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Car rental rates at Rotorua Airport
Located towards the centre of New Zealand’s North Island, Rotorua Airport (ROT) serves the nearby town of Rotorua along with regional centres including Taupō, Hamilton / Kirikiriroa and Whakatāne. It is around a three hour drive to the south of Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau.
Lock in low rates on your next hire car when flying into Rotorua Airport. VroomVroomVroom compares prices from top car rental brands in New Zealand, presenting a range of vehicle options to suit your budget.
Economy Car
View offerTravel 27 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
from NZD $119/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 29 Jan - 03 Feb 2026
from NZD $119/day
Special
View offerTravel 29 Jan - 03 Feb 2026
from NZD $123/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 31 Jan - 05 Feb 2026
from NZD $143/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 31 Jan - 05 Feb 2026
from NZD $161/day
Standard SUV
View offerTravel 31 Jan - 05 Feb 2026
from NZD $190/day
Premium SUV
View offerTravel 31 Jan - 05 Feb 2026
from NZD $214/day
Premium Passenger Van
View offerTravel 31 Jan - 05 Feb 2026
from NZD $262/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 31 Jan - 05 Feb 2026
from NZD $278/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on January 26, 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 26 January, 2026
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 14 Nov 2025stephanie g.Booked: Ford Puma Hybrid or similarAuckland Airport Domestic
- 14 Dec 2025leon b.Booked: Tesla Model 3 or similarWellington Airport
- 09 Jan 2026barry d.Booked: Mazda 3 or similarNapier Airport
- 05 Nov 2025matthew c.Booked: Toyota Rav4 4w.d. or similarPicton Ferry Terminal
- 08 Oct 2025steve d.Booked: Suzuki Swift or similarWellington Airport
- 14 Jan 2026david b.Booked: Toyota Rav4 2w.d. or similarQueenstown Airport
- 15 Jan 2026jess d.Booked: Toyota Rav4 AWDWellington Airport
- 21 Oct 2025stephanie f.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarAuckland Airport Domestic
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Rotorua Airport
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Seven car rental depots at Rotorua Airport. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, Dollar, Europcar, Ezi, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available at Rotorua Airport
Popular rental car models at Rotorua Airport last month
- % of BookingsModelPrice range last monthProviders
1
22%
163251Kia SeltosCompact SUV
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Rent withThrifty
2
22%
2020
Nissan X-TrailIntermediate SUV
5
5
5 small
Rent withAvis
3
11%
233233
Ford Escape Hybrid A.W.D.Fullsize SUV
5
5
3 large
Rent withEzi
4
11%
9393
Ford Puma HybridEconomy Car
5
4
2 large
Rent withEzi
5
11%
130130
Hyundai KonaCompact SUV
5
5
2 small
Rent withBudget
Ford vehicles for hire at Rotorua Airport
Ford Everest
7
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Ford Puma HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large
ProvidersEzi
Ford Ranger Wildtrak
5
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Honda vehicles for hire at Rotorua Airport
Honda Zr-v Sport
5
5
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Kia vehicles for hire at Rotorua Airport
Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa
8
5
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Niro HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Seltos
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Sportage
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda vehicles for hire at Rotorua Airport
Mazda 3
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Mazda CX-30
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire at Rotorua Airport
Mitsubishi Eclipse 2WD
5
5
2 large
ProvidersEzi
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
5
5 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz, Europcar
Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.
7
5
1 large, 3 small
ProvidersEzi
Suzuki vehicles for hire at Rotorua Airport
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Europcar
Toyota vehicles for hire at Rotorua Airport
Toyota CorollaHybrid
5
5
1 large
ProvidersEzi
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
7
5
4 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty
Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Rav4 AWD
5
5
3 large
ProvidersEzi
Toyota Rav4 Gx HybridHybrid
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota Yaris Gx HybridHybrid
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Other vehicles for hire at Rotorua Airport
12 Seat Bus
12
4
12 large
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Chery Tiggo 4 Ultimate
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Chery Tiggo 8Hybrid
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mystery Car
5
4
1 small
ProvidersHertz, Europcar
Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
“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
Rotorua Airport daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
26 Jan
$119
$304
27 Jan
$119
$304
28 Jan
$119
$304
29 Jan
$119
$304
30 Jan
$119
$304
31 Jan
$119
$187
01 Feb
$159
$335
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
26 Jan
$172
$358
27 Jan
$172
$358
28 Jan
$172
$358
29 Jan
$170
$385
30 Jan
$170
$358
31 Jan
$143
$378
01 Feb
$205
$226
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
26 Jan
$285
$285
27 Jan
$285
$285
28 Jan
$285
$285
29 Jan
$268
$410
30 Jan
$287
$356
31 Jan
$161
$287
01 Feb
$220
$333
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
26 Jan
$286
$286
27 Jan
$286
$286
28 Jan
$286
$286
29 Jan
$278
$466
30 Jan
$288
$466
31 Jan
$190
$350
01 Feb
$273
$350
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
26 Jan
$316
$316
27 Jan
$316
$316
28 Jan
$316
$316
29 Jan
$293
$448
30 Jan
$316
$379
31 Jan
$214
$316
01 Feb
$299
$316
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
26 Jan
$364
$383
27 Jan
$364
$383
28 Jan
$364
$383
29 Jan
$333
$383
30 Jan
$364
$383
31 Jan
$262
$329
01 Feb
$312
$329
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
26 Jan
$392
$412
27 Jan
$392
$412
28 Jan
$392
$412
29 Jan
$392
$461
30 Jan
$392
$412
31 Jan
$278
$324
01 Feb
$308
$324
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 26 January, 2026
Car rental depots at Rotorua Airport
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Avis Rotorua Airport
View details4.9 (2)Mon–Fri 08:30–17:30, Sun 08:30–17:30, Sat 09:00–17:30Terminal Building (North Island), North Island
Budget Rotorua Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:30–17:30, Sun 08:30–17:30, Sat 09:00–17:30Terminal Building, North Island
Dollar Rotorua Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 8:00–20:30Te Ngae Road, North Island
Europcar Rotorua Airport
View details2.6 (2)Mon–Sun 08:00–16:30Terminal Building, North Island
Ezi Rotorua Airport
View details5.0 (3)Mon–Fri 08:00–18:00, Sun 08:00–18:00, Sat 08:30–18:00837 Te Ngae Road, North Island
Hertz Rotorua Airport
View details3.6 (2)Mon–Fri 08:00–19:30, Sun 08:00–19:30, Sat 08:00–17:30Te Ngae Rd, Rotorua, North Island
Thrifty Rotorua Airport
View details4.8 (1)Mon–Fri 08:00–19:30, Sun 08:00–19:30, Sat 08:00–17:30Te Ngae Rd, Rotorua, North Island
Nearby Rotorua 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 — Rotorua Airport, here’s a selection of hire car depots to choose from.
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car at Rotorua Airport
How much does it cost to hire a car at Rotorua Airport?
Prices start at NZD $119 per day for an Economy Car, up to NZD $358 per day for a Compact SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle at Rotorua Airport.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover at Rotorua 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 $262 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates at Rotorua Airport.
What is the highest-rated hire car at Rotorua Airport?
The highest-rated rental car at Rotorua Airport is Nissan X-Trail or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider at Rotorua Airport?
Ezi is the highest-rated car hire provider at Rotorua Airport, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental at Rotorua 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 Rotorua 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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