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Great value rental cars from Hamilton Airport’s most trusted car hire providers

  • Avis
  • Budget
  • Ezi
  • Hertz
  • Thrifty

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.

  • ThriftyEconomy Car
    Economy Car

    From NZD $57/day

    for 23 May - 26 May 2025
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  • ThriftyCompact Car
    Compact Car

    From NZD $59/day

    for 23 May - 26 May 2025
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  • ThriftyCompact SUV
    Compact SUV

    From NZD $60/day

    for 23 May - 26 May 2025
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  • ThriftyIntermediate SUV
    Intermediate SUV

    From NZD $67/day

    for 23 May - 26 May 2025
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  • ThriftyStandard Elite Sport
    Standard Elite Sport

    From NZD $68/day

    for 23 May - 26 May 2025
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  • EziPremium SUV
    Premium SUV

    From NZD $90/day

    for 20 May - 23 May 2025
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Showing 6 of 10 offers

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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on May 19, 2025 by an Australian 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 19 May, 2025

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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think

Our customers have rated their Hamilton Airport car rental booking experience 4.5/5
(60 reviews)
  • 05 Mar 2025

    Good

    ajith p.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Hamilton Airport
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 10 Apr 2025

    Awesome

    reon n.
    Booked: Mystery Car or similar
    Auckland International Airport
    Mystery Car or similar
  • 22 Jan 2025

    Easy

    nicola p.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similar
    Auckland Int. AP (until 3/31)
    Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similar
  • 08 Feb 2025

    Easy and comprehensive

    warwick m.
    Booked: Kia Carnival - 8 Seat van or similar
    Auckland Airport International
    Kia Carnival - 8 Seat van or similar
  • 22 Apr 2025

    Quick and easy

    graeme m.
    Booked: Hyundai Kona or similar
    Tauranga Airport
    Hyundai Kona or similar
  • 21 Mar 2025

    It was easy and simple.

    werner w.
    Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similar
    Queenstown Airport
    Mitsubishi ASX or similar
  • 03 Mar 2025

    Super easy to book

    paul w.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Gisborne Airport
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 11 Feb 2025

    Good

    john p.
    Booked: Mystery Car - Petrol/diesel/ev or similar
    Wellington Airport
    Mystery Car - Petrol/diesel/ev 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, Ezi, 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

    25%

    150
    196
    Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki SwiftEconomy Car

    5

    4

    1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 2

    17%

    83
    135
    Mitsubishi Eclipse

    Mitsubishi EclipseIntermediate SUV

    5

    5

    3 large

    Rent with

    Ezi

  • 3

    17%

    146
    156
    Ford Escape Hybrid A.W.D.

    Ford Escape Hybrid A.W.D.Fullsize SUV

    5

    5

    3 large

    Rent with

    Ezi

  • 4

    8%

    70
    70
    Kia Seltos

    Kia SeltosCompact SUV

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 5

    8%

    255
    255
    Kia Sportage

    Kia SportageIntermediate SUV

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Hertz

Ford vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Ford Escape Hybrid A.W.D.

    Ford Escape Hybrid A.W.D.

    5

    5

    3 large

    Providers

    Ezi

    Ford Everest

    Ford Everest

    7

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Ford Focus Hybrid

    Ford Focus HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large

    Providers

    Ezi

    Ford Puma Hybrid

    Ford Puma HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    2 large

    Providers

    Ezi

Hyundai vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Hyundai Ioniq

    Hyundai Ioniq

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

    Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid

    Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

  • Hyundai Kona

    Hyundai Kona

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

Kia vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa

    Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa

    8

    5

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    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

Mazda vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Mazda CX-5

    Mazda CX-5

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Mitsubishi ASX

    Mitsubishi ASX

    5

    4

    2 large

    Providers

    Ezi

    Mitsubishi Eclipse

    Mitsubishi Eclipse

    5

    5

    3 large

    Providers

    Ezi

  • Mitsubishi Outlander

    Mitsubishi Outlander

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.

    Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.

