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Great value rental cars from Palmerston North Airport’s most trusted car hire providers

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  • Budget
  • Dollar
  • Europcar
  • Ezi
  • Hertz
  • Thrifty

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.

  • BudgetSpecial
    Special

    From NZD $44/day

    for 11 Jul - 14 Jul 2025
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  • EuropcarCompact Car
    Compact Car

    From NZD $48/day

    for 11 Jul - 14 Jul 2025
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  • ThriftyEconomy Car
    Economy Car

    From NZD $49/day

    for 11 Jul - 14 Jul 2025
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  • BudgetCompact SUV
    Compact SUV

    From NZD $49/day

    for 11 Jul - 14 Jul 2025
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  • ThriftyIntermediate SUV
    Intermediate SUV

    From NZD $57/day

    for 10 Jul - 13 Jul 2025
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  • EuropcarFullsize Car
    Fullsize Car

    From NZD $60/day

    for 12 Jul - 17 Jul 2025
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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on July 09, 2025 by an Australian 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 July, 2025

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Our customers have rated their Palmerston North Airport car rental booking experience 4.8/5
(85 reviews)
  • 18 Apr 2025

    The ability to compare rates was super and I managed to score a booking that was much less costly than what was offered on other web sites.

    colin o.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
    Palmerston North Airport
    Toyota Corolla or similar
  • 12 Apr 2025

    I always use VroomVroomVroom, easy to use and decide on the which vehicle suits my needs. I have never had any issues using this service.

    penelope l.
    Booked: Toyota Yaris Cross or similar
    Wellington International Airport
    Toyota Yaris Cross or similar
  • 24 Jun 2025

    Easy to operate

    marten d.
    Booked: Toyota Rav4 2w.d. or similar
    Christchurch Airport
    Toyota Rav4 2w.d. or similar
  • 10 Jun 2025

    Clear and easy to use

    shelley h.
    Booked: Toyota Yaris or similar
    Auckland International Airport
    Toyota Yaris or similar
  • 21 Jun 2025

    Simple and quick booking

    anne k.
    Booked: Hyundai Kona or similar
    Auckland Airport
    Hyundai Kona or similar
  • 04 Jun 2025

    Fast and easy

    nigel s.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
    Nelson Airport
    Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
  • 20 Jun 2025

    Having booked with the wrong dates. Helpful advice and quick change

    peter t.
    Booked: Hyundai Kona or similar
    Auckland Airport
    Hyundai Kona or similar
  • 16 Jun 2025

    Easy to use

    heather s.
    Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similar
    Tauranga Airport
    Mitsubishi ASX or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Palmerston North Airport

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), SUV and Sport.
🔑 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

    22%

    61
    111
    Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki SwiftCompact Car

    4

    4

    2 small

    Rent with

    Europcar, Hertz

  • 2

    22%

    78
    147
    Kia Niro Hybrid

    Kia Niro HybridCompact SUV

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 3

    11%

    80
    80
    Hyundai Kona

    Hyundai KonaCompact SUV

    5

    5

    1 small

    Rent with

    Budget

  • 4

    11%

    58
    58
    Polestar 2

    Polestar 2Standard Elite Sport

    5

    4

    1 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 5

    11%

    112
    112
    Kia Seltos

    Kia SeltosCompact SUV

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

Ford vehicles for hire at Palmerston North Airport

  • Ford Escape Hybrid A.W.D.

    Ford Escape Hybrid A.W.D.

    5

    5

    3 large

    Providers

    Ezi

    Ford Everest

    Ford Everest

    7

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

  • Ford Focus Hybrid

    Ford Focus HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large

    Providers

    Ezi

    Ford Puma Hybrid

    Ford Puma HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    2 large

    Providers

    Ezi

  • Ford Ranger Wildtrak

    Ford Ranger Wildtrak

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Hyundai vehicles for hire at Palmerston North Airport

  • Hyundai i30

    Hyundai i30

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget

    Hyundai Kona

    Hyundai Kona

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

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

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

    Kia Niro Hybrid

    Kia Niro HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

  • Kia Seltos

    Kia Seltos

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

    Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

  • Kia Stonic

    Kia Stonic

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Mazda vehicles for hire at Palmerston North Airport

  • Mazda CX-5

    Mazda CX-5

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire at Palmerston North Airport

  • Mitsubishi Asx

    Mitsubishi Asx

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Mitsubishi ASX

    Mitsubishi ASX

    5

    4

    2 large

    Providers

    Ezi

  • Mitsubishi Eclipse

    Mitsubishi Eclipse

    5

    5

    3 large

    Providers

    Ezi

    Mitsubishi Outlander

    Mitsubishi Outlander

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

  • Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.

    Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.

