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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.
Compact Car
Hyundai I30
View offerTravel 14 Sep - 21 Sep 2026
from NZD $57/day
Compact SUV
Mitsubishi ASX or similar
View offerTravel 14 Sep - 21 Sep 2026
from NZD $59/day
Economy Car
Suzuki Swift or similar
View offerTravel 14 Sep - 21 Sep 2026
from NZD $61/day
Standard SUV
Hyundai Tucson 2w.d. or similar
View offerTravel 14 Sep - 21 Sep 2026
from NZD $67/day
Special
Mystery Vehicle - Auto or similar
View offerTravel 14 Sep - 21 Sep 2026
from NZD $75/day
Intermediate SUV
Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
View offerTravel 12 Sep - 15 Sep 2026
from NZD $106/day
Fullsize Passenger Van
Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa or similar
View offerTravel 14 Sep - 21 Sep 2026
from NZD $182/day
Premium Passenger Van
12 Seat Bus or similar
View offerTravel 14 Sep - 21 Sep 2026
from NZD $193/day
Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on September 11, 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 11 September, 2026
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 18 Aug 2026cheri p.Booked: Hyundai I30Tauranga Airport
- 14 Aug 2026peter c.Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similarTauranga Airport
- 26 Jul 2026grant h.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarAuckland Downtown
- 06 Sep 2026brendon a.Booked: Hyundai Tucson 2w.d. or similarQueenstown Airport
- 26 Jul 2026erin g.Booked: Hyundai Staria or similarQueenstown Airport
- 29 May 2026patrick s.Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similarAuckland International Airport
- 02 Jun 2026barry d.Booked: Toyota C-HR or similarWellington International Airport
- 10 Sep 2026bernard w.Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similarChristchurch Airport
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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, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available at Tauranga Airport
Popular rental car models at Tauranga Airport last month
- % of BookingsModelPrice range last monthProviders
1
33%
4849Hyundai I30Compact Car
5
4
2 large, 1 small
Rent withApex
2
22%
5663Mitsubishi ASXCompact SUV
5
5
2 large, 3 small
Rent withApex
3
22%
6183Suzuki SwiftEconomy Car
5
4
1 small
Rent withThrifty
4
11%
102102
Mazda 3Compact Car
5
5
2 small
Rent withBudget
5
11%
8989
Mazda CX-30Compact SUV
5
5
3 small
Rent withBudget
Hyundai vehicles for hire at Tauranga Airport
Hyundai I30
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersApex
Hyundai Tucson
5
5
4 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Kia vehicles for hire at Tauranga Airport
Kia Carnival
8
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Avis
Kia Carnival (K)
8
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa
8
5
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty
Kia Niro HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Niro Hybrid (G2)Hybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Seltos
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Seltos (G)
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Sportage
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Sportage (J6)
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Stonic
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic (D)
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Showing 10 of 11 vehicles
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 Outlander
5
5
5 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Mitsubishi Outlander (I)
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Nissan vehicles for hire at Tauranga Airport
Nissan Xtrail Aw.d.
5
5
4 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Suzuki vehicles for hire at Tauranga Airport
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Suzuki Swift (B2)
5
4
1 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota vehicles for hire at Tauranga Airport
Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota RAV-4 Hybrid (J2)Hybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Other vehicles for hire at Tauranga Airport
12 Seat Bus
12
4
12 large
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
12 Seat Bus (X)
12
2
12 large
ProvidersHertz
Mystery Car
5
4
1 small
ProvidersHertz
Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy (U4)
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
“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
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Sep
$57
$143
12 Sep
$63
$141
13 Sep
$63
$141
14 Sep
$57
$92
15 Sep
$63
$106
16 Sep
$61
$103
17 Sep
$63
$106
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Sep
$59
$135
12 Sep
$75
$153
13 Sep
$75
$153
14 Sep
$59
$123
15 Sep
$75
$114
16 Sep
$63
$153
17 Sep
$75
$107
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Sep
$106
$188
12 Sep
$106
$188
13 Sep
$106
$188
14 Sep
$106
$188
15 Sep
$106
$159
16 Sep
$106
$176
17 Sep
$106
$188
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Sep
$67
$114
12 Sep
$87
$87
13 Sep
$87
$87
14 Sep
$67
$87
15 Sep
$87
$87
16 Sep
$72
$87
17 Sep
$87
$87
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Sep
$182
$240
12 Sep
$184
$235
13 Sep
$184
$235
14 Sep
$182
$235
15 Sep
$184
$235
16 Sep
$184
$235
17 Sep
$184
$235
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Sep
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 Sep
$224
$240
13 Sep
$224
$240
14 Sep
$193
$240
15 Sep
$224
$240
16 Sep
$202
$240
17 Sep
$224
$240
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 11 September, 2026
Car rental depots at Tauranga Airport
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Apex Tauranga Airport
4.6 (9)21 Jean Batten Dr
Mon–Sun 08:30–16:30
Avis Tauranga Airport
N/ATerminal Building (North Island)
Mon–Fri 08:00–21:00, Sat 09:00–19:30, Sun 09:00–21:00
Budget Tauranga Airport
N/AJean Batten Dr
Mon–Fri 08:00–21:00, Sat 09:00–19:30, Sun 09:00–21:00
Dollar Tauranga Airport
N/AJean Batten Dr, Tauranga Airport
Mon–Fri 07:00–21:30, Sat 08:30–17:00, Sun 08:30–21:30Dollar Tauranga Airport
N/AJean Batten Drive
Mon–Fri 07:00–21:00, Sat 08:30–17:00, Sun 08:30–21:00
Hertz Tauranga Airport
4.8 (1)Jean Batten Dr, Tauranga Airport
Mon–Fri 07:00–21:30, Sat 08:30–17:00, Sun 08:30–21:30
Thrifty Tauranga Airport
N/AJean Batten Dr, Tauranga Airport
Mon–Fri 07:00–21:30, Sat 08:30–17:00, Sun 08:30–21:30
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?
For a rental period from 14 September to 21 September 2026, prices range from NZD $57 per day for a Compact Car to NZD $173 per day for an Intermediate SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle at Tauranga Airport.
What is the cheapest car rental at Tauranga Airport?
The cheapest car rental at Tauranga Airport for the rental period from 14 September to 21 September 2026 is a Hyundai I30 from Apex costing NZD $57 per day. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.
What is the best way to rent a cheap car at Tauranga Airport?
Based on our data from over 22,600 rental car bookings at Tauranga Airport over the last 12 months, booking your hire car 28 days beforehand can save you over 24 per cent.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover at Tauranga Airport?
The price of a minivan hired at Tauranga Airport from 14 September to 21 September 2026 ranges from NZD $182 to NZD $208 per day before any added extras. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental 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 best car rental company at Tauranga Airport?
Hertz is our highest-rated car hire provider at Tauranga Airport, scoring an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on actual bookings by our customers.
What is the cheapest car rental company at Tauranga Airport?
Thrifty is the cheapest car rental company at Tauranga Airport, with rates from NZD $63 per day based on our rolling weekly search data. 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 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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