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Car rental rates at New Plymouth Airport

New Plymouth Airport (NPL) is located on the west coast of New Zealand’s North Island and is 11 km from New Plymouth. A taxi ride between the two should take approximately 15 minutes. Other points of interest within easy reach of New Plymouth Airport include Wanganui and Taupō.


Getting on the road at New Plymouth Airport is easy with VroomVroomVroom. By using our easy to use search to find a competitive car hire rate from our selection of well respected car hire provider, you can book your car in as little as a couple of minutes.

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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on December 06, 2025 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 06 December, 2025

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Our customers have rated their New Plymouth Airport car rental booking experience 4.9/5
(39 reviews)
  • 05 Oct 2025

    Always good website easy

    annabel s.
    Booked: Mystery Car or similar
    Wellington International Airport
    Mystery Car or similar
  • 11 Aug 2025

    It seemed very simple and quick to do. Which I like.

    kelvin v.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similar
    Christchurch Airport
    Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similar
  • 12 Oct 2025

    easy

    jeanette n.
    Booked: Kia Sportage or similar
    Christchurch Downtown
    Kia Sportage or similar
  • 20 Oct 2025

    Simple

    dianne g.
    Booked: Mystery Car or similar
    Auckland International Airport
    Mystery Car or similar
  • 07 Nov 2025

    Simple!

    daley r.
    Booked: Mystery Car or similar
    Auckland International Airport
    Mystery Car or similar
  • 28 Nov 2025

    user friendly

    allan b.
    Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
    Auckland Airport
    Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
  • 01 Dec 2025

    Easy booking system

    ben w.
    Booked: Kia Seltos or similar
    Auckland Airport
    Kia Seltos or similar
  • 13 Oct 2025

    We were recommended by a family member and it very easy to use.Thank you

    jackie g.
    Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similar
    Wellington City
    Mitsubishi ASX or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car at New Plymouth Airport

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab) and SUV.
🔑 No. of depotsFive car rental depots at New Plymouth Airport.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Budget, Ezi, Hertz and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available at New Plymouth Airport

Popular rental car models at New Plymouth Airport last month

  • % of Bookings
    Price range last month
  • 1

    29%

    81
    110
    Kia Niro Hybrid

    Kia Niro HybridCompact SUV

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 2

    29%

    112
    184
    Kia Seltos

    Kia SeltosCompact SUV

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Hertz, Thrifty

  • 3

    14%

    109
    109
    Toyota Corolla

    Toyota CorollaCompact Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 4

    14%

    99
    99
    Hyundai Kona

    Hyundai KonaCompact SUV

    5

    5

    2 small

    Rent with

    Budget

  • 5

    14%

    210
    210
    12 Seat Bus

    12 Seat BusPremium Passenger Van

    12

    4

    12 large

    Rent with

    Thrifty

Ford vehicles for hire at New Plymouth Airport

  • Ford Everest

    Ford Everest

    7

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Ford Puma Hybrid

    Ford Puma HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    2 large

    Providers

    Ezi

Kia vehicles for hire at New Plymouth 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 New Plymouth 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 New Plymouth Airport

  • Mitsubishi Eclipse 2WD

    Mitsubishi Eclipse 2WD

    5

    5

    2 large

    Providers

    Ezi

  • Mitsubishi Outlander

    Mitsubishi Outlander

    5

    5

    5 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz

  • Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.

    Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.

    7

    5

    1 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Ezi

Polestar vehicles for hire at New Plymouth Airport

  • Polestar 2

    Polestar 2Electric

    5

    2

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

Suzuki vehicles for hire at New Plymouth Airport

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    5

    4

    1 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

Toyota vehicles for hire at New Plymouth Airport

  • Toyota Corolla

    Toyota CorollaHybrid

    5

    5

    1 large

    Providers

    Ezi

  • Toyota Rav4 AWD

    Toyota Rav4 AWD

    5

    5

    3 large

    Providers

    Ezi

Other vehicles for hire at New Plymouth Airport

  • 12 Seat Bus

    12 Seat Bus

    12

    3

    12 large

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

  • 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

New Plymouth Airport daily rate data

Price range over the past 12 months for a small SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

06 Dec

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

07 Dec

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

08 Dec

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

09 Dec

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

10 Dec

$365

$365

Thu

11 Dec

$110

$272

Fri

12 Dec

$68

$105

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

06 Dec

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

07 Dec

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

08 Dec

$209

$209

Tue

09 Dec

$209

$222

Wed

10 Dec

$209

$209

Thu

11 Dec

$209

$222

Fri

12 Dec

$72

$72

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

06 Dec

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

07 Dec

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

08 Dec

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

09 Dec

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

10 Dec

$316

$316

Thu

11 Dec

$239

$316

Fri

12 Dec

$76

$76

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

06 Dec

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

07 Dec

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

08 Dec

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

09 Dec

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

10 Dec

$325

$325

Thu

11 Dec

$94

$244

Fri

12 Dec

$59

$94

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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 06 December, 2025

How do I pick up a rental car at New Plymouth Airport?

There is one terminal, serving domestic flights only, and a selection of on-site car rental brands to select from at New Plymouth Airport. See below for clear instructions on how to find New Plymouth Airport’s car hire desks and where to pick up your rental car.

New Plymouth Airport terminal

  • Domestic Terminal

    New Plymouth Airport has a single passenger terminal serving domestic flights only.

Pick up instructions

  • Find the car hire car desks

    Domestic Terminal

    On airport
    At New Plymouth Airport, you will find the on-airport hire car desks located in the terminal, near the baggage claim.
  • 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 airport terminal.
  • 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 New Plymouth Airport

  • Domestic Terminal

    To return your on-airport hire car, follow the signs and park in the rental car park area at New Plymouth 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.

Car rental depots at New Plymouth Airport

Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.

  • Avis New Plymouth Airport

    Avis New Plymouth Airport

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    No reviewsMon–Fri 07:15–21:00, Sun 07:15–21:00, Sat 07:15–17:45

    Terminal Building (North Island), North Island

  • Budget New Plymouth Airport

    Budget New Plymouth Airport

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    No reviewsMon–Fri 07:15–21:00, Sat 08:00–17:45, Sun 08:00–21:00

    Terminal Building, North Island

  • Ezi New Plymouth Airport

    Ezi New Plymouth Airport

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    4.9 (2)Mon–Fri 07:00–20:30, Sat 08:00–18:00, Sun 09:00–20:30

    192 Airport Drive, North Island

  • Hertz New Plymouth Airport

    Hertz New Plymouth Airport

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    5.0 (1)Mon–Fri 07:00–18:00 20:00–21:00, Sun 13:00–18:00 20:00–21:00, Sat 08:30–13:30

    Airport Drive R D 3, New Plymouth, North Island

  • Thrifty New Plymouth Airport

    Thrifty New Plymouth Airport

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    No reviewsMon–Thu 07:00–18:00, Mon–Fri 20:00–21:00, Sun 13:00–18:00 20:00–21:00, Fri 08:00–17:00, Sat 08:30–13:30

    Airport Drive R D 3, New Plymouth, North Island

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

Info. Approximate distance calculated from New Plymouth Airport

Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car at New Plymouth Airport

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

    Prices start at NZD $59 per day for an Economy Car, up to NZD $105 per day for an Intermediate SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle at New Plymouth Airport.

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

    The highest-rated rental car at New Plymouth Airport is Mitsubishi Eclipse or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

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

    Hertz is the highest-rated car hire provider at New Plymouth Airport, based on ratings by our customers.

  • Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental at New Plymouth 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 New Plymouth 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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