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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 June 28, 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 28 June, 2026

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Our customers have rated their Hamilton Airport car rental booking experience 4.9/5
(30 reviews)
  • 06 Apr 2026

    Easy and simple

    dermarious h.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
    Christchurch Airport
    Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
  • 08 Apr 2026

    Ease of use, clear and easy to read website

    sam h.
    Booked: Toyota RAV-4 Hybrid or similar
    Wellington Airport
    Toyota RAV-4 Hybrid or similar
  • 02 Jun 2026

    Nice and easy

    shane t.
    Booked: Kia Stonic or similar
    Wellington Airport
    Kia Stonic or similar
  • 07 Mar 2026

    Seamless and simple

    neil w.
    Booked: Toyota Rav4 Gx Hybrid or similar
    Dunedin Airport
    Toyota Rav4 Gx Hybrid or similar
  • 09 Jun 2026

    Good

    jarrod b.
    Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
    Christchurch Airport
    Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
  • 22 Jun 2026

    Clear, easy to understand booking. Thankyou

    lisa f.
    Booked: Mystery Vehicle or similar
    Auckland Airport
    Mystery Vehicle or similar
  • 27 Mar 2026

    Easy and cheap

    michael d.
    Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similar
    Tauranga Airport
    Mitsubishi ASX or similar
  • 29 May 2026

    great

    brian w.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similar
    Christchurch Airport
    Toyota Corolla Hybrid 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 depotsFive car rental depots at Hamilton Airport.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Budget, Hertz and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available at Hamilton Airport

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

Kia vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa

    Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa

    8

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz, 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

    Avis, Budget

  • Mazda CX-30

    Mazda CX-30

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Mitsubishi Outlander

    Mitsubishi Outlander

    5

    5

    5 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz

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 RAV-4 Hybrid

    Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, 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

  • Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    Providers

    Budget

  • 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

28 Jun

$112

$117

Mon

29 Jun

$126

$142

Tue

30 Jun

$124

$140

Wed

01 Jul

$113

$174

Thu

02 Jul

$125

$140

Fri

03 Jul

$116

$140

Sat

04 Jul

$131

$139

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

28 Jun

$114

$119

Mon

29 Jun

$133

$145

Tue

30 Jun

$130

$144

Wed

01 Jul

$119

$192

Thu

02 Jul

$129

$144

Fri

03 Jul

$121

$144

Sat

04 Jul

$129

$142

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

28 Jun

$136

$141

Mon

29 Jun

$148

$202

Tue

30 Jun

$145

$324

Wed

01 Jul

$133

$198

Thu

02 Jul

$147

$160

Fri

03 Jul

$135

$160

Sat

04 Jul

$151

$160

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

28 Jun

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

29 Jun

$283

$297

Tue

30 Jun

$283

$297

Wed

01 Jul

$283

$313

Thu

02 Jul

$283

$311

Fri

03 Jul

$283

$311

Sat

04 Jul

$283

$311

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

28 Jun

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

29 Jun

$311

$325

Tue

30 Jun

$311

$325

Wed

01 Jul

$311

$343

Thu

02 Jul

$311

$340

Fri

03 Jul

$311

$340

Sat

04 Jul

$311

$340

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

28 Jun

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

29 Jun

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

Tue

30 Jun

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

Wed

01 Jul

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

Thu

02 Jul

$306

$336

Fri

03 Jul

$306

$336

Sat

04 Jul

$306

$336

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

28 Jun

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

29 Jun

$191

$201

Tue

30 Jun

$191

$201

Wed

01 Jul

$191

$220

Thu

02 Jul

$191

$210

Fri

03 Jul

$191

$210

Sat

04 Jul

$191

$210

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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 28 June, 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

    View details
    No reviewsMon–Fri 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM, Sat 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM

    Terminal Building (North Island), North Island

  • Budget Hamilton Airport

    Budget Hamilton Airport

    View details
    4.6 (5)Mon–Fri 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM, Sat 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM

    Terminal Building, North Island

  • Hertz Hamilton Airport

    Hertz Hamilton Airport

    View details
    No reviewsMon–Fri 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM, Sat 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM, Sun 9:30 AM - 9:00 PM

    Airport Road R D 3, Hamilton, North Island

  • Thrifty Hamilton Airport

    Thrifty Hamilton Airport

    View details
    No reviewsMon–Fri 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM, Sat 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM

    Airport Road, North Island

  • Thrifty Hamilton Airport

    Thrifty Hamilton Airport

    View details
    No reviewsMon–Fri 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM, Sat 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM

    Airport Road R D 3, Hamilton, North Island

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 5km away

Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car at Hamilton Airport

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

    Prices start at NZD $113 per day for an Economy Car, up to NZD $343 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle at Hamilton Airport.

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

    If you’ve got a crowd, but don’t need something as large as a bus, then a 7-seater or 8-seater Minivan hire might be your best option. A Minivan costs NZD $306 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates at Hamilton Airport.

  • What is the highest-rated hire car at Hamilton Airport?

    The highest-rated rental car at Hamilton Airport is Hyundai i30 or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

  • What is the highest-rated car hire provider at Hamilton Airport?

    Budget is the highest-rated car hire provider at Hamilton Airport, based on ratings by our customers.

  • 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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