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Car rental rates at Invercargill Airport

Invercargill Airport (IVC) is situated on the far southern coast of New Zealand’s South Island, and serves Air New Zealand flights to Christchurch / Ōtautahi and Wellington / Te Whanganui a Tara, alongwith Stewart Island Flights to Oban. The airport is only three kilometres from downtown Invercargill.


Search and compare the best rates on Invercargill 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 February 18, 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 18 February, 2026

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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think

Our customers have rated their Invercargill Airport car rental booking experience 4.9/5
(65 reviews)
  • 11 Feb 2026

    Quick no fuss

    jeffrey g.
    Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similar
    Wellington Airport
    Mitsubishi ASX or similar
  • 09 Jan 2026

    so far so good, easy website

    barry d.
    Booked: Mazda 3 or similar
    Napier Airport
    Mazda 3 or similar
  • 06 Jan 2026

    very easy to negotiate

    ngaire v.
    Booked: Toyota Yaris Gx Hybrid or similar
    Auckland International Airport
    Toyota Yaris Gx Hybrid or similar
  • 19 Nov 2025

    Not totally happy. Request was for a Toyota Corolla or similar, as these are good cars. We went with East Coast Rentals. They said a Corolla was not available. We were given a Cherry (a red one). I walked around the ECR lot and found only one Corolla (a hybrid), amongst 80 cars. I don't think that they run petrol Corollas. Do not advertise them. VVV quoted 1 X$12 for an extra driver, while ECR added $60. We challenged them. ECR said that it might be on VVV website , but ECR have updated their website (?? isn't this automatic administrative?) ECR backed down immediately, which makes me think that it was opportunistic at 6.30 pm and we wanted to get going. The front line staff were great. After 12 days the Cherry went well, which means it was a lot better than the MG3 that we had as a Corolla or similar from another car rental company. We will be back, but a bit more wary and selective. Regards

    neal v.
    Booked: Mitsubishi Eclipse or similar
    Queenstown Airport
    Mitsubishi Eclipse or similar
  • 06 Jan 2026

    quick and easy

    neil w.
    Booked: Mazda 3 or similar
    Queenstown Airport
    Mazda 3 or similar
  • 21 Oct 2025

    Easy navigation

    gloria n.
    Booked: Kia Seltos or similar
    Gisborne Airport
    Kia Seltos or similar
  • 05 Jan 2026

    Very quick and easy,good prices

    fiona f.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
    Auckland Airport
    Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
  • 29 Jan 2026

    Easy website

    adam s.
    Booked: Toyota C-HR or similar
    Auckland International Airport
    Toyota C-HR or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Invercargill Airport

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), SUV and Sport.
🔑 No. of depotsEight car rental depots at Invercargill Airport.
✅ Rental brandsAlamo, Apex, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Ezi, Hertz and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available at Invercargill Airport

Ford vehicles for hire at Invercargill Airport

  • Ford Everest

    Ford Everest

    7

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Ford Puma Hybrid

    Ford Puma HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    2 large

    Providers

    Ezi

  • Ford Ranger Wildtrak

    Ford Ranger Wildtrak

    5

    4

    4 large, 6 small

    Providers

    Enterprise, Alamo

Kia vehicles for hire at Invercargill 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

  • Kia Stonic

    Kia Stonic

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Mazda vehicles for hire at Invercargill Airport

  • Mazda 3

    Mazda 3

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget, Avis

  • Mazda CX-30

    Mazda CX-30

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Avis

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire at Invercargill Airport

  • Mitsubishi ASX

    Mitsubishi ASX

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Alamo, Enterprise

  • Mitsubishi Outlander

    Mitsubishi Outlander

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Budget, Avis, Thrifty, Hertz

  • Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.

    Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.

    7

    5

    1 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Ezi

Polestar vehicles for hire at Invercargill Airport

  • Polestar 2

    Polestar 2Electric

    5

    4

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Skoda vehicles for hire at Invercargill Airport

  • Skoda Kodiaq

    Skoda Kodiaq

    7

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Suzuki vehicles for hire at Invercargill Airport

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    5

    4

    1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Toyota vehicles for hire at Invercargill Airport

  • Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Alamo, Enterprise, Ezi

  • Toyota Rav4

    Toyota Rav4Hybrid

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Toyota Rav4 AWD

    Toyota Rav4 AWD

    5

    5

    3 large

    Providers

    Ezi

  • Toyota Rav4 Hybrid

    Toyota Rav4 HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    5 small

    Providers

    Avis

Other vehicles for hire at Invercargill Airport

  • 12 Seat Bus

    12 Seat Bus

    12

    4

    12 large

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy

    Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

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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

Invercargill Airport daily rate data

Price range over the past 12 months for a economy car

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

18 Feb

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

19 Feb

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

20 Feb

$150

$156

Sat

21 Feb

$150

$156

Sun

22 Feb

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Limited availability

Mon

23 Feb

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

24 Feb

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.

