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Car rental rates at Palmerston North Airport

Palmerston North Airport (PMR) is located in the North Island of New Zealand, around a ten to fifteen minute drive from Palmerston North town centre. Palmerston is around two hours north of Wellington / Te Whanganui a Tara by car, and a little over three hours drive south of Taupō.


Search and compare the best rates on Palmerston North Airport car rentals with VroomVroomVroom. Book today, and you’ll have a vehicle waiting for you from the moment you touch the ground.

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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on February 10, 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 10 February, 2026

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Our customers have rated their Palmerston North Airport car rental booking experience 4.8/5
(97 reviews)
  • 15 Jan 2026

    Easy!

    jess d.
    Booked: Toyota Rav4 AWD
    Wellington Airport
    Toyota Rav4 AWD
  • 06 Jan 2026

    Quick to book

    vicky r.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
    Auckland City
    Toyota Corolla or similar
  • 09 Jan 2026

    Seamless

    grant p.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
    Christchurch Airport
    Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
  • 13 Nov 2025

    Simple

    koder n.
    Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d. or similar
    Auckland Airport International
    Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d. or similar
  • 09 Jan 2026

    Easy process

    sarah r.
    Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
    Christchurch Airport
    Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
  • 19 Nov 2025

    Not totally happy. Request was for a Toyota Corolla or similar, as these are good cars. We went with East Coast Rentals. They said a Corolla was not available. We were given a Cherry (a red one). I walked around the ECR lot and found only one Corolla (a hybrid), amongst 80 cars. I don't think that they run petrol Corollas. Do not advertise them. VVV quoted 1 X$12 for an extra driver, while ECR added $60. We challenged them. ECR said that it might be on VVV website , but ECR have updated their website (?? isn't this automatic administrative?) ECR backed down immediately, which makes me think that it was opportunistic at 6.30 pm and we wanted to get going. The front line staff were great. After 12 days the Cherry went well, which means it was a lot better than the MG3 that we had as a Corolla or similar from another car rental company. We will be back, but a bit more wary and selective. Regards

    neal v.
    Booked: Mitsubishi Eclipse or similar
    Queenstown Airport
    Mitsubishi Eclipse or similar
  • 31 Dec 2025

    Very easy....thank you

    richard s.
    Booked: Toyota Yaris Gx Hybrid or similar
    Auckland International Airport
    Toyota Yaris Gx Hybrid or similar
  • 16 Jan 2026

    Simple booking process and online experience

    simone c.
    Booked: Toyota RAV4 or similar
    Queenstown Airport
    Toyota RAV4 or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Palmerston North Airport

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab) and SUV.
🔑 No. of depotsSeven car rental depots at Palmerston North Airport.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Budget, Dollar, Europcar, Ezi, Hertz and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available at Palmerston North Airport

Popular rental car models at Palmerston North Airport last month

  • % of Bookings
    Price range last month

  • 1

    17%

    98
    98
    Ford Puma Hybrid

    Ford Puma HybridEconomy Car

    5

    4

    2 large

    Rent with

    Ezi

  • 2

    17%

    199
    199
    Kia Seltos

    Kia SeltosCompact SUV

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 3

    17%

    218
    218
    Kia Sportage

    Kia SportageIntermediate SUV

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 4

    17%

    252
    252
    Kia Stonic

    Kia StonicCompact Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Hertz

  • 5

    17%

    199
    199
    Polestar 2

    Polestar 2Standard Elite Sport

    5

    4

    1 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

Ford vehicles for hire at Palmerston North Airport

  • Ford Everest

    Ford Everest

    7

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Ford Puma Hybrid

    Ford Puma HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    2 large

    Providers

    Ezi

  • Ford Ranger Wildtrak

    Ford Ranger Wildtrak

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Honda vehicles for hire at Palmerston North Airport

  • Honda Zr-v Sport

    Honda Zr-v Sport

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Kia vehicles for hire at Palmerston North Airport

  • Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa

    Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa

    8

    5

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Seltos

    Kia Seltos

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Sorento

    Kia Sorento

    5

    5

    5 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

  • Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Stonic

    Kia Stonic

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Mazda vehicles for hire at Palmerston North Airport

  • Mazda 3

    Mazda 3

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

  • Mazda CX-30

    Mazda CX-30

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire at Palmerston North Airport

  • Mitsubishi Outlander

    Mitsubishi Outlander

    5

    5

    5 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Europcar, Thrifty, Hertz

  • Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.

    Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.

    7

    5

    1 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Ezi

Suzuki vehicles for hire at Palmerston North Airport

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar, Hertz, Thrifty

Toyota vehicles for hire at Palmerston North Airport

  • Toyota Corolla

    Toyota CorollaHybrid

    5

    5

    1 large

    Providers

    Ezi

  • Toyota Rav4 AWD

    Toyota Rav4 AWD

    5

    5

    3 large

    Providers

    Ezi

  • Toyota Yaris Gx Hybrid

    Toyota Yaris Gx HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Other vehicles for hire at Palmerston North Airport

  • 12 Seat Bus

    12 Seat Bus

    12

    4

    12 large

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Chery Tiggo 4 Ultimate

    Chery Tiggo 4 Ultimate

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Chery Tiggo 8

    Chery Tiggo 8Hybrid

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Lp C10

    Lp C10Hybrid

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    1 small

    Providers

    Europcar, Budget

  • Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy

    Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

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“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

