Premium Extended Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
RSD 17,163
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Very Good
In terminal
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4440
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4440
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Kia Carnival
or similar Full-size Van
Automatic
8
A/C
5
RSD 17,163
per day
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8.7
Very Good
In terminal
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4440
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4440
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Toyota Hilux
or similar Premium Extended Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
RSD 17,317
per day
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8.7
Very Good
In terminal
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Hyundai Santa Fe
or similar Full-size SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
RSD 17,497
per day
Free cancellation
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Kia Carnival
or similar Full-size Van
Automatic
8
A/C
4
RSD 18,623
per day
Free cancellation
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Airport Drive Milson
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Skoda Kodiaq
or similar Full-size SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
4
RSD 19,154
per day
Free cancellation
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Palmerston North Airport, Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4442
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Palmerston North Airport, Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4442
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Ford Ranger
or similar Premium Extended Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
RSD 20,385
per day
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Palmerston North Airport, Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4442
Drop-off information
Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Palmerston North Airport, Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4442
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Toyota Hiace
or similar Premium Van
Automatic
12
A/C
5
RSD 21,925
per day
Free cancellation
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Palmerston North Airport, Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4442
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Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
Palmerston North Airport, Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4442
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 19:29 on 01/11/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Airport info
- Top 20 locations near Palmerston North Airport
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Palmerston North Airport and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Nov 1, 2026)
- Here's what travelers say about renting a car at Palmerston North Airport
- Car rental statistics
- Top 9 suppliers at Palmerston North Airport in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English, Samoan
Currency
NZD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+64
Average car rental price
RSD 13,583 per day
Average car rental length
6 days
Speed limit within town
30–50 km/h
or
19–31 mph
Speed limit out of town
80–100 km/h
or
50–62 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gas price
RSD 164 per liter or RSD 621 per gallon
Lowest gas price
RSD 148 per liter or RSD 559 per gallon
Highest gas price
RSD 181 per liter or RSD 684 per gallon
Rating
9.8 / 10
Airport info
Name
Palmerston North Airport (PMR)
IATA
PMR
ICAO
NZPM
Distance from city
2.5 miles / 4 km
Overall rating
8.5 / 10
Getting to the airport
8.7
Check-in and departures
9.5
Terminal facilities
8.5
Wi-Fi
7.7
Restaurants and car rental services
8.2
Lounge
8.2
Top 20 locations near Palmerston North Airport
- Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminalfrom RSD 2,597 per day125.9 km / 78.23 miles away
- Wellington (Downtown)from RSD 9,373 per day129.4 km / 80.41 miles away
- Wellington Airportfrom RSD 1,885 per day130.9 km / 81.34 miles away
- Napier Airportfrom RSD 9,213 per day143.3 km / 89.04 miles away
- New Plymouth Airportfrom RSD 4,737 per day190.8 km / 118.56 miles away
- Nelson Airportfrom RSD 5,043 per day228.8 km / 142.17 miles away
- Rotorua Airportfrom RSD 7,289 per day253.3 km / 157.39 miles away
- Tauranga Airportfrom RSD 3,238 per day299 km / 185.79 miles away
- Auckland Airportfrom RSD 874 per day375.4 km / 233.26 miles away
- Auckland East Tamakifrom RSD 2,851 per day381.1 km / 236.8 miles away
- Auckland Penrosefrom RSD 6,444 per day384.6 km / 238.98 miles away
- Auckland Onehungafrom RSD 2,759 per day384.8 km / 239.1 miles away
- Auckland Mount Wellingtonfrom RSD 2,974 per day385.8 km / 239.73 miles away
- Auckland Hendersonfrom RSD 2,828 per day392.9 km / 244.14 miles away
- Auckland (Downtown)from RSD 2,383 per day393.1 km / 244.26 miles away
- Waiheke Island Portfrom RSD 6,094 per day397.5 km / 247 miles away
- Auckland Glenfieldfrom RSD 2,828 per day401.3 km / 249.36 miles away
- Christchurch (Downtown)from RSD 5,088 per day433.8 km / 269.55 miles away
- Christchurch Airportfrom RSD 773 per day434.4 km / 269.92 miles away
- Whangarei Airportfrom RSD 5,480 per day518.1 km / 321.93 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Cross Country Rentals
Palmerston North Airport Terminal
B
Ezi Car Rental
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 0293
C
Hertz
Palmerston North Airport, Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4442
D
Europcar
Palmerston North Airport, Milson, Palmerston North 4414, New Zealand
E
Thrifty
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4414, New Zealand
When to book at Palmerston North Airport and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest at Palmerston North Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Palmerston North Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthJuly | Most expensive month August | ||
| Average price RSD 5,515 | A good deal RSD 11,947 | Cheapest supplier Ezi Car Rental | Cheapest car type Medium cars |
Average rental costs per day at Palmerston North Airport
RSD 8,451
RSD 4,226
RSD 0
RSD 6,898
in January
Jan
RSD 7,085
in February
Feb
RSD 4,939
in March
Mar
RSD 4,863
in April
Apr
RSD 4,597
in May
May
RSD 4,416
in June
Jun
RSD 3,711
in July
Jul
RSD 7,683
in August
Aug
RSD 6,666
in September
Sep
RSD 5,923
in October
Oct
RSD 4,468
in November
Nov
RSD 6,774
in December
Dec
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Palmerston North Airport is July — when rental costs average RSD 3,711 per day. This is 33% cheaper than the yearly average and 52% cheaper than renting a car in August (when prices average RSD 7,683 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.
