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Car rental rates at Hamilton Airport

Hamilton Airport (HLZ) is located in the centre of the North Island of New Zealand, a 15-minute drive from Hamilton / Kirikiriroa. Air New Zealand, Originair and Sunair fly to cities and towns around New Zealand from Hamilton Airport. If you’re looking to rent a car around the Cambridge area, Hamilton Airport is a pickup location worth considering.


Search and compare the best rates on Hamilton Airport car rentals with VroomVroomVroom. Book today, and you’ll have a vehicle waiting for you from the moment you touch the ground.

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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on October 11, 2026 by a New Zealand resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.

Rates are in NZD and were last updated on 11 October, 2026

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Our customers have rated their Hamilton Airport car rental booking experience 4.7/5
(53 reviews)
  • 05 Aug 2026

    magic well done Vroom, best car booking site on the planet !

    matthew t.
    Booked: Toyota Yaris or similar
    Christchurch International Airport
    Toyota Yaris or similar
  • 10 Sep 2026

    SIMPLY AND EASY AND CLEAR

    bernard w.
    Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similar
    Christchurch Airport
    Mazda CX-30 or similar
  • 22 Aug 2026

    Always easy.

    dorothy a.
    Booked: Kia Seltos or similar
    Auckland Airport
    Kia Seltos or similar
  • 15 Aug 2026

    Easy

    chris m.
    Booked: Toyota RAV 4 AWD Hybrid or similar
    Wellington Airport
    Toyota RAV 4 AWD Hybrid or similar
  • 11 Sep 2026

    easy process

    philip h.
    Booked: Kia Seltos or similar
    Wellington Airport
    Kia Seltos or similar
  • 03 Oct 2026

    Easy to compare, and I like the map to check where the rental locations are

    jack g.
    Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similar
    Auckland City
    Mitsubishi ASX or similar
  • 21 Aug 2026

    So easy, thanks guys for taking away that one little stressor

    allison b.
    Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similar
    Queenstown Airport
    Mitsubishi ASX or similar
  • 28 Jun 2026

    Very easy

    pat a.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
    Queenstown Airport
    Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Hamilton Airport

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Commercial Van/Truck, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), SUV and Sport.
🔑 No. of depotsFour car rental depots at Hamilton Airport.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Budget, Hertz and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available at Hamilton Airport

Popular rental car models at Hamilton Airport last month

  • % of Bookings
    Price range last month

  • 1

    17%

    337
    337
    Kia Seltos

    Kia SeltosCompact SUV

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 2

    17%

    328
    328
    Kia Sportage

    Kia SportageIntermediate SUV

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 3

    17%

    133
    133
    Kia Stonic

    Kia StonicCompact Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 4

    17%

    117
    117
    Mazda 3

    Mazda 3Compact Car

    5

    5

    2 small

    Rent with

    Budget

  • 5

    17%

    409
    409
    Mazda CX-30

    Mazda CX-30Compact SUV

    5

    5

    3 small

    Rent with

    Budget

Ford vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Ford Everest

    Ford Everest

    7

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Hyundai vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Hyundai Santa Fe

    Hyundai Santa Fe

    7

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID

    HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRIDHybrid

    7

    4

    4 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

Kia vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Kia Carnival

    Kia Carnival

    8

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa

    Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa

    8

    5

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Kia Niro Hybrid

    Kia Niro HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Seltos

    Kia Seltos

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Stonic

    Kia Stonic

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Mazda vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Mazda 3

    Mazda 3

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Avis

  • Mazda CX-30

    Mazda CX-30

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Budget, Avis

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Mitsubishi Outlander

    Mitsubishi Outlander

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz, Avis, Budget

Polestar vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Polestar 2

    Polestar 2Electric

    5

    4

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Skoda vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Skoda Kodiaq

    Skoda Kodiaq

    7

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty

Suzuki vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    5

    4

    1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Toyota vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Toyota Kluger Hybrid

    Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid

    7

    4

    4 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

  • Toyota RAV-4 Hybrid

    Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • TOYOTA RAV-4 HYBRID

    TOYOTA RAV-4 HYBRIDHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

Other vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • 12 Seat Bus

    12 Seat Bus

    12

    4

    12 large

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • 7 Cubic Metre Van

    7 Cubic Metre Van

    2

    2

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy

    Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

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“Or similar” refers to how our rental providers classify cars. Please be advised they cannot guarantee that a specific car model will be available. Partners categorise similar models into “vehicle groups” and confirm availability on this basis. Our team are available to contact the depot on your behalf where you are picking up your vehicle to enquire what models are available under the vehicle group you booked. Please contact customer support for further information.

Vehicle models are subject to provider availability

Hamilton Airport daily rate data

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Oct

$129

$313

Mon

12 Oct

$175

$238

Tue

13 Oct

$182

$195

Wed

14 Oct

$125

$195

Thu

15 Oct

$173

$243

Fri

16 Oct

$135

$178

Sat

17 Oct

$102

$260

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Oct

$131

$328

Mon

12 Oct

$182

$270

Tue

13 Oct

$192

$221

Wed

14 Oct

$131

$270

Thu

15 Oct

$182

$270

Fri

16 Oct

$142

$167

Sat

17 Oct

$107

$274

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Oct

$203

$394

Mon

12 Oct

$229

$353

Tue

13 Oct

$223

$239

Wed

14 Oct

$152

$291

Thu

15 Oct

$212

$346

Fri

16 Oct

$166

$259

Sat

17 Oct

$138

$353

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Oct

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Mon

12 Oct

$201

$257

Tue

13 Oct

$201

$257

Wed

14 Oct

$201

$326

Thu

15 Oct

$201

$257

Fri

16 Oct

$201

$257

Sat

17 Oct

$201

$257

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Oct

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Mon

12 Oct

$221

$269

Tue

13 Oct

$221

$269

Wed

14 Oct

$221

$342

Thu

15 Oct

$221

$269

Fri

16 Oct

$221

$269

Sat

17 Oct

$221

$269

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Oct

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Mon

12 Oct

$306

$340

Tue

13 Oct

$306

$327

Wed

14 Oct

$305

$336

Thu

15 Oct

$306

$340

Fri

16 Oct

$306

$327

Sat

17 Oct

$306

$336

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Oct

There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.

