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Car rental at Hamilton Airport

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Top tips for hiring a car at Hamilton airport

  • If you’re looking for the perfect way to explore Hamilton, New Zealand, consider a car rental at Hamilton Airport, approximately 9 miles southwest of the city. Renting a car at the airport allows you to explore the city at your own pace and travel to places inaccessible by public transport. It also relieves the stress of moving to downtown rental locations with your luggage looking for a rental car. You can choose from different providers based in one location at the airport and drive comfortably to your preferred destination.
  • Getting a car rental at Hamilton Airport is less complicated. Different car rental agencies are available onsite. Upon arrival at Hamilton Airport, Walk straight to the car rental counters with all the required documents and present them to your provider. Once your documents are verified, and the paperwork is complete, you’ll be escorted or given directions to the pickup location, a short walk from the main Terminal. Carefully inspect the vehicle for any technical damages before starting your trip.
  • Returning the rented car to your Hamilton Airport car rental is generally easy. You can simply return it to the same pickup location or the drop-off point stated in your rental agreement. There is no need to worry if you’re not familiar with the airport. You’ll see different signs directing you to the parking lots, where you’ll find your company’s drop-off point. Make sure you return the vehicle within the agreed time to avoid a late return charge or penalty. Collect all your belongings from the car and conduct a final inspection to confirm if it’s in the right technical state. You can then proceed to the rental counters to hand over the keys. Avis and Budget have an easy drop-off system at Hamilton Airport. For after-hour returns, you can drop the keys and completed contract in a key drop location and leave. Your receipt and security deposit refund (if eligible) will be sent to you later.
  • Hamilton Airport can get busy during certain times of the year, especially from December to March, when most tourists flock to the city. Collecting or returning your rented car can be difficult during this period because of the long queues at the airport’s car rental area. You may also encounter long queues at the car rental facility on weekends, holidays, and popular festivals like Ramp Festival, Bastille Day Celebration, and Toi Ora ki Kirikiriroa Hamilton Arts Festival.
  • Book your car hire at Hamilton airport at least 3 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price

FAQs about renting a car at Hamilton airport

  • What documents do I need to rent a car at Hamilton Airport?

    To get a car rental at Hamilton Airport, you must provide a valid driving license, an International Driving Permit, a major credit card for payment, and a valid identification document with a photo. Most companies prefer a license that has been valid for at least one year. Some agencies may ask for a printout of the rental confirmation voucher emailed to you when making a reservation, or even proof of insurance.

  • Where are the car rental offices at Hamilton Airport?

    Different car rental agencies have offices at Hamilton Airport, including Avis, Budget, Europcar, Ez Rent a Car, Thrifty, and Hertz. The car rental desks are conveniently located on the ground floor of the Terminal, a short walk from the Arrivals Hall.

  • What amenities are offered at Hamilton Airport’s car rental center?

    Hamilton Airport has different amenities conveniently located in the main Terminal in places that can be accessed easily from the car rental center. You’ll find ATM’s babycare facilities, conference facilities, food concessions, duty-free shopping outlets, luggage carts, and mobile charging stations. Travelers with reduced mobility can find wheelchair assistance, accessible parking spaces, and barrier-free amenities like elevators and ramps.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Hamilton airport?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Hamilton airport to off-airport locations include Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, and Thrifty.

Hamilton Airport car rental reviews and directory 
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EZI

8.0

Very Good

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

8.0

One location in Hamilton Airport

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Locations in Hamilton Airport

Airport Road, RD2

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Full-size SUV

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The experience was pleasant.

1 out of 0

Hertz

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

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Airport Road R D 3

+64 7 839 4824

Monday07:00 - 20:30
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Thrifty

4.0

Mediocre

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Airport Road R D 3

+64 800 737 070

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Hamilton Ap

+64 7 834 2190

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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keddy by Europcar

8.0

Very Good

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Terminal Building

+64 7823 0990

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Firefly

6.4

Okay

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Hamilton Apt

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Apollo Car Rentals

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Hamilton Airport

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Avis

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Airport Rd

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Budget

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Terminal Building

Monday07:30 - 20:30
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Moto Car Rental

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Airport Desk, Hamilton Airport

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One traveller who rented a car in Hamilton Airport gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.6

Car rental locations at Hamilton Airport

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Most popular car type

Intermediate