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Car rental rates at Tauranga Airport
Set on the eastern coast of New Zealand’s North Island, Tauranga Airport (TRG) serves the nearby town of Tauranga along with regional centres including Taupō, Hamilton / Kirikiriroa and Whakatāne. It is around a three hour drive from Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau.
Lock in low rates on your next hire car when flying into Tauranga Airport. VroomVroomVroom compares prices from top car rental brands in New Zealand, presenting a range of vehicle options to suit your budget.
Fullsize SUV
View offerTravel 14 Feb - 19 Feb 2026
from NZD $145/day
Economy Car
View offerTravel 13 Feb - 16 Feb 2026
from NZD $146/day
Special
View offerTravel 14 Feb - 19 Feb 2026
from NZD $161/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 14 Feb - 19 Feb 2026
from NZD $175/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 15 Feb - 18 Feb 2026
from NZD $205/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 14 Feb - 19 Feb 2026
from NZD $262/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 15 Feb - 18 Feb 2026
from NZD $308/day
Premium Passenger Van
View offerTravel 15 Feb - 18 Feb 2026
from NZD $312/day
Fullsize Passenger Van
View offerTravel 15 Feb - 18 Feb 2026
from NZD $354/day
Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on February 09, 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 09 February, 2026
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 24 Jan 2026michael d.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarTauranga Airport
- 16 Jan 2026kelly e.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarTauranga Airport
- 15 Jan 2026shanray w.Booked: Toyota Rav4 4w.d. or similarAuckland Airport
- 26 Jan 2026karen w.Booked: Toyota Yaris Gx Hybrid or similarWellington Ferry Terminal
- 11 Jan 2026suitafa r.Booked: Toyota RAV 4 AWD Hybrid or similarChristchurch Airport
- 06 Jan 2026vicky r.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarAuckland City
- 16 Jan 2026kelly e.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarTauranga Airport
- 15 Jan 2026david r.Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similarTaupo Downtown
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Tauranga Airport
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Seven car rental depots at Tauranga Airport. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Apex, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Ezi, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available at Tauranga Airport
Ford vehicles for hire at Tauranga Airport
Ford Puma HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large
ProvidersEzi
Kia vehicles for hire at Tauranga 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 Tauranga Airport
Mazda 3
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Mazda CX-30
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire at Tauranga Airport
Mitsubishi ASX
5
5
2 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Mitsubishi Eclipse 2WD
5
5
2 large
ProvidersEzi
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
5
5 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.
7
5
1 large, 3 small
ProvidersEzi
Suzuki vehicles for hire at Tauranga Airport
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota vehicles for hire at Tauranga Airport
Toyota CorollaHybrid
5
5
1 large
ProvidersEzi
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
1 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Rav4 4w.d.
5
5
4 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Toyota Rav4 AWD
5
5
3 large
ProvidersEzi
Other vehicles for hire at Tauranga Airport
12 Seat Bus
12
4
12 large
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
21 CU Metre Box Tail Lift Truck
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
Mystery Car
5
4
1 small
ProvidersHertz
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
Tauranga Airport daily rate data
Price range over the past 12 months for a compact car
Price range over the past 12 months for a economy car
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 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
10 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
11 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
12 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
13 Feb
$146
$304
$146
$304
14 Feb
$146
$304
$146
$304
15 Feb
$146
$187
$146
$187
Price range over the past 12 months for a compact SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 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
10 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
11 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
12 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
13 Feb
$303
$324
$303
$324
14 Feb
$206
$324
$206
$324
15 Feb
$205
$226
$205
$226
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 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
10 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
11 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
12 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
13 Feb
$363
$417
$363
$417
14 Feb
$262
$417
$262
$417
15 Feb
$270
$333
$270
$333
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 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
10 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
11 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
12 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
13 Feb
$206
$206
$206
$206
14 Feb
$145
$206
$145
$206
15 Feb
$206
$206
$206
$206
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 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
10 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
11 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
12 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
13 Feb
$466
$490
$466
$490
14 Feb
$466
$494
$466
$494
15 Feb
$354
$373
$354
$373
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 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
10 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
11 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
12 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
13 Feb
$364
$383
$364
$383
14 Feb
$333
$383
$333
$383
15 Feb
$312
$329
$312
$329
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 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
10 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
11 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
12 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
13 Feb
$392
$412
$392
$412
14 Feb
$392
$461
$392
$461
15 Feb
$308
$324
$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 09 February, 2026
Car rental depots at Tauranga Airport
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Apex Tauranga Airport
View details4.6 (9)Mon–Sun 08:30–16:3021 Jean Batten Dr, North Island
Avis Tauranga Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–21:00, Sat 09:00–19:30, Sun 09:00–21:00Terminal Building (North Island), North Island
Budget Tauranga Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–21:00, Sat 09:00–19:30, Sun 09:00–21:00Jean Batten Dr Mount Maunganui, North Island
Dollar Tauranga Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:00–21:00, Sat 8:30–17:00, Sun 8:30–21:00Jean Batten Drive, North Island
Ezi Tauranga Airport
View details5.0 (3)Mon–Fri 08:00–21:00, Sun 08:00–21:00, Sat 08:00–19:3073 Jean Batten Drive, North Island
Hertz Tauranga Airport
View details4.8 (1)Mon–Fri 07:00–21:00, Sat 08:30–17:00, Sun 08:30–21:00Jean Batten Dr, Tauranga Airport, North Island
Thrifty Tauranga Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 07:00–21:00, Sat 08:30–17:00, Sun 08:30–21:00Jean Batten Dr, Tauranga Airport, North Island
Nearby Tauranga 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 — Tauranga Airport, here’s a selection of hire car depots to choose from.
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car at Tauranga Airport
How much does it cost to hire a car at Tauranga Airport?
Prices start at NZD $145 per day for a Fullsize SUV, up to NZD $344 per day for an Intermediate SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle at Tauranga Airport.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover at Tauranga 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 between NZD $312 and NZD $373 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates at Tauranga Airport.
What is the highest-rated hire car at Tauranga Airport?
The highest-rated rental car at Tauranga 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 Tauranga Airport?
Ezi is the highest-rated car hire provider at Tauranga Airport, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental at Tauranga 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 Tauranga 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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