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Fullsize

Van
34Free shuttle bus
From
R$ 237
per day

Compact

4-5 doors
53Free shuttle bus
From
R$ 247
per day

Intermediate

4-5 doors
54Free shuttle bus
From
R$ 253
per day

Economy

4-5 doors
52Free shuttle bus
From
R$ 294
per day

Mini

4-5 doors
51Free shuttle bus
From
R$ 332
per day

Premium

Pickup
52Airport terminal
From
R$ 512
per day

Fullsize

4-5 doors
54Free shuttle bus
From
R$ 371
per day

Compact

SUV
53
From
R$ 302
per day

Intermediate

Estate/station wagon
54Free shuttle bus
From
R$ 321
per day

Economy

4-5 doors
52Airport terminal
From
R$ 243
per day

Compact

4-5 doors
53Airport terminal
From
R$ 289
per day

Fullsize

SUV
54Airport terminal
From
R$ 378
per day

Premium

Pickup
52Airport terminal
From
R$ 408
per day

Intermediate

Van
24Airport terminal
From
R$ 1.196
per day

Intermediate

SUV
54Airport terminal
From
R$ 356
per day

Fullsize

Estate/station wagon
54Airport terminal
From
R$ 502
per day

Fullsize

Passenger van
84Airport terminal
From
R$ 624
per day

Intermediate

4-5 doors
54Airport terminal
From
R$ 339
per day
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These are the lowest Queenstown Airport car hire prices we found across the internet over the next 30 days, and are subject to change.

How much does Queenstown Airport car hire cost throughout the year?

Mar
R$ 188
Apr
R$ 370
May
R$ 293
Jun
R$ 200
Jul
R$ 255
Aug
R$ 295
Sep
R$ 287
Oct
R$ 335
Nov
R$ 429
Dec
R$ 418
Jan
R$ 447
Feb
R$ 378
Our data shows that March is the cheapest month to rent a car from Queenstown Airport. It’s around R$ 188 a day in March, compared to the yearly average which is R$ 790 a day.
Cheapest month avgMarch • R$ 188
Yearly avg priceR$ 786

Car hire near Queenstown Airport

Consider travelling into Queenstown to pick up your car - we found car hire deals from pick-up points in Queenstown from R$ 237.

The most popular car rental companies in Queenstown Airport

Queenstown Airport car hire: Facts on the fly

Average daily priceR$ 790
Most popular carCompact, SUV
Cheapest price foundR$ 237
Cheapest month to rentMarch
Providers at Queenstown Airport51
Most popular providerEzu Car Rental
Best time to book1 week before

Choose from the best car hire companies near Queenstown Airport

Ezi
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R$ 350per day
moto car rental
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
mode rentals
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R$ 344per day
Yes rentals
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R$ 501per day
Thrifty
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R$ 341per day
Europcar
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R$ 345per day
Ezi
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R$ 350per day
moto car rental
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
mode rentals
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R$ 344per day
Yes rentals
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R$ 501per day
Thrifty
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R$ 341per day
Europcar
Airport terminal
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R$ 345per day

Explore pick-up locations at Queenstown Airport

There are 51 car hire providers at Queenstown Airport. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

How to get the best car hire deal in Queenstown Airport

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy after you've touched down in Queenstown Airport. 

Check out car hire in Queenstown

If you can't find what you're looking for at Queenstown Airport, there could be more car hire options in Queenstown and sometimes, they're cheaper. You just have to remember that the added cost of a transfer from Queenstown Airport into Queenstown could mean you still spend more than if you opted to pick up your hire car at Queenstown Airport.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Queenstown Airport that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your mind or your plans if you need to. Or if you find a better deal elsewhere.

Book 1 week in advance

We crunched some numbers and found that most travellers bag the lowest daily rate when they book 1 week in advance. The cheapest month to hire a car from Queenstown Airport is May.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off from Queenstown Airport, look out for deals with a 'full to full' tank fuel policy.

Skip the queues at Queenstown Airport

With us, you can find car hire deals with self-service or keyless pick-up. No keys to pick up or documents to fill out means no queues. Just touch down, hop in and hit the road - perfect if you've landed at Queenstown Airport late and just want to get on your way.

Hiring a car at Queenstown Airport: FAQs

On average, car hire from Queenstown Airport is around R$ 790 per day.
No. It's a little higher than New Zealand's average daily car rental price, which is around R$ 445.
There are lots of car hire companies to choose from at Queenstown Airport - including Bargain Rental Cars, NZ Discount Car Rentals, moto car rental, Discount Car Rentals, Surprice, USave Truck & Van Rentals, FlexWays, Auto-Union, and Ace Rent a Car.
Yes – you can pick up Ezu Car Rental hire cars from Queenstown Airport. Their desk is in the airport terminal.
Yes – you can pick up Ezi hire cars from Queenstown Airport. Their desk is in the airport terminal.
Yes – you can pick up Ace Rental Cars hire cars from Queenstown Airport. Their desk is in the airport terminal.
Currently, the lowest price for car hire at Queenstown Airport we found is R$ 237. And the cheapest rate for car hire nearby is from R$ 237. It can often be cheaper to hire a car from somewhere near to Queenstown Airport, especially if there's an extra airport pick-up fee. But when you consider the cost of travelling from Queenstown Airport to the pick-up location, and back again at the end of your stay, collecting your wheels as soon as you touch down might still work out more economic, faster and easier.
Yes – you can hire a car when you touch down in Queenstown Airport and drop it off in another location, which can save you time and money.
The most popular according to travellers is Ezi, with a 4.8 rating for things like cleanliness, customer service and value. The cheapest company is currently Discount Car Rentals.
Currently, it looks like Discount Car Rentals has the cheapest car hire deal in Queenstown Airport – for R$ 338 per day. Ezu Car Rental also has car hire deals from R$ 341 per day.
Although you can often find a cheaper car hire deal away from Queenstown Airport, remember to consider: extra cost of public transport, a taxi to your hotel, or on to that pickup location on top of that price.
Yes. We understand that plans can change last minute, or you might even find a better car rental deal from Queenstown Airport. That's why we highlight the rental cars you can book now and cancel later when you search.
Yes, van hire is available at Queenstown Airport from R$ 237 per day.
When you rent a car near Queenstown Airport, most major providers require you to be at least 21 years old. Some companies charge an extra fee if you're under 25, so make sure you check before booking.
You can book car hire at Queenstown Airport in three simple steps. First, explore the range of available cars, from family-friendly SUVs to small compact cars. Next, narrow down your choices by comparing features like fuel policy, mileage and customer reviews to find the best deal. Then, once you’ve found the perfect car, you’ll be redirected to the provider’s website to book, with no extra fees.
The documents you need to rent a car at Queenstown Airport vary depending on the car hire provider. In most cases, you’ll need a valid driving licence, photo ID and a credit card. You can check with the car hire provider when you book.
Finding the best car hire deal at Queenstown Airport is quick and easy with Skyscanner. First, explore the range of available cars, from family-friendly SUVs to small compact cars. Next, narrow down your choices by comparing features like fuel policy, mileage, and customer reviews to find the best deal. Then, once you’ve found the perfect car, you’ll be redirected to the provider’s website to book, with no extra fees.

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