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Thrifty, Wellington Airport Car Rental

Thrifty 500+ ratings, 4 reviews

Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

9.0 / 10 Excellent

Thrifty - Wellington Airport Information, Car Rental Instructions & Policies

Address

Wellington Airport Wellington Airport Airport Desk

Telephone

04 388 9494 / 04 388 9494

Pick-up Instructions

The Thrifty - Wellington Airport car rental location is in terminal

You can walk to the counter of Thrifty - Wellington Airport car rental.

Once you have arrived at Wellington Airport, call our office on 04 388 9494.

Drop-off Instructions

Follow the signs for the rental car returns on Stewart Duff Drive. When you get to the entrance barrier for the car park press the button on the machine and take a ticket. Follow the signs to the rental car area, insert the ticket at the barrier arm. The barrier will raise and let you enter the Rentals area. Once you’re in the rental car park use any available Thrifty car park. Lock the vehicle and return the keys to the Thrifty counter on the ground floor of the terminal building (located near the baggage claim area).

Opening Hours

Days of WeekSundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
Opening hours
00:00 -01:30
06:30 -23:59
00:00 -01:30
06:00 -23:59
00:00 -01:30
06:00 -23:59
00:00 -01:30
06:00 -23:59
00:00 -01:30
06:00 -23:59
00:00 -01:30
06:00 -23:59
00:00 -01:30
06:00 -23:59

Deposit

Deposits are depending on which car type your rental car falls into, and can be paid with credit cards (pre-authorization)
Representative Car ModelsDeposit Amount(approx.)Business Days Required for Refund

Applicable to all car types，incl. Compact，Suv，Economy，Mini and others.

Pack up ^
USD300-500030-60

Accepted Cards

Credit cards from the following providers are accepted for rentals at this location: Visa, Master

E-voucher

Yes. E-voucher is accepted. Show the digital voucher on your mobile instead of a print-out is good enough.

Age requirements

21 - 99 years old

Young Driver Fee applies at 21 - 24 years old with charge of NZD 17.5 per day approximately.

Driver's License Requirements

The main driver and any additional drivers must provide a full physical driving licence with no major endorsements. The license should be held for at least 1 year(s).

For foreign renters, you need to bring:

Original driving licence + NZTA Translation

The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA), a professional organization, certifies driver's license translations specifically intended for self-driving rental vehicles within the New Zealand. Free online NZTA for Japanese driver's license holders: https://www.qeeq.com/nzta-topic

Original driving licence + International Driving Permit (IDP)

Please note that an International Driving Permit (IDP) is only a translation. You must present your original driving licence together with the original IDP at the counter — photocopies or scanned copies are not accepted.

For local renters, you need to bring:

Full driver's license issued in New Zealand

Additional Extras

Extras Prices
Extras Prices
Additional driver
Additional driver
Note that all drivers must provide their valid documentation.
NZD 5.5/day
GPS rental
GPS rental
Provided by the local stores. Usually, interface and voice are of the local language.
NZD 12.6/day
Infant car seat rental
Infant car seat rental
Recommended for children weighing under 20 lbs /9kg (birth to approx. 1-12 months).
NZD 14.95/day
capped at NZD 59.8
Child car seat rental
Child car seat rental
Recommended for children weighing 20-40 lbs /9-18kg (approx. 1 - 3 years)‌
NZD 14.95/day
Child booster seat rental
Child booster seat rental
Recommended for children weighing 40-80 lbs /18-36 kg
NZD 14.95/day

Cross Border

To be updated

Cross Islands

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Towards any New Zealand islands, taking rental cars crossing islands is allowed with certain conditions.
Multi-island travel is still possible by making two separate bookings for the whole journey, one for each island. Single bookings that include rentals on both islands is no longer possible. STARTING ON ONE ISLAND, ENDING ON THE OTHER： Make your booking from where you plan to begin and end your journey. Please provide the details of when you plan to cross between the islands in the comments section of your booking including ferry date and time, without this information we are unable to guarantee a vehicle will be available for you. Book your ferry crossing early and check your rental agreement, if your cross-over date has changed call rental company 5 days before your ferry. If we are not advised of changes, we cannot guarantee a vehicle will be available. Vehicles must be returned to the original rental Island and we will charge a relocation fee of up to $1000 NZD + GST if this does not occur. The rental process remains the same if your rental involves travelling on both islands but starting and ending on the same. Please note you will be liable for the ferry cross over costs.