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Palmerston North Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car at Palmerston North Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in December, while they are least likely to rent in in August.
Monthly searches at Palmerston North Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
2.6
1.3
0
2 times in January
Jan
1.8 times in February
Feb
1.2 times in March
Mar
0.2 times in April
Apr
0.4 times in May
May
1.2 times in June
Jun
0.2 times in July
Jul
0.1 times in August
Aug
0.5 times in September
Sep
0.4 times in October
Oct
1.6 times in November
Nov
2.4 times in December
Dec
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Palmerston North Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in June the average rental period is 13 days, while in August, the average rental period is only one day.
Average number of rental days at Palmerston North Airport
14
7
0
6 days in January
Jan
7 days in February
Feb
4 days in March
Mar
5 days in April
Apr
3 days in May
May
13 days in June
Jun
6 days in July
Jul
1 day in August
Aug
9 days in September
Sep
4 days in October
Oct
5 days in November
Nov
7 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Cross Country Rentals, Thrifty, Ezi Car Rental, Hertz, Routes Car Rental |
| 🚗 Popular car types | SUVs, medium cars, small cars, vans |
| 🤑 Lowest price | RSD 5,295 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Ezi Car Rental |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Country Rentals | Mitsubishi ASX | 5 | SUV |
| Cross Country Rentals | Mitsubishi Outlander | 5 | SUV |
| Ezi Car Rental | Toyota Corolla | 5 | Medium car |
| Thrifty | Suzuki Swift | 4 | Small car |
| Thrifty | Kia Seltos | 5 | SUV |
| Thrifty | Kia Stonic | 4 | Medium car |
| Ezi Car Rental | Toyota RAV4 | 5 | SUV |
| Thrifty | Mitsubishi Outlander | 5 | SUV |
| Thrifty | Kia Seltos | 4 | SUV |
| Cross Country Rentals | Toyota Hiace | 4 | Van |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Nov 1, 2026)
Prices are lowest during July, starting at RSD 3,711 for an Economy car and highest in August, when economy cars start at RSD 7,683. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month at Palmerston North Airport is December, while the least popular month is August.
Palmerston North Airport hosts: Cross Country Rentals, Ezi Car Rental, Europcar, Hertz, Thrifty, Dollar, Firefly, Routes Car Rental, Keddy. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Yes, most companies at Palmerston North Airport support after-hours returns. Park in the designated return area, lock the car, and drop the keys in the secure drop box. Take timestamped photos of the car's condition after parking to protect yourself.
Usually, yes, if the desk is open. You may be charged for extra hours if you pick up significantly earlier. Rental desks at Palmerston North Airport typically operate from 08:00-16:30.
Here's what travelers say about renting a car at Palmerston North Airport
9.8
Average rating
Based on 5 reviews
Best month to visit
July
Happiest customers drive
Toyota Corolla
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Nov 25, 2024
Christopher R.
Mitsubishi ASX
A great place to explore the central plateau from.
Nov 10, 2022
Pamela N.
Toyota Corolla
Great food and the scenery was wonderful. A never to forget vacation.
