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  • Alamo
  • Apex
  • Avis
  • Budget
  • Enterprise
  • Hertz
  • Thrifty

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 October 16, 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 16 October, 2026

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Our customers have rated their Invercargill Airport car rental booking experience 4.9/5
(53 reviews)
  • 23 Sep 2026

    The price

    andrew m.
    Booked: Kia Sportage or similar
    Queenstown Airport
    Kia Sportage or similar
  • 01 Sep 2026

    Site is easy to navigate and understand

    bruce r.
    Booked: Kia Stonic or similar
    Blenheim Airport
    Kia Stonic or similar
  • 27 Jul 2026

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    kevin m.
    Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similar
    Queenstown Airport
    Mitsubishi ASX or similar
  • 14 Sep 2026

    trouble free

    james a.
    Booked: Kia Sportage or similar
    Auckland Airport
    Kia Sportage or similar
  • 28 Jun 2026

    Very easy

    pat a.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
    Queenstown Airport
    Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
  • 29 Aug 2026

    Easy and great site to compare.

    michael b.
    Booked: Kia Seltos or similar
    Auckland Airport
    Kia Seltos or similar
  • 29 Jun 2026

    Vroom is a brilliant website

    perry l.
    Booked: Mazda 3 or similar
    Auckland Airport
    Mazda 3 or similar
  • 22 Sep 2026

    easy

    andrew m.
    Booked: Kia Stonic or similar
    Auckland Downtown
    Kia Stonic 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 depotsSeven car rental depots at Invercargill Airport.
✅ Rental brandsAlamo, Apex, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available at Invercargill Airport

Popular rental car models at Invercargill Airport last month

  • % of Bookings
    Price range last month

  • 1

    33%

    80
    86
    Kia Stonic

    Kia StonicCompact Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 2

    17%

    219
    219
    Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa

    Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota PreviaFullsize Passenger Van

    8

    5

    2 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 3

    17%

    109
    109
    Mitsubishi ASX

    Mitsubishi ASXCompact SUV

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Alamo

  • 4

    17%

    183
    183
    Mitsubishi Outlander (I)

    Mitsubishi Outlander (I)Intermediate SUV

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Hertz

  • 5

    17%

    100
    100
    Toyota Yaris

    Toyota YarisEconomy Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Alamo

Ford vehicles for hire at Invercargill Airport

  • Ford Everest

    Ford Everest

    7

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz, Avis, Budget

Hyundai vehicles for hire at Invercargill Airport

  • Hyundai Santa Fe

    Hyundai Santa Fe

    7

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

Kia vehicles for hire at Invercargill 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 Invercargill 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 Invercargill Airport

  • Mitsubishi ASX

    Mitsubishi ASX

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Alamo, Enterprise

  • Mitsubishi Outlander

    Mitsubishi Outlander

    5

    5

    5 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz

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

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

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Alamo, Enterprise

  • Toyota Kluger Hybrid

    Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid

    7

    5

    4 large, 2 small

    Providers

    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

  • Toyota Yaris

    Toyota YarisHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Alamo, Enterprise

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

    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

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

16 Oct

$187

$280

Sat

17 Oct

$246

$257

Sun

18 Oct

$246

$246

Mon

19 Oct

$50

$286

Tue

20 Oct

$70

$70

Wed

21 Oct

$50

$286

Thu

22 Oct

$60

$275

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

16 Oct

$52

$298

Sat

17 Oct

$55

$263

Sun

18 Oct

$55

$223

Mon

19 Oct

$52

$298

Tue

20 Oct

$80

$83

Wed

21 Oct

$52

$293

Thu

22 Oct

$70

$330

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

16 Oct

$240

$376

Sat

17 Oct

$315

$324

Sun

18 Oct

$315

$324

Mon

19 Oct

$354

$380

Tue

20 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

Wed

21 Oct

$337

$362

Thu

22 Oct

$296

$355

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

16 Oct

$300

$329

Sat

17 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

Sun

18 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

19 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

Tue

20 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

Wed

21 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

Thu

22 Oct

$314

$314

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

16 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

Sat

17 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

Sun

18 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

19 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

Tue

20 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

Wed

21 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

Thu

22 Oct

$249

$259

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

16 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

Sat

17 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

Sun

18 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

19 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

Tue

20 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

Wed

21 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

Thu

22 Oct

$298

$328

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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 16 October, 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.

    We'll be right back

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

    N/A

    Terminal Building, Invercargill Airport

    Mon–Sun 08:00–17:00
  • Apex Invercargill Airport

    Apex Invercargill Airport

    4.7 (7)

    73 Airport Ave

    Mon–Fri 08:00–16:30, closed w/e
  • Avis Invercargill Airport

    Avis Invercargill Airport

    N/A

    73 Airport Avenue (South Island)

    Mon–Fri 08:00–20:30, Sat 10:00–18:30, Sun 09:00–20:30
  • Budget Invercargill Airport

    Budget Invercargill Airport

    N/A

    79 Airport Ave

    Mon–Fri 08:00–20:30, Sat 10:00–18:30, Sun 09:00–20:30
  • Enterprise Invercargill Airport

    Enterprise Invercargill Airport

    5.0 (1)

    Terminal Building, Invercargill Airport

    Mon–Sun 08:00–17:00
  • Hertz Invercargill Airport

    Hertz Invercargill Airport

    N/A

    92 Airport Ave, Invercargill

    Mon–Fri 08:00–20:30, Sat 10:00–18:00, Sun 10:00–20:30
  • Thrifty Invercargill Airport

    Thrifty Invercargill Airport

    5.0 (3)

    92 Airport Avenue

    Mon–Fri 07:30–20:30, Sat 10:00–18:00, Sun 10:00–20:30

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?

    For a 3-day rental with pickup between 17 and 23 October 2026, prices range from NZD $51 per day for an Economy car to NZD $314 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle at Invercargill Airport.

  • What is the cheapest car rental at Invercargill Airport?

    The cheapest car rental at Invercargill Airport is an Economy car from NZD $51 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 17 and 23 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 Invercargill Airport?

    Booking your hire car at Invercargill Airport 12 days beforehand can save you over 15 per cent, based on our own daily rate checks.

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

    A minivan hired at Invercargill Airport starts from NZD $228 per day before any added extras, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 17 and 23 October 2026. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental at Invercargill Airport.

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

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

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

    Alamo is the cheapest car rental company at Invercargill Airport, with rates from NZD $51 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 17 and 23 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 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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