Ferry Transportation: Allowed

Thrifty allows you to bring the rental vehicle on the ferry. However ferry companies may charge you to bring a vehicle across Cook Strait.

Excess

Collision Damage Waiver Excess differs by car model:

NZD 4000-5000 for other car models.

NZD 0 for Hyundai Ioniq,Ford Focus,Toyota Cross Hybrid,Suzuki Vitara,Cubic Metre Van,Volkswagen Caddy Maxi,Chevrolet Spark,Mystery Vehicle,Toyota Camry Hybrid-hybrid,Audi Q3,Toyota Kluger Hybrid,Toyota Highlander,Ford Mustang Gt,Seat Alhambra,Hyundai Elantra,Toyota C-hr,S Ford Kuga Aut.,Kia Sportage,Cubic Metre Van,Bmw X3 4x4--4wd,Toyota Hilux Double,Benz Vito,Polestar 2,Special,

NZD 5500 for Hyundai Ioniq,

NZD 5500 for Ford Focus,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Cross Hybrid,

NZD 5900 for Suzuki Vitara,

NZD 6001 for Cubic Metre Van,

NZD 6001 for Volkswagen Caddy Maxi,

NZD 5500 for Chevrolet Spark,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Camry Hybrid-hybrid,

NZD 0 for Audi Q3,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Highlander,

NZD 7200 for Ford Mustang Gt,

NZD 6001 for Seat Alhambra,

NZD 0 for Hyundai Elantra,

NZD 5500 for Toyota C-hr,

NZD 5500 for S Ford Kuga Aut.,

NZD 5500 for Kia Sportage,

NZD 6001 for Bmw X3 4x4--4wd,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Hilux Double,

NZD 6001 for Benz Vito,

NZD 6001 for Polestar 2,

NZD 0 for Hertz Mystery Vehicle,

NZD 5900 for ,

NZD 6900 for ,

Theft Insurance Excess differs by car model:

NZD 0 for Hyundai Ioniq,Ford Focus,Toyota Cross Hybrid,Suzuki Vitara,Cubic Metre Van,Volkswagen Caddy Maxi,Chevrolet Spark,Mystery Vehicle,Toyota Camry Hybrid-hybrid,Audi Q3,Toyota Kluger Hybrid,Toyota Highlander,Ford Mustang Gt,Seat Alhambra,Hyundai Elantra,Toyota C-hr,S Ford Kuga Aut.,Kia Sportage,Cubic Metre Van,Bmw X3 4x4--4wd,Toyota Hilux Double,Benz Vito,Polestar 2,Special,

NZD 0 for Hyundai Ioniq,

NZD 0 for Ford Focus,

NZD 0 for Toyota Cross Hybrid,

NZD 0 for Suzuki Vitara,

NZD 0 for Cubic Metre Van,

NZD 0 for Volkswagen Caddy Maxi,

NZD 0 for Chevrolet Spark,

NZD 0 for Toyota Camry Hybrid-hybrid,

NZD 0 for Audi Q3,

NZD 0 for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

NZD 0 for Toyota Highlander,

NZD 0 for Ford Mustang Gt,

NZD 0 for Seat Alhambra,

NZD 0 for Hyundai Elantra,

NZD 0 for Toyota C-hr,

NZD 0 for S Ford Kuga Aut.,

NZD 0 for Kia Sportage,

NZD 0 for Bmw X3 4x4--4wd,

NZD 0 for Toyota Hilux Double,

NZD 0 for Benz Vito,

NZD 0 for Polestar 2,

NZD 0 for Hertz Mystery Vehicle,

NZD 5900-7900 for other car models.