Limited availability

Mon

12 Oct

$290

$328

Tue

13 Oct

$290

$310

Wed

14 Oct

$261

$310

Thu

15 Oct

$290

$328

Fri

16 Oct

$290

$310

Sat

17 Oct

$290

$319

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Historical daily rate pricing information is data from actual bookings made using our search engine in the previous 12 months.

Next 7 days rates are obtained from searches in our reservation system for a 3 day rental duration, by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am on the indicated pick up date. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice.

Prices are in NZD and include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.

While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.

Rates are in NZD and were last updated on 11 October, 2026

How do I pick up a rental car at Hamilton Airport?

There is one terminal and a range of on-site car rental brands to select from at Hamilton Airport. See below for clear instructions on how to find Hamilton Airport’s car hire desks and where to pick up your rental car.

Hamilton Airport terminal

  • Hamilton Airport Terminal

    Hamilton Airport has a single passenger terminal with two floors for domestic flights. As the airport only has the one terminal building, there is no need to worry about getting between terminals.

Pick up instructions

  • Is your rental company desk on-airport or off-airport?

    On airport
    The on-airport hire car desks in Hamilton Airport are located on the ground floor of the terminal, opposite the baggage claim area.

  • Finalise your rental agreement and collect keys

    Once you are at the hire car company desk, you’ll need to finalise your rental agreement and collect your vehicle keys.

  • Head to the designated car park to pick up your car

    Domestic Terminal

    On airport
    The on-airport hire cars are parked just outside the terminal, a short walking distance away.

  • What should I do if the desk is unattended?

    Hopefully the car rental company has left a sign with instructions or a contact number. In this situation, use the number they have provided and let them know that you have arrived or follow the directions out to the car park where a rental attendant will help you.

    If there is no sign, check your booking confirmation email for a contact phone number.

    If you still have no luck finding assistance, contact us. Don’t be alarmed. It’s not unusual to see unmanned desks, and rest assured there’s usually someone who can help out in the car park where the rental cars are located.

    We'll be right back

Returning a hire car at Hamilton Airport

  • Domestic Terminal

    To return your on-airport hire car, park in the rental car park area at Hamilton Airport.

    Return your keys to the desk, and if the desk is unattended, or for after-hours returns, place the keys in the drop box located at the counter.

Car rental depots at Hamilton Airport

Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.

  • Avis Hamilton Airport

    Avis Hamilton Airport

    N/A

    Terminal Building (North Island)

    Mon–Fri 07:30–20:30, Sat 10:00–19:00, Sun 10:00–20:30
  • Budget Hamilton Airport

    Budget Hamilton Airport

    4.6 (5)

    Terminal Building

    Mon–Fri 07:30–20:30, Sat 10:00–19:00, Sun 10:00–20:30
  • Hertz Hamilton Airport

    Hertz Hamilton Airport

    N/A

    Airport Road R D 3, Hamilton

    Mon–Fri 07:00–20:30, Sat 09:30–18:00, Sun 09:30–20:30
  • Thrifty Hamilton Airport

    Thrifty Hamilton Airport

    N/A

    Airport Road R D 3, Hamilton

    Mon–Fri 07:00–20:30, Sat 09:30–18:00, Sun 09:30–20:30

Nearby Hamilton Airport

Organising to pick up your hire car from the airport is great for convenience, but can cost more. If you’re looking for a rental car depot that is close to — but not at — Hamilton Airport, here’s a selection of hire car depots to choose from.

Info. Approximate distance calculated from Hamilton Airport
Hamilton
Hamilton10 km north west

Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car at Hamilton Airport

  • How much does it cost to hire a car at Hamilton Airport?

    For a 3-day rental with pickup between 12 and 18 October 2026, prices range from NZD $102 per day for an Economy car to NZD $201 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle at Hamilton Airport.

  • What is the cheapest car rental at Hamilton Airport?

    The cheapest car rental at Hamilton Airport is an Economy car from NZD $102 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 12 and 18 October 2026. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from New Zealand’s most respected rental car providers.

  • What is the best way to rent a cheap car at Hamilton Airport?

    Booking your hire car at Hamilton Airport 12 days beforehand can save you over 12 per cent, based on our own daily rate checks.

  • How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover at Hamilton Airport?

    A minivan hired at Hamilton Airport starts from NZD $306 per day before any added extras, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 12 and 18 October 2026. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental at Hamilton Airport.

  • What is the best car rental company at Hamilton Airport?

    Budget is our highest-rated car hire provider at Hamilton Airport, scoring an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on actual bookings by our customers.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company at Hamilton Airport?

    Thrifty is the cheapest car rental company at Hamilton Airport, with rates from NZD $102 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 12 and 18 October 2026. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from New Zealand’s most respected rental car providers.

  • Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental at Hamilton Airport?

    The per-day rates of some rental cars may fall if you book for a longer rental period. Prices often change around daily, three-day, five-day and seven-day periods. Also, note that the selection of rental cars available at Hamilton Airport may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so it’s best to compare a few different booking durations first.

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