Jul 21, 2022
Enrico F.
Toyota Corolla
New Zealand is spectacular even when it rains
Jun 16, 2020
Stephen Y.
Toyota Yaris
Very little has changed
Mar 6, 2020
Christopher M.
Toyota Corolla
Renting a car made our getting around the city easy for our visit for 10 days. We were going to rely on Uber but needed the convenience of our own wheels.
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Cross Country Rentals (rated 9.6 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Keddy (rated 8.0 / 10)
Total number of reviews
5
Total rental companies
9
Average daily price
RSD 13,583
Lowest daily price
RSD 5,295
Total cars available
31
Top 9 suppliers at Palmerston North Airport in 2026
Cross Country Rentals
9.6
Excellent
19 ratings
Value for money
9.2
Ease of finding
9.7
Agent helpfulness
9.5
Pick-up speed
9.5
Drop-off speed
9.8
Car cleanliness
9.7
Car condition
9.6
Palmerston North Airport Terminal
+640800777994
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08:00-17:30
Tue
08:00-17:30
Wed
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Ezi Car Rental
9.1
Excellent
7 ratings
Value for money
9.0
Ease of finding
8.9
Agent helpfulness
9.2
Pick-up speed
8.7
Drop-off speed
8.8
Car cleanliness
9.4
Car condition
9.5
RSD 5,295–RSD 6,314
per day
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 0293
+640800545000 / +6433592721
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Mon
07:30-20:00
Tue
07:30-20:00
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07:30-20:00
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07:30-20:00
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07:30-18:00
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08:00-16:30
Sun
09:30-18:00
9.0
Excellent
16 ratings
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
9.3
Agent helpfulness
8.6
Pick-up speed
9.0
Drop-off speed
9.3
Car cleanliness
9.2
Car condition
9.1
RSD 13,992–RSD 17,196
per day
Palmerston North Airport, Milson, Palmerston North 4414, New Zealand
+64062602320
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Mon
08:00-16:30
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08:00-16:30
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Hertz
9.0
Excellent
20 ratings
Value for money
8.4
Ease of finding
9.3
Agent helpfulness
8.9
Pick-up speed
9.0
Drop-off speed
9.0
Car cleanliness
9.2
Car condition
9.2
RSD 12,716–RSD 25,711
per day
Palmerston North Airport, Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4442
+64063570921
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Mon
07:30-20:00
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07:30-20:00
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07:30-20:00
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07:30-20:00
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07:30-20:00
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07:30-15:30
Sun
08:00-16:30
Thrifty
8.9
Very Good
10 ratings
Value for money
8.8
Ease of finding
8.5
Agent helpfulness
9.2
Pick-up speed
8.5
Drop-off speed
8.8
Car cleanliness
9.3
Car condition
9.3
RSD 10,419–RSD 16,847
per day
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4414, New Zealand
+640800737070
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Mon
07:30-20:00
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07:30-20:00
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07:30-20:00
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07:30-20:00
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07:30-20:00
Sat
07:30-15:30
Sun
08:00-16:30
Dollar
8.7
Very Good
Value for money
9.0
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
9.2
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.3
Car condition
9.2
RSD 15,648–RSD 18,246
per day
Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4440
+640800243789
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Mon
07:30-20:00
Tue
07:30-20:00
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07:30-20:00
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07:30-20:00
Fri
07:30-20:00
Sat
07:30-15:30
Sun
08:00-16:30
Firefly
8.3
Good
Value for money
8.4
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.4
Car condition
8.5
Airport Drive Milson
063570921
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Mon
07:30-20:00
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07:30-20:00
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07:30-20:00
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07:30-20:00
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07:30-20:00
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07:30-15:30
Sun
08:00-16:30
Routes Car Rental
8.2
Good
Value for money
8.1
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.9
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.4
Car condition
8.5
Terminal Building, Palmerston North Airport, 4442 Palmerston North
+64062602320
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08:00-16:30
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Keddy
8.0
Good
4 ratings
Value for money
7.7
Ease of finding
7.7
Agent helpfulness
7.5
Pick-up speed
7.6
Drop-off speed
8.0
Car cleanliness
8.5
Car condition
8.7
TERMINAL BUILDING
+64062602320
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08:00-16:30
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