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Toyota Yaris car
Toyota Yaris
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
$23/day
Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
$24/day
Toyota RAV4 car
Toyota RAV4
or similar SUV
2
2
4-5
$33/day
Kia Carnival car
Kia Carnival
or similar VAN
5
5
4-5
$40/day
Toyota Highlander car
Toyota Highlander
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$41/day
Class Full-size Truck car
Class Full-size Truck
or similar PICKUPTRUCK
5
2
2/4
$34/day
Mitsubishi ASX car
Mitsubishi ASX
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$26/day
Kia Sportage car
Kia Sportage
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$31/day
Mitsubishi Outlander car
Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$34/day
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Top tips for renting a car at Wellington airport

  • Wellington Airport car rentals offer several benefits compared to public transportation services. Firstly, it allows you to explore the city and its environs at your own pace and access remote areas that are beyond reach by public transportation. In addition, renting a car provides the convenience of having a means of travel immediately upon arrival without reliance on public transportation schedules or travel routes. Renting a car also provides a large storage space for luggage as well as the comfort of secure storage during travel.
  • It is occasionally challenging to access car rentals at Wellington Airport (WLG) during peak hours or peak travel periods. Peak tourist seasons like December to February lead to a rise in demand for rental cars, hence limiting their availability at the airport. It is advisable to make a reservation in advance to increase your chances of securing a car rental during these times. Additionally, most car agencies have normal operating hours between 7:00 am to 10:00 pm, therefore accessing car rental services outside these hours may be difficult.
  • The process for returning car rentals at Wellington Airport varies depending on the car rental agency. However, you should follow the signs directing you to the car rental return area on arrival at the airport. The car rental agencies each have a designated parking bay. Therefore, you should look for specific signs and directions to your rental car company to park at their exact location. To return a rental car hired from Budget or Avis agencies, you drive along the lane on the right side of Stewart Duff Drive.
  • Multiple provide accessible car rentals at Wellington Airport. Hertz provides rental cars equipped with hand controls and steering wheel spinner knobs. Avis provides rental cars with transfer boards to allow easy movement from the wheelchair to the vehicle. Their fleets also include vehicles with spinner knobs and swivel seats for flexibility with minimum effort. Enterprise offers car rentals with a variety of adaptive driving devices, such as hand controls, spinner knobs, and pedal extenders, at no additional cost.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars at Wellington airport for $35 or less
  • Book your rental car at Wellington airport at least 2 weeks before your trip in order to get a below-average price
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FAQs about renting a car at Wellington airport

  • Where are the car rental companies situated at Wellington Airport?

    Wellington Airport offers on-site car rental services from different rental agencies. The car rental counters are located on the Ground Level, next to the domestic baggage claim. Avis and Budget car rental counters are on the ground floor close to baggage claim, and their cars are located on-site close to the terminal. The Enterprise car rental counter is at the arrivals hall of the airport terminal. Hertz car rental offices are along Stewart Duff Drive and are accessible via shuttle services from the airport.

  • What type of documentation is required to rent a car at Wellington Airport?

    The minimum driver age for renting a car is 21 years. Most car rental agencies at Wellington Airport require the driver to have a valid driving license appropriate for the vehicle class rented, as well as an International Driving Permit (IDP) or an official translation of the document. Most car rental agencies require you to present a physical credit or debit card during payment, and the name on the debit card should match the name on the driver’s license presented.

  • What are some of the eco-friendly car rentals at Wellington Airport?

    Travelers that wish to hire an eco-friendly car rental at Wellington Airport have several options to choose from. Europcar and Hertz are the main providers of compact or intermediate eco-friendly rental vehicles at the airport. Europcar car rental agency primarily offers battery powered electric vehicles at the airport. Hertz car rental agency mainly offers fuel-efficient hybrid car rentals from their Hertz Green Collection vehicles.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car at Wellington airport?

    On average a rental car at Wellington airport costs $47 per day.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company at Wellington airport?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Ace Rental Cars ($42/day), Europcar ($51/day) and Snap Rentals ($52/day).

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

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Wellington airport to off-airport locations include Europcar, Hertz, Thrifty, Budget, Ace Rental Cars, EZI, and Alamo.

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Wellington Airport car rental reviews and directory 
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Avis

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.6

One location in Wellington Airport

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Locations in Wellington Airport

Terminal Building

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59
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Budget

10.0

Wonderful

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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Wellington Airport

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from$38/day

Locations in Wellington Airport

Stewart Duff Dr

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59
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EZI

10.0

Wonderful

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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Wellington Airport

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Locations in Wellington Airport

Freight Drive

+64 4 473 1165

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2025

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Great service and a nice car at a good rate.