    7

    5

    1 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Ezi

Nissan vehicles for hire at Palmerston North Airport

  • Nissan X-Trail

    Nissan X-Trail

    5

    5

    5 small

    Providers

    Avis

Polestar vehicles for hire at Palmerston North Airport

  • Polestar 2

    Polestar 2Electric

    5

    2

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

Skoda vehicles for hire at Palmerston North Airport

  • Skoda Kodiaq

    Skoda Kodiaq

    7

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

Suzuki vehicles for hire at Palmerston North Airport

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    4

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar, Hertz, Thrifty

Toyota vehicles for hire at Palmerston North Airport

  • Toyota Camry Hybrid

    Toyota Camry Hybrid

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

  • Toyota Corolla Gx Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla Gx Hybrid

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

  • 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

    3

    12 large

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

    Gwm Tank 300

    Gwm Tank 300

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Haval H6 Premium

    Haval H6 Premium

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Europcar

  • Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy

    Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

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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 small car

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Jul

$55

$78

Thu

10 Jul

$50

$77

Fri

11 Jul

$48

$79

Sat

12 Jul

$48

$86

Sun

13 Jul

$60

$77

Mon

14 Jul

$55

$76

Tue

15 Jul

$68

$70

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Jul

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

10 Jul

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

11 Jul

$61

$61

Sat

12 Jul

$60

$61

Sun

13 Jul

$72

$72

Mon

14 Jul

$80

$81

Tue

15 Jul

$81

$81

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Jul

$57

$84

Thu

10 Jul

$51

$77

Fri

11 Jul

$49

$77

Sat

12 Jul

$51

$85

Sun

13 Jul

$51

$85

Mon

14 Jul

$61

$97

Tue

15 Jul

$56

$141

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Jul

$64

$95

Thu

10 Jul

$57

$92

Fri

11 Jul

$57

$86

Sat

12 Jul

$57

$203

Sun

13 Jul

$57

$108

Mon

14 Jul

$62

$326

Tue

15 Jul

$62

$339

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Jul

$87

$87

Thu

10 Jul

$87

$87

Fri

11 Jul

$75

$75

Sat

12 Jul

$65

$75

Sun

13 Jul

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

14 Jul

$73

$79

Tue

15 Jul

$79

$79

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Jul

$313

$313

Thu

10 Jul

$313

$313

Fri

11 Jul

$313

$313

Sat

12 Jul

$293

$313

Sun

13 Jul

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

14 Jul

$293

$313

Tue

15 Jul

$313

$313

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Jul

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

10 Jul

$290

$308

Fri

11 Jul

$290

$294

Sat

12 Jul

$287

$294

Sun

13 Jul

$290

$294

Mon

14 Jul

$290

$308

Tue

15 Jul

$290

$308

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Jul

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

10 Jul

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

11 Jul

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

12 Jul

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

Sun

13 Jul

$321

$324

Mon

14 Jul

$321

$340

Tue

15 Jul

$321

$340

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Jul

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

10 Jul

$68

$326

Fri

11 Jul

$68

$326

Sat

12 Jul

$68

$326

Sun

13 Jul

$70

$326

Mon

14 Jul

$155

$326

Tue

15 Jul

$181

$326

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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 09 July, 2025

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

Car hire depots at Palmerston North Airport are marked on the map below.

Opening hours are provided by the depots and are subject to change.
  • Avis Palmerston Nth Airport

    On airport • Palmerston North Airport Terminal

    Today •8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    sunday

    9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Budget Palmerston North Airport

    On airport • Palmerston North Airport Terminal

    Today •8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    sunday

    9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    4.60 • 3 ratings

    5

    Service

    4

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    4

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Dollar Palmerston North Airport

    On airport • Palmerston North Airport Terminal

    Today •8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    sunday

    9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Europcar Palmerston North Airport

    On airport • Palmerston North Airport Terminal

    Today •8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    3.30 • 2 ratings

    3

    Service

    4

    Information

    4

    Accessibility

    3

    Vehicle

    4

    Presentation

  • Ezi Palmerston North Airport

    On airport • Palmerston North Airport Terminal

    Today •7:30 AM - 8:00 PM

    monday

    7:30 AM - 8:00 PM

    tuesday

    7:30 AM - 8:00 PM

    wednesday

    7:30 AM - 8:00 PM

    thursday

    7:30 AM - 8:00 PM

    friday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    Closed

    sunday

    Closed

    4.94 • 13 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Hertz Palmerston North Airport

    On airport • Palmerston North Airport Terminal

    Today •8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    sunday

    9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    4.27 • 3 ratings

    3

    Service

    4

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Thrifty Palmerston North Airport

    On airport • Palmerston North Airport Terminal

    Today •8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    sunday

    9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    4.60 • 1 rating

    5

    Service

    3

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

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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 $48 per day for a Compact Car, up to NZD $313 per day for a Premium 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 $287 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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