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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
View offerTravel 09 Jun - 14 Jun 2026
from NZD $61/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 09 Jun - 14 Jun 2026
from NZD $63/day
Standard SUV
View offerTravel 09 Jun - 14 Jun 2026
from NZD $72/day
Economy Car
View offerTravel 07 Jun - 10 Jun 2026
from NZD $74/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 09 Jun - 14 Jun 2026
from NZD $76/day
Special
View offerTravel 09 Jun - 14 Jun 2026
from NZD $92/day
Fullsize Passenger Van
View offerTravel 09 Jun - 14 Jun 2026
from NZD $172/day
Premium Passenger Van
View offerTravel 09 Jun - 14 Jun 2026
from NZD $183/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 09 Jun - 14 Jun 2026
from NZD $183/day
Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on June 06, 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 06 June, 2026
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 27 Mar 2026michael d.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarTauranga Airport
- 29 May 2026patrick s.Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similarAuckland International Airport
- 09 Mar 2026peter p.Booked: Toyota Rav4 Hybrid or similarAuckland Airport
- 07 May 2026joanna w.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarAuckland Airport
- 25 Apr 2026dorothy a.Booked: Mystery Vehicle or similarChristchurch Airport
- 04 Jun 2026jamie c.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarChristchurch International Airport
- 02 Jun 2026barry d.Booked: Toyota C-HR or similarWellington International Airport
- 07 Mar 2026neil w.Booked: Toyota Rav4 Gx Hybrid or similarDunedin 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 | Six car rental depots at Tauranga Airport. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Apex, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available at Tauranga Airport
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 Outlander
5
5
5 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Suzuki vehicles for hire at Tauranga Airport
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota vehicles for hire at Tauranga Airport
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
1 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Rav4
5
5
4 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Toyota Rav4 4w.d.
5
5
4 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
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
ProvidersBudget, Hertz
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
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
06 Jun
$74
$118
07 Jun
$74
$118
08 Jun
$74
$260
09 Jun
$61
$260
10 Jun
$74
$260
11 Jun
$61
$260
12 Jun
$74
$255
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
06 Jun
$77
$153
07 Jun
$77
$133
08 Jun
$77
$275
09 Jun
$63
$275
10 Jun
$77
$275
11 Jun
$63
$275
12 Jun
$77
$270
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
06 Jun
$92
$173
07 Jun
$92
$172
08 Jun
$92
$386
09 Jun
$76
$386
10 Jun
$92
$386
11 Jun
$76
$386
12 Jun
$92
$381
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
06 Jun
$87
$87
07 Jun
$87
$87
08 Jun
$87
$87
09 Jun
$72
$87
10 Jun
$87
$87
11 Jun
$72
$87
12 Jun
$87
$87
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
06 Jun
$178
$236
07 Jun
$178
$236
08 Jun
$178
$236
09 Jun
$172
$236
10 Jun
$178
$236
11 Jun
$172
$236
12 Jun
$178
$236
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
06 Jun
$229
$241
07 Jun
$229
$241
08 Jun
$229
$241
09 Jun
$183
$241
10 Jun
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 Jun
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 Jun
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
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
06 Jun
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
07 Jun
$224
$236
08 Jun
$224
$236
09 Jun
$183
$236
10 Jun
$224
$236
11 Jun
$183
$236
12 Jun
$224
$236
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 June, 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 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM21 Jean Batten Dr, North Island
Avis Tauranga Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM, Sun 9:00 AM - 9:00 PMTerminal Building (North Island), North Island
Budget Tauranga Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM, Sun 9:00 AM - 9:00 PMJean Batten Dr Mount Maunganui, North Island
Dollar Tauranga Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Sat 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Sun 8:30 AM - 9:00 PMJean Batten Drive, North Island
Hertz Tauranga Airport
View details4.8 (1)Mon–Fri 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM, Sat 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Sun 8:30 AM - 9:30 PMJean Batten Dr, Tauranga Airport, North Island
Thrifty Tauranga Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM, Sat 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Sun 8:30 AM - 9:30 PMJean 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 $61 per day for a Compact Car, up to NZD $169 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 $172 and NZD $194 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?
Hertz 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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