1 out of 1

EZU Car Rental

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Wellington Airport

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Locations in Wellington Airport

Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington 6244

+64 210 833 0996

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Yesaway

10.0

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Wellington Airport

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from$25/day

Locations in Wellington Airport

146 Hobart Street, Miramar, Wellington

+64 800 800 338

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Lovely staff, very straightforward rental with a quick and easy pick up. Also came with a ride to and from the airport which was great. Would definitely use this service again :)

1 out of 1

Apex

9.6

Best rated

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.6

Value for money

9.4

One location in Wellington Airport

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Locations in Wellington Airport

363 Broadway, Mirimar

+64 4388 6581

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
I found the APEX office relatively easily and is not far from the terminal. Staff were very friendly and when I raised an issue they attended and responded immediately to rectify. It felt like a personal service and this is a great NZ trait which I’m grateful for the company and staff who are keen to embed in their working practices. Thank You…

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
The car was clean and tidy and very economical. We have no complaints at all.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Rates were good, easy to book.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Compact

KAYAK
Very happy with the overall service and experience. Only problem was car sat nav needs updating as did not recognise new interchange on Transmission Gully Motorway and sent me the wrong way.

10.0 Wonderful

Jenni, Apr 2023

Compact

KAYAK
It was an easy, hassle-free experience. Great location next to Wellington Airport. It was more expensive than I would have liked.

1 out of 3

Hertz

9.0

Wonderful

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Cheapest deal

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.5

Value for money

9.5

One location in Wellington Airport

from$16/day

Locations in Wellington Airport

Stewart Duff Dr, Miramar

+64 4 388 7070

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:30 - 21:30
Sunday07:30 - 21:30

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Intermediate SUV

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Now my favorite rental company (just had a terrible service with the competition next to it)

Thrifty

8.5

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.5

Value for money

8.5

2 locations in Wellington Airport

from$47/day

Locations in Wellington Airport

Stewart Duff Dr, Miramar

+64 800 737 070

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:30 - 21:30
Sunday07:30 - 21:30

Wellington Ap

+64 4 388 9494

Monday07:30 - 21:30
Tuesday07:30 - 21:30
Wednesday07:30 - 21:30
Thursday07:30 - 21:30
Friday07:30 - 21:30
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday08:00 - 16:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
A map of the exact collection and return locations would have been very helpful!

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Mar 2024

SUV

KAYAK
Car was fine, but we were very disappointed that the car didn’t come with some type of navigation system, every other car we have hired in the past 5 years all have come with one.

Dollar

8.5

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

7.5

One location in Wellington Airport

from$41/day

Locations in Wellington Airport

Stewart Duff Dr, Miramar

+64 800 243 789

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:30 - 21:30
Sunday07:30 - 21:30

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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, May 2024

SUV

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Hidden costs and no mention anywhere in t&c about excess being $5900 which meant we had to buy insurance with dollar (ours only covered $5k excess). Ended up costing more than 2x “total”.

Alamo

8.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.4

Value for money

8.4

One location in Wellington Airport

from$50/day

Locations in Wellington Airport

Stewart Duff Drive Rongotai

+64 4 380 8914

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday08:00 - 16:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Supplier choice

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Friendly staff at Wellington airport, no line, easy and fast process of pick-up and drop-off

Ace Rental Cars

8.0

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.0

Value for money

8.0

2 locations in Wellington Airport

from$26/day

Locations in Wellington Airport

38-44, Hania Street

+64 800 502 277

Monday07:30 - 21:30
Tuesday07:30 - 21:30
Wednesday07:30 - 21:30
Thursday07:30 - 21:30
Friday07:30 - 21:30
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday08:00 - 16:00

Freight Drive

+64 4 471 1176

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
As a 1st time user with Ace left me disappointed 😞 from time of making the booking through to picking up vehicle which had the window screen replaced the day of pickup with tape on the window to be told "keep it there for an hour then you can pull it off" most disconcerting to having to drive away and lucky no rain to have to use the windscreen wipers!!! Also asked for some compensation but didn't get any

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2023

Compact

KAYAK
Great little car and rental experience...very economical Corolla and comfortable and drove well.. bit of confusion between it getting 'checked-in' at the airport with Hertz not informing Ace we had dropped off at appointed time forcing Ace to contact us a few days after wondering where car was...all in all a positive experience!!

Bargain Rental Cars

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.0

Value for money

7.0

One location in Wellington Airport

from$25/day

Locations in Wellington Airport

Wellington Airport - 17a Shelly Bay Road, Miramar, Wellington

+64 21 688 814

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday08:00 - 16:00

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8.0 Very good

Belinda, Feb 2025

Economy

KAYAK
Helpful staff, prompt pick up and drop off between airport and depot. Older car but it was cheap and no trouble. Drama free experience, just needs a little extra time for the short transfer.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Aug 2022

KAYAK
Radio did not work and was travelong

Mode Car & Camper Rentals

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

7.0

One location in Wellington Airport

from$21/day

Locations in Wellington Airport

Stewart Duff Dr

+64 4237 9970

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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Feb 2025

SUV

KAYAK
Car was not clean from outside when collecting

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Pick up person was not very welcoming. Nice enough but not engaging. No, how was your flight, welcome to Wellington, here for long etc.

