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Suzuki Swift
or similar Economy
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
1
A/C
4
$78.02
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Drop-off information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
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Kia Stonic
or similar Compact
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$79.61
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Drop-off information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Online check-in
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Kia Seltos
or similar Compact SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
$81.98
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Drop-off information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Suzuki Swift
or similar Economy
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$82.97$92.19
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please follow the sign to the car rental area
Drop-off information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Kia Stonic
or similar Compact
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$84.66$94.07
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please follow the sign to the car rental area
Drop-off information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Kia Seltos
or similar Compact SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
$87.20$96.89
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please follow the sign to the car rental area
Drop-off information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Online check-in
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Kia Niro
or similar Compact SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
5
$88.33
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Drop-off information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Online check-in
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Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
$91.50
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Drop-off information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Kia Niro
or similar Compact SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
5
$93.98$104.42
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please follow the sign to the car rental area
Drop-off information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Average deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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All-wheel drive
This is an all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicle.
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Kia Sportage
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
$96.93
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Drop-off information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
$97.36$108.18
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please follow the sign to the car rental area
Drop-off information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Average deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
All-wheel drive
This is an all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicle.
Kia Sportage
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
$106.13$117.93
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please follow the sign to the car rental area
Drop-off information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Average deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Online check-in
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Kia Carnival
or similar Full-size Van
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
8
2
A/C
4
$123.65
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Drop-off information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Kia Carnival
or similar Full-size Van
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
8
3
A/C
5
$125.28$139.20
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please follow the sign to the car rental area
Drop-off information
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
Handforth St, Onerahi
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Average deposit
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Unlimited mileage
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 12:29 on 29/03/26. 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 Whangarei Airport
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Whangarei Airport and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Car rental statistics
- Top 5 suppliers at Whangarei 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
$123 per day
Average car rental length
4 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
$1.60 per liter or $6.06 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.44 per liter or $5.45 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.72 per liter or $6.51 per gallon
Airport info
Name
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
IATA
WRE
ICAO
NZWR
Distance from city
4.3 miles / 7 km
Overall rating
7.2 / 10
Getting to the airport
8.2
Check-in and departures
9.2
Terminal facilities
7.1
Wi-Fi
5.7
Restaurants and car rental services
6.6
Lounge
6.6
Top 20 locations near Whangarei Airport
- Kerikeri Airportfrom $45.75 per day69.4 km / 43.12 miles away
- Auckland Rosedalefrom $26.64 per day113 km / 70.21 miles away
- Auckland Glenfieldfrom $32.89 per day117.2 km / 72.82 miles away
- Auckland Hendersonfrom $33.23 per day125.3 km / 77.86 miles away
- Auckland (Downtown)from $25.48 per day125.6 km / 78.04 miles away
- Waiheke Island Portfrom $56.12 per day125.9 km / 78.23 miles away
- Auckland Parnellfrom $59.14 per day126 km / 78.29 miles away
- Auckland Mount Wellingtonfrom $34.23 per day133.5 km / 82.95 miles away
- Auckland Onehungafrom $32.15 per day133.9 km / 83.2 miles away
- Auckland Penrosefrom $26.64 per day134.5 km / 83.57 miles away
- Auckland East Tamakifrom $33.30 per day138.8 km / 86.25 miles away
- Auckland Airportfrom $16.80 per day143 km / 88.86 miles away
- Hamilton (Downtown)from $20.88 per day238.9 km / 148.45 miles away
- Hamilton Airportfrom $24.36 per day248.8 km / 154.6 miles away
- Tauranga Downtownfrom $149.02 per day266.9 km / 165.84 miles away
- Tauranga Airportfrom $60.63 per day267.4 km / 166.15 miles away
- Rotorua Airportfrom $57.49 per day313 km / 194.49 miles away
- Whakatane Airportfrom $93.59 per day330.4 km / 205.3 miles away
- Taupo Downtownfrom $40.41 per day358.4 km / 222.7 miles away
- New Plymouth Airportfrom $37.93 per day360.9 km / 224.25 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Thrifty
Handforth St, Onerahi
B
Budget
Terminal Building
C
Hertz
Handforth St, Onerahi
D
Avis
Terminal Building
E
Firefly
Handforth St, Onerahi
When to book at Whangarei Airport and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest at Whangarei Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Whangarei 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 monthAugust | Most expensive month February | |
| A good deal $97 | Cheapest supplier Budget | Cheapest car type Medium cars |
Average rental costs per day at Whangarei Airport
$109
$55
$0
$69
in January
Jan
$100
in February
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
$31
in August
Aug
Sep
$42
in October
Oct
$62
in November
Nov
$34
in December
Dec
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Whangarei Airport is August — when rental costs average $30.73 per day. This is 53% cheaper than the yearly average and 69% cheaper than renting a car in February (when prices average $99.53 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 Whangarei Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Whangarei Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in February, while they are least likely to rent in in August.
