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Car rental rates at Whakatāne Airport
Set on the north coast of New Zealand’s North Island, Whakatāne Airport (WHK) lies a ten minute drive to the west of Whakatāne and delivers easy access to regional highlights including Rotorua and Tauranga. The airport is about a four hour drive to the south of Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau.
VroomVroomVroom makes searching, comparing, and booking your rental car at Whakatāne Airport easy. Choose from reliable and affordable car hire options supplied by New Zealand’s leading rental car brands.
Economy Car
View offerTravel 25 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
from NZD $124/day
Special
View offerTravel 25 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
from NZD $124/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 25 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
from NZD $141/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 25 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
from NZD $153/day
Premium Passenger Van
View offerTravel 25 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
from NZD $252/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 25 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
from NZD $295/day
Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on January 22, 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 22 January, 2026
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- 16 Jan 2026simone c.Booked: Toyota RAV4 or similarQueenstown Airport
- 15 Jan 2026david r.Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similarTaupo Downtown
- 03 Dec 2025esta m.Booked: Kia Stonic or similarNelson Airport
- 21 Nov 2025mark m.Booked: Ford Puma Hybrid or similarAuckland Airport Domestic
- 06 Jan 2026ngaire v.Booked: Toyota Yaris Gx Hybrid or similarAuckland International Airport
- 14 Dec 2025leon b.Booked: Tesla Model 3 or similarWellington Airport
- 27 Nov 2025leonard l.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarChristchurch Airport
- 18 Jan 2026john s.Booked: Toyota Rav4 AWDChristchurch Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Whakatāne Airport
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Two car rental depots at Whakatāne Airport. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available at Whakatāne Airport
Kia vehicles for hire at Whakatāne Airport
Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa
8
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Niro HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Seltos
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Sportage
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Stonic
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire at Whakatāne Airport
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Suzuki vehicles for hire at Whakatāne Airport
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota vehicles for hire at Whakatāne Airport
Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Other vehicles for hire at Whakatāne Airport
12 Seat Bus
12
3
12 large
ProvidersHertz
Mystery Car
5
4
1 small
ProvidersHertz
Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy
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
Whakatāne Airport daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
22 Jan
$177
$192
23 Jan
$177
$192
24 Jan
$177
$192
25 Jan
$124
$192
26 Jan
$177
$192
27 Jan
$124
$192
28 Jan
$177
$192
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
22 Jan
$216
$226
23 Jan
$216
$226
24 Jan
$216
$226
25 Jan
$153
$226
26 Jan
$216
$226
27 Jan
$153
$226
28 Jan
$216
$226
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
22 Jan
$263
$263
23 Jan
$263
$263
24 Jan
$263
$263
25 Jan
$252
$263
26 Jan
$263
$263
27 Jan
$252
$263
28 Jan
$263
$263
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
22 Jan
$324
$324
23 Jan
$324
$324
24 Jan
$324
$324
25 Jan
$295
$324
26 Jan
$324
$324
27 Jan
$295
$324
28 Jan
$324
$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 22 January, 2026
Car rental depots at Whakatāne Airport
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Hertz Whakatane Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–20:00, Sun 08:00–20:00, Sat 09:00–12:00Aerodrome Rd, Rd 1, Whakatane Airport, North Island
Thrifty Whakatane Airport
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sat 8:00–20:00, Sun 8:00–20:30Aerodrome Road, North Island
Nearby Whakatāne 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 — Whakatāne Airport, here’s a selection of hire car depots to choose from.
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car at Whakatāne Airport
How much does it cost to hire a car at Whakatāne Airport?
Prices start at NZD $124 per day for an Economy Car, up to NZD $160 per day for a Compact SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle at Whakatāne Airport.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover at Whakatāne 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 $252 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates at Whakatāne Airport.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental at Whakatāne 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 Whakatāne 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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