    7

    5

    1 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Ezi

Nissan vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Nissan X-Trail

    Nissan X-Trail

    5

    5

    5 small

    Providers

    Avis

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, Hertz

Suzuki vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    4

    4

    1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Tesla vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Polestar 2 - Tesla Model Y

    Polestar 2 - Tesla Model YElectric

    5

    4

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Toyota vehicles for hire at Hamilton Airport

  • Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz

    Toyota Hilux 4WD Canopy or Similar

    Toyota Hilux 4WD Canopy or Similar

    5

    4

    5 large, 5 small

    Providers

    Ezi

  • 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, Hertz

  • 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

Price range over the past 12 months for a small car

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 May

$68

$260

Tue

20 May

$68

$260

Wed

21 May

$63

$260

Thu

22 May

$62

$260

Fri

23 May

$57

$251

Sat

24 May

$62

$260

Sun

25 May

$63

$260

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 May

$66

$275

Tue

20 May

$66

$275

Wed

21 May

$66

$274

Thu

22 May

$65

$275

Fri

23 May

$60

$274

Sat

24 May

$65

$275

Sun

25 May

$66

$275

Price range over the past 12 months for a medium SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 May

$249

$353

Tue

20 May

$249

$353

Wed

21 May

$249

$324

Thu

22 May

$72

$353

Fri

23 May

$67

$295

Sat

24 May

$68

$353

Sun

25 May

$74

$353

Price range over the past 12 months for a large SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 May

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

20 May

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

21 May

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

22 May

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

Fri

23 May

$283

$333

Sat

24 May

$283

$333

Sun

25 May

$283

$333

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 May

$90

$364

Tue

20 May

$90

$364

Wed

21 May

$90

$364

Thu

22 May

$90

$364

Fri

23 May

$90

$364

Sat

24 May

$90

$364

Sun

25 May

$90

$364

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 May

$75

$286

Tue

20 May

$75

$286

Wed

21 May

$75

$286

Thu

22 May

$73

$286

Fri

23 May

$68

$286

Sat

24 May

$73

$286

Sun

25 May

$75

$286

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 May

$358

$358

Tue

20 May

$306

$358

Wed

21 May

$306

$358

Thu

22 May

$306

$358

Fri

23 May

$306

$358

Sat

24 May

$306

$358

Sun

25 May

$306

$358

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 May

$341

$341

Tue

20 May

$290

$341

Wed

21 May

$290

$341

Thu

22 May

$290

$341

Fri

23 May

$290

$341

Sat

24 May

$290

$341

Sun

25 May

$290

$341

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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 19 May, 2025

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

Car hire depots at Hamilton Airport are marked on the map below.

Opening hours are provided by the depots and are subject to change.
  • Avis Hamilton Airport

    On airport • Hamilton Airport Terminal

    Today •7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

    monday

    7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

    tuesday

    7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

    wednesday

    7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

    thursday

    7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

    friday

    7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

    saturday

    10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    sunday

    10:00 AM - 8:30 PM

  • Budget Hamilton Airport

    On airport • Hamilton Airport Terminal

    Today •7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

    monday

    7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

    tuesday

    7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

    wednesday

    7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

    thursday

    7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

    friday

    7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

    saturday

    10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    sunday

    10:00 AM - 8:30 PM

    4.55 • 4 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    4

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Ezi Hamilton Airport

    On airport • Hamilton Airport Terminal

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

    sunday

    Closed

    4.60 • 9 ratings

    5

    Service

    4

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Hertz Hamilton Airport

    On airport • Hamilton Airport Terminal

    Today •7:00 AM - 8:30 PM

    monday

    7:00 AM - 8:30 PM

    tuesday

    7:00 AM - 8:30 PM

    wednesday

    7:00 AM - 8:30 PM

    thursday

    7:00 AM - 8:30 PM

    friday

    7:00 AM - 8:30 PM

    saturday

    9:30 AM - 6:00 PM

    sunday

    9:30 AM - 9:00 PM

  • Thrifty Hamilton Airport

    On airport • Hamilton Airport Terminal

    Today •7:00 AM - 8:30 PM

    monday

    7:00 AM - 8:30 PM

    tuesday

    7:00 AM - 8:30 PM

    wednesday

    7:00 AM - 8:30 PM

    thursday

    7:00 AM - 8:30 PM

    friday

    7:00 AM - 8:30 PM

    saturday

    9:30 AM - 6:00 PM

    sunday

    9:30 AM - 9:00 PM

    5.00 • 4 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

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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 $57 per day for an Economy Car, up to NZD $364 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 an Electric Car at Hamilton Airport?

    If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs NZD $68 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car 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 Kona or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

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

    Thrifty 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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