8.0 Very good

Janet, Nov 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Everything went well, we will use them again.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, May 2024

Compact

KAYAK
The car war far too old - over 160,000 kms - and the battery struggled to get the started motor to 'turn-over'

10.0 Wonderful

Carol, Mar 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Less emails after booking as different Web names was Confusing to a senior Staff service very good

2.0 Poor

Kate, Feb 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Unimpressive Broken usb connection in car so I couldn’t charge phone Average customer service No warning about bond hold of $1200 or $600 until I arrived to collect car, and the extra fee applied Not cheap, incredibly over priced Inflexible Rude lady waving and demanding when I returned vehicle Would not deal with the company again, terrible experience

Europcar

Most popular

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.2

Value for money

7.2

One location in Wellington Airport

from$47/day

Locations in Wellington Airport

Terminal Building

+64 4 380 6617

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Sixt

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.6

Value for money

7.6

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

Stewart Duff Drive

+64 4 555 0523

Monday07:30 - 21:30
Tuesday07:30 - 21:30
Wednesday07:30 - 21:30
Thursday07:30 - 21:30
Friday07:30 - 21:30
Saturday07:30 - 21:30
Sunday07:30 - 21:30

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2.0 Poor

Fergus, Jul 2022

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Had to cancel due to COVID, took three days hire as a deposit, at 3 weeks notice. It was part of their condition (buried in the fine print)….

Snap Rentals

8.3

Very good

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

19 Shelly Bay Road, Miramar, Wellington

+64 800 288 699

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday08:00 - 16:00

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JUCY

8.2

Very good

2 locations in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

13, Jean Batten Street

Opening times not available

5 Ropa Lane

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keddy by Europcar

8.0

Very good

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

Terminal Building

+64 4380 6617

Opening times not available

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Firefly

6.4

Okay

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

Wellington Apt

+64 4388 7070

Monday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 23:59
Wednesday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Thursday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Friday00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 23:59
Saturday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Sunday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00

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Routes Car & Truck Rentals

4.0

Mediocre

2 locations in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

25 Shelly Bay Road, Maupuia

+64 4213 8938

Monday00:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:00
Wednesday00:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:00
Friday00:00 - 01:00
Saturday00:00 - 01:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00

Terminal Building

+64 4 380 6617

Monday07:30 - 21:30
Tuesday07:30 - 21:30
Wednesday07:30 - 21:30
Thursday07:30 - 21:30
Friday07:30 - 21:30
Saturday07:30 - 21:30
Sunday07:30 - 21:30

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Bargain Car Rentals

7.9

Good

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

Wellington Airport

Opening times not available

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AeroDrive

No score available yet

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

Stewart Duff Dr

+64 9666 5113

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Apollo Car Rentals

No score available yet

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

Wellington Airport

Opening times not available

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Autorent Car Rental

No score available yet

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

Wellington Airport WLG

+64 4 471 1176

Opening times not available

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Economy Rent a Car

No score available yet

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

3 Rex Street, Miramar, Wellington

Opening times not available

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

No score available yet

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

Stewart Duff Drive

+64 4 380 8914

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday08:00 - 16:00

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GO Rent A Car

No score available yet

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

Wellington airport

Opening times not available

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Go Rental Car Hire

No score available yet

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

Wellington Airport

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Go Rentals

No score available yet

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

Wellington Airport

+64 508 246 584

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday08:00 - 16:00

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Moto Car Rental

No score available yet

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

Rental Car Kiosk, Terminal Building Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington Airport, Wellington 6022

+64 800 656 564

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National

No score available yet

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

Stewart Duff Drive Rongotai

+64 4 380 8914

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday08:00 - 16:00

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NU Car

No score available yet

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

76 Tauhinu Rd. ,Miramar

+64 800 736 835

Monday06:00 - 23:59
Tuesday06:00 - 23:59
Wednesday06:00 - 23:59
Thursday06:00 - 23:59
Friday06:00 - 23:59
Saturday06:00 - 23:59
Sunday06:00 - 23:59

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Scotties

No score available yet

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

Rongotai Airport

0800-736825 - or 09-3033912

Opening times not available

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Shouqi

No score available yet

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

Terminal Building

+86 10 6064 1387

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Sunnycars

No score available yet

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

Stewart Duff Drive

Opening times not available

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VIPCars Recommendation

No score available yet

One location in Wellington Airport

Locations in Wellington Airport

Stewart Duff Dr, Rongotai, Wellington , New Zealand

+64 9 280 6251

Monday00:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:00
Wednesday00:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:00
Friday00:00 - 01:00
Saturday00:00 - 01:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00

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65 travelers who rented a car in Wellington Airport gave the car agency they used an average rating of 8.1

Car rental locations at Wellington Airport

Good to know

Most popular agency

Europcar

Most popular car type

Standard

Average price

$48/day

Good deal

$35/day

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