Palmerston North 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

Today

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

Wed

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

Thu

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

Fri

13 Feb

$241

$298

Sat

14 Feb

$168

$356

Sun

15 Feb

$202

$206

Mon

16 Feb

$172

$173

Price range over the past 12 months for a compact SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

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

Wed

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

Thu

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

Fri

13 Feb

$253

$340

Sat

14 Feb

$332

$332

Sun

15 Feb

$263

$387

Mon

16 Feb

$359

$359

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

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

Wed

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

Thu

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

Fri

13 Feb

$441

$458

Sat

14 Feb

$263

$463

Sun

15 Feb

$262

$463

Mon

16 Feb

$313

$313

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

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

Wed

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

Thu

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

Fri

13 Feb

$248

$278

Sat

14 Feb

$248

$407

Sun

15 Feb

$320

$408

Mon

16 Feb

$302

$407

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

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

Wed

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

Thu

12 Feb

$316

$316

Fri

13 Feb

$293

$316

Sat

14 Feb

$316

$316

Sun

15 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

Mon

16 Feb

$316

$316

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

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

Wed

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

Thu

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

Fri

13 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

Sat

14 Feb

$570

$570

Sun

15 Feb

$570

$570

Mon

16 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

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

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

Wed

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

Thu

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

Fri

13 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

Sat

14 Feb

$489

$489

Sun

15 Feb

$489

$489

Mon

16 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

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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 10 February, 2026

How do I pick up a rental car at Palmerston North Airport?

There is one terminal and a range of on-site car rental brands to select from at Palmerston North Airport. See below for clear instructions on how to find Palmerston North Airport’s car hire desks and where to pick up your rental car.

Palmerston North Airport Terminal

  • Domestic Terminal

    Palmerston North Airport has a single passenger terminal serving domestic flights only.

Pick up instructions

  • Is your rental company desk on-airport or off-airport?

    Domestic Terminal

    On airport
    The on-airport car desks are located within the terminal, opposite the baggage claim area.

  • Finalise your rental agreement and collect keys

    Once you are at the hire car company desk, you’ll need to finalise your rental agreement and collect your vehicle keys.

  • Head to the designated car park to pick up your car

    Domestic Terminal

    On airport
    The on-airport hire cars are parked just outside the terminal in the rental car park which is a short walking distance away from the terminal.

  • What should I do if the desk is unattended?

    Hopefully the car rental company has left a sign with instructions or a contact number. In this situation, use the number they have provided and let them know that you have arrived or follow the directions out to the car park where a rental attendant will help you.

    If there is no sign, check your booking confirmation email for a contact phone number.

    If you still have no luck finding assistance, contact us. Don’t be alarmed. It’s not unusual to see unmanned desks, and rest assured there’s usually someone who can help out in the car park where the rental cars are located.

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Returning a hire car at Palmerston North Airport

  • Domestic Terminal

    To return your rental car, proceed past the Palmerston North Airport terminal building and look for the rental car park entry.

    Return your keys to the desk, and if the desk is unattended, or for after-hours returns, place the keys in the drop box located at the counter.

Car rental depots at Palmerston North Airport

Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.

  • Avis Palmerston Nth Airport

    Avis Palmerston Nth Airport

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    No reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–20:00, Sat 08:00–16:30, Sun 09:00–17:30

    Terminal Building (North Island), North Island

  • Budget Palmerston North Airport

    Budget Palmerston North Airport

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    4.6 (3)Mon–Fri 08:00–20:00, Sat 08:00–16:30, Sun 09:00–17:30

    Terminal Building, North Island

  • Dollar Palmerston North Airport

    Dollar Palmerston North Airport

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    No reviewsMon–Fri 07:30–20:00, Sat 07:30–15:30, Sun 08:00–16:30

    Airport Drive Milson, Palmerston North, North Island

  • Europcar Palmerston North Airport

    Europcar Palmerston North Airport

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    4.0 (4)Mon–Sun 08:00–16:30

    Terminal Building Palmerston North Airport, North Island

  • Ezi Palmerston North Airport

    Ezi Palmerston North Airport

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    4.9 (13)Mon–Thu 07:30–20:00, Fri 07:30–17:00, Sat–Sun Closed

    Airport Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 0293, North Island

  • Hertz Palmerston North Airport

    Hertz Palmerston North Airport

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    4.3 (3)Mon–Fri 07:30–20:00, Sat 07:30–15:30, Sun 08:00–16:30

    Airport Drive Milson, Palmerston North, North Island

  • Thrifty Palmerston North Airport

    Thrifty Palmerston North Airport

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    4.3 (2)Mon–Fri 07:30–20:00, Sat 07:30–15:30, Sun 08:00–16:30

    Airport Drive Milson, Palmerston North, North Island

Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car at Palmerston North Airport

  • How much does it cost to hire a car at Palmerston North Airport?

    Prices start at NZD $146 per day for a Compact Car, up to NZD $407 per day for a Standard SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle at Palmerston North Airport.

  • How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover at Palmerston North 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 $570 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates at Palmerston North Airport.

  • What is the highest-rated hire car at Palmerston North Airport?

    The highest-rated rental car at Palmerston North Airport is Mystery Car or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

  • What is the highest-rated car hire provider at Palmerston North Airport?

    Ezi is the highest-rated car hire provider at Palmerston North Airport, based on ratings by our customers.

  • Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental at Palmerston North 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 Palmerston North 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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