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Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
5
€41.18
per day
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Kia Sportage
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
€52.13
per day
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Kia Seltos
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
€53.51
per day
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Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar Premium SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
€50.46
per day
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Toyota Corolla Cross
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
€52.55
per day
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Kia Niro
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
€52.82
per day
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Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
5
€53.94
per day
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Toyota Hiace
or similar Premium Van
Automatic
12
A/C
5
€111.11
per day
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 03:24 on 31/10/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest Car Hire Rates
- Most Popular Car Hire Deals
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Airport information
- Top 3 locations near Gisborne Airport
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Gisborne Airport and for how long?
- Car hire information
- Most popular car models of suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: 28 Oct 2026)
- Car Hire Statistics
- Top 5 suppliers at Gisborne Airport in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English, Samoan
Currency
NZD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Dialing code
+64
Average car hire price
€58 per day
Average car hire length
8 days
Speed limit within city centre
30–50 km/h
or
19–31 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
80–100 km/h
or
50–62 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average petrol price
€1.42 per litre or €5.38 per gallon
Lowest petrol price
€1.26 per litre or €4.77 per gallon
Highest petrol price
€1.47 per litre or €5.56 per gallon
Score
10 / 10
Airport information
Name
Gisborne Airport (GIS)
IATA
GIS
ICAO
NZGS
Overall rating
4.4 / 10
Getting to the airport
6.0
Check-in and departures
6.0
Facilities and services
4.7
Wi-Fi
2.0
Dining and car hire services
4.0
Lounge
4.0
Top 3 locations near Gisborne Airport
- Christchurch Airportstarting at €7.97 per day704.1 km / 437.51 miles
- Dunedin Airportstarting at €24.36 per day1,029.4 km / 639.64 miles
- Queenstown Airportstarting at €9.96 per day1,040.9 km / 646.79 miles
Map of top car rental locations
A
Ezi Car Rental
Gisborne Airport Aerodrome Road, Awapuni, Gisborne
B
Thrifty
Gisborne airport, Aerodrome Rd
C
Dollar
Gisborne Airport
D
Hertz
Gisborne-Awapuni Regional Airport, Aerodrome Road, Awapuni, Gisborne 4071
E
Firefly
Aerodrome Rd
When to book at Gisborne Airport and for how long?
In which month is car hire at Gisborne Airport the most affordable?
Prices for hiring a car at Gisborne Airport fluctuate depending on the time of year. This table and graph can help you find the best bargain.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthMarch | Most expensive month January | ||
| Average price €35 | A good deal €49 | Cheapest supplier Ezi Car Rental | Cheapest car type Medium cars |
Average price for hiring a car per day at Gisborne Airport
€60
€30
€0
€54
in January
Jan
€39
in February
Feb
€30
in March
Mar
€44
in April
Apr
€36
in May
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
€42
in October
Oct
Nov
€39
in December
Dec
The best month to hire a car at Gisborne Airport is March — when the average price for a hire is €30.20 per day. This is 15% less than the yearly average and 44% less than hiring a car in January (when the average price is €54.12 per day).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
What time of year sees the highest demand for car hire at Gisborne Airport?
Given the number of users searching for a car at Gisborne Airport, there is a higher probability of travellers hiring a car in December in comparison to hiring a car in in May.
Monthly Car Hire Searches at Gisborne Airport Compared to the Yearly Average
2.6
1.3
0
1.8 times in January
Jan
Same as average in February
Feb
0.4 times in March
Mar
0.6 times in April
Apr
0.2 times in May
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
0.6 times in October
Oct
Nov
2.4 times in December
Dec
For how long do most travellers hire cars for at Gisborne Airport?
How long travellers keep their hire cars varies by the time of year: in December the average hire period is 12 days, while in April, the average hire period is only 4 days.
Average number of hire days at Gisborne Airport
13
7
0
8 days in January
Jan
5 days in February
Feb
5 days in March
Mar
4 days in April
Apr
9 days in May
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
8 days in October
Oct
Nov
12 days in December
Dec
Car hire information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Ezi Car Rental, Thrifty, Hertz, Budget, Dollar |
| 🚗 Popular car types | SUVs, small cars, medium cars, large cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | €41 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Ezi Car Rental |
Most popular car models of suppliers
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ezi Car Rental | Toyota RAV4 | 5 | SUV |
| Ezi Car Rental | Mitsubishi Outlander | 5 | SUV |
| Thrifty | Suzuki Swift | 4 | Small car |
| Ezi Car Rental | Toyota Corolla | 5 | Medium car |
| Thrifty | Kia Sportage | 5 | SUV |
| Hertz | Mitsubishi Outlander | 5 | SUV |
| Budget | Suzuki Swift | 4 | Small car |
| Thrifty | Mitsubishi Outlander | 5 | SUV |
| Ezi Car Rental | Ford Puma | 5 | Small car |
| Hertz | Toyota Corolla | 4 | Medium car |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: 28 Oct 2026)
Prices are lowest during March, starting at €30 for an Economy car and highest in January, when economy cars start at €54. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month at Gisborne Airport is December, while the least popular month is May.
Gisborne Airport hosts: Ezi Car Rental, Thrifty, Dollar, Hertz, Firefly. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Yes, most companies at Gisborne 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 Gisborne Airport typically operate from 08:00-18:00.
Picking up a rental car at Gisborne Airport (GIS) is typically 14.45% more expensive than at Gisborne Downtown due to airport surcharges. Offices downtown may have lower base rates. Compare both options when booking, keeping in mind the transport cost of reaching the downtown location.
Car Hire Statistics
Highest-rated company
Ezi Car Rental (rated 8.9 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Firefly (rated 8.3 / 10)
Total number of reviews
1
Total rental companies
5
Average daily price
€58
Lowest daily price
€41
Total cars available
34
Top 5 suppliers at Gisborne Airport in 2026
Ezi Car Rental
8.9
Very Good
4 ratings
Value for money
9.0
Ease of finding
8.4
Agent helpfulness
9.3
Pick-up speed
8.2
Drop-off speed
8.5
Car cleanliness
9.4
Car condition
9.5
€41–€54
per day
Gisborne Airport Aerodrome Road, Awapuni, Gisborne
+640800545000 / +6433592721
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:30
Tue
08:00-17:30
Wed
08:00-17:30
Thu
08:00-17:30
Fri
08:00-17:30
Sat
09:30-15:00
Sun
09:00-17:00
Thrifty
8.8
Very Good
3 ratings
Value for money
8.8
Ease of finding
8.3
Agent helpfulness
9.2
Pick-up speed
8.1
Drop-off speed
8.3
Car cleanliness
9.3
Car condition
9.3
€51–€74
per day
Gisborne airport, Aerodrome Rd
+640800737070
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Tue
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Wed
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Thu
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Fri
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Sat
08:00-18:00
Sun
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
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
€53–€59
per day
Gisborne Airport
+64800243789
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Tue
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Wed
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Thu
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Fri
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Sat
08:00-18:00
Sun
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Hertz
8.6
Very Good
4 ratings
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.4
Agent helpfulness
8.8
Pick-up speed
8.2
Drop-off speed
8.4
Car cleanliness
9.1
Car condition
9.1
€50–€111
per day
Gisborne-Awapuni Regional Airport, Aerodrome Road, Awapuni, Gisborne 4071
+64068679348
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Tue
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Wed
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Thu
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Fri
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Sat
08:00-18:00
Sun
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
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
Aerodrome Rd
068679348
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Tue
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Wed
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Thu
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Fri
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
Sat
08:00-18:00
Sun
08:00-18:00; 19:30-20:30
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