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Price range over the past 12 months for a intermediate SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

18 Feb

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

19 Feb

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

20 Feb

$163

$168

Sat

21 Feb

$163

$385

Sun

22 Feb

$378

$385

Mon

23 Feb

$347

$354

Tue

24 Feb

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

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

18 Feb

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

19 Feb

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

20 Feb

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

Sat

21 Feb

$522

$540

Sun

22 Feb

$533

$540

Mon

23 Feb

$522

$529

Tue

24 Feb

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

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

18 Feb

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

19 Feb

$302

$302

Fri

20 Feb

$155

$155

Sat

21 Feb

$155

$278

Sun

22 Feb

$155

$155

Mon

23 Feb

$278

$302

Tue

24 Feb

$302

$302

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

18 Feb

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

19 Feb

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

20 Feb

$297

$297

Sat

21 Feb

$297

$297

Sun

22 Feb

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

23 Feb

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

24 Feb

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

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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 18 February, 2026

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

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

Invercargill Airport terminal

  • Domestic Terminal

    Invercargill Airport has a single passenger terminal serving domestic flights. As the airport only has one terminal, there is no need to worry about getting between terminals.

Pick up instructions

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

    Domestic Terminal

    On airport
    The on-airport car desks are located in the terminal next to the main exit doors and 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 in the rental car park, a short walk from the terminal.
    Off airport
    If you booked with an off-airport provider, you’ll need to catch a shuttle to the car rental provider’s premises near the airport.

  • 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.

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Returning a hire car at Invercargill Airport

  • On-airport

    To return your on-airport hire car, park in the rental car park area at Invercargill Airport — it is just outside the terminal.

    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.

  • Off-airport

    For off-airport car rentals, there will be a courtesy shuttle to take you to and from the terminal building.

    For Apex you will need to return your hire car to the Apex office located 73 Airport Avenue, Invercargill Airport.

Car rental depots at Invercargill Airport

Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.

  • Alamo Invercargill Airport

    Alamo Invercargill Airport

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    No reviewsMon–Sun 8:00–17:00

    Terminal Building, Invercargill Airport, North Island

  • Apex Invercargill Airport

    Apex Invercargill Airport

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    4.7 (7)Mon–Fri 08:00–16:30, Sat–Sun Closed

    73 Airport Ave, South Island

  • Avis Invercargill Airport

    Avis Invercargill Airport

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    No reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–20:30, Sat 10:00–18:30, Sun 10:00–20:30

    73 Airport Avenue (South Island), South Island

  • Budget Invercargill Airport

    Budget Invercargill Airport

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    No reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–20:30, Sat 08:00–18:30, Sun 09:00–20:30

    79 Airport Ave, South Island

  • Enterprise Invercargill Airport

    Enterprise Invercargill Airport

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    3.0 (2)Mon–Sun 8:00–17:00

    Terminal Building, Invercargill Airport, North Island

  • Ezi Invercargill Airport

    Ezi Invercargill Airport

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    4.8 (7)Mon–Sun 07:30–18:00

    Airport Avenue, South Island

  • Hertz Invercargill Airport

    Hertz Invercargill Airport

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    No reviewsMon–Fri 07:30–20:30, Sat 10:00–18:00, Sun 10:00–20:30

    92 Airport Ave, Invercargill, North Island

  • Thrifty Invercargill Airport

    Thrifty Invercargill Airport

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    No reviewsMon–Fri 07:30–20:30, Sat 10:00–18:00, Sun 10:00–20:30

    92 Airport Ave, Invercargill, North Island

Nearby Invercargill 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 — Invercargill Airport, here’s a selection of hire car depots to choose from.

Info. Approximate distance calculated from Invercargill Airport

Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car at Invercargill Airport

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

    Prices start at NZD $150 per day for an Economy Car, up to NZD $297 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle at Invercargill Airport.

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

    The highest-rated rental car at Invercargill Airport is Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

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

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

  • Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental at Invercargill 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 Invercargill 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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