Monthly searches at Whangarei Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
2
1
0
0.9 times in January
Jan
1.8 times in February
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
0.5 times in August
Aug
Sep
0.9 times in October
Oct
1.4 times in November
Nov
0.5 times in December
Dec
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Whangarei Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in December the average rental period is 15 days, while in October, the average rental period is only 3 days.
Average number of rental days at Whangarei Airport
17
8
0
4 days in January
Jan
4 days in February
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
4 days in August
Aug
Sep
3 days in October
Oct
3 days in November
Nov
15 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Thrifty, Hertz, Budget |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Medium cars, SUVs, small cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $46 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Budget |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thrifty | Kia Stonic | 4 | 2 | Medium car |
| Thrifty | Suzuki Swift | 4 | 2 | Small car |
| Thrifty | Kia Sportage | 5 | 2 | SUV |
| Thrifty | Kia Seltos | 5 | 2 | SUV |
| Hertz | Kia Stonic | 4 | 2 | Medium car |
| Budget | Mazda 3 | 4 | 2 | Medium car |
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Thrifty (rated 8.7 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Firefly (rated 8.3 / 10)
Total rental companies
5
Average daily price
$123
Lowest daily price
$46
Total cars available
47
Top 5 suppliers at Whangarei Airport in 2026
Thrifty
8.7
Excellent
Value for money
8.8
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.8
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.3
Car condition
9.3
$131–$273
per day
Handforth St, Onerahi
+640800737070
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Tue
08:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Wed
08:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Thu
08:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Fri
08:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Sat
09:00-17:00
Sun
09:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Budget
8.6
Excellent
1 review
Value for money
8.5
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.7
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.2
Car condition
9.1
$46–$80
per day
Terminal Building
640800585858
Show working hours
Mon
08:30-17:00; 19:30-20:30
Tue
08:30-17:00; 19:30-20:30
Wed
08:30-17:00; 19:30-20:30
Thu
08:30-17:00; 19:30-20:30
Fri
08:30-17:00; 19:30-20:30
Sat
08:30-17:00
Sun
08:30-17:00; 19:30-20:30
Hertz
8.5
Excellent
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.7
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.0
Car condition
9.0
$129–$293
per day
Handforth St, Onerahi
094389790
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Tue
08:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Wed
08:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Thu
08:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Fri
08:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Sat
09:00-17:00
Sun
09:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Avis
8.4
Very Good
1 review
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.8
Car condition
8.7
$47–$65
per day
Terminal Building
6494382929
Show working hours
Mon
08:30-17:00; 19:30-20:30
Tue
08:30-17:00; 19:30-20:30
Wed
08:30-17:00; 19:30-20:30
Thu
08:30-17:00; 19:30-20:30
Fri
08:30-17:00; 19:30-20:30
Sat
08:30-17:00
Sun
08:30-17:00; 19:30-20:30
Firefly
8.3
Very Good
Value for money
8.3
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
8.4
$47–$65
per day
Handforth St, Onerahi
094389790
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Tue
08:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Wed
08:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Thu
08:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Fri
08:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Sat
09:00-17:00
Sun
09:00-17:00; 19:00-20:30
Award-winning service
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Magellan Awards Gold Winner 2025
FT 1000: Europe's Fastest Growing Companies - Top 300 Companies 2025
Uzakrota Travel Awards - World’s Leading Car Rental Website 2022
Travel & Hospitality Awards 2021
FT 1000: Europe's Fastest Growing Companies - Top 300 Companies 2021
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