NZD 5900 for ,

NZD 6900 for ,

Third Party Liability Insurance Excess differs by car model:

NZD 5900-7900 for other car models.

NZD 5500 for Hyundai Ioniq,

NZD 5500 for Ford Focus,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Cross Hybrid,

NZD 5900 for Suzuki Vitara,

NZD 6001 for Cubic Metre Van,

NZD 6001 for Volkswagen Caddy Maxi,

NZD 5500 for Chevrolet Spark,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Camry Hybrid-hybrid,

NZD 0 for Audi Q3,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Highlander,

NZD 7200 for Ford Mustang Gt,

NZD 6001 for Seat Alhambra,

NZD 0 for Hyundai Elantra,

NZD 5500 for Toyota C-hr,

NZD 5500 for S Ford Kuga Aut.,

NZD 5500 for Kia Sportage,

NZD 6001 for Bmw X3 4x4--4wd,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Hilux Double,

NZD 6001 for Benz Vito,

NZD 6001 for Polestar 2,

NZD 0 for Hertz Mystery Vehicle,

Fuel Policy (what does it mean)

To be updated

Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks

Airports

0.3 mi from Wellington Airport

Railway Stations

3.8 mi from Wellington Railway Station

Hotels

3.4 mi from Boulcott Suites

Other Landmarks

3.3 mi from Civic Square

4 mi from Parliament Buildings

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Guest Reviews

Total points： 9.0 / 10 Excellent

  • Vehicle condition: 9.5
  • Vehicle cleanliness: 9.5
  • Spaciousness: 9.5
  • Counter staff: 10.0
  • Pick-up location: 8.5
  • Drop-off location: 7.5
  • Pick-up time: 0-10 mins
  • Drop-off time: 0-10 mins

  • J.Kalyan

    Wellington

    8.7 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Monday, December 22, 2025

    Expected a Nissan SUV, but was Suprised by a Bigger Mitsubishi SUV
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  • P.SALESULU

    Wellington

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Monday, December 22, 2025

    Thank you for the service and keep up with the good work. God Bless.
    Read More >

  • G.Rogers

    Wellington

    9.3 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Monday, December 22, 2025

    Car was upgraded from a Corolla to an X-Trail. When I picked up the car it was raining and I didn't notice extra damage in the rear that wasn't listed on the form at the time of pickup. I took a photo of the damage straight away when I arrived at the motel and then drove back to Thrifty the next day to inform them, I was told to send the photo to an e-mail that keeps bouncing back to me. Haven't heard anything.
    Read More >

  • Anonymous

    Wellington

    8.3 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Monday, December 22, 2025

    Always Clean and tidy
    Read More >

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What's the address of the rental location?

Wellington Airport Wellington Airport Airport Desk

What is the Telephone Number?

04 388 9494/ 04 388 9494

How to Pick up from Branch or Car Park & After Hours Pickup Must-know?

The Thrifty - Wellington Airport car rental location is in terminal

You can walk to the counter of Thrifty - Wellington Airport car rental.

Once you have arrived at Wellington Airport, call our office on 04 388 9494.

How to Return The Rental Car, Car Park or Key Box & After Hours Return Instructions?

Follow the signs for the rental car returns on Stewart Duff Drive. When you get to the entrance barrier for the car park press the button on the machine and take a ticket. Follow the signs to the rental car area, insert the ticket at the barrier arm. The barrier will raise and let you enter the Rentals area. Once you’re in the rental car park use any available Thrifty car park. Lock the vehicle and return the keys to the Thrifty counter on the ground floor of the terminal building (located near the baggage claim area).

What are the Accepted Cards as Payment Methods for this Car Rental Location?

Can I Pick up Rental Cars with a E-voucher?

Yes. E-voucher is accepted. Show the digital voucher on your mobile instead of a print-out is good enough.

What are the Driver's Age Requirements for this Car Rental Company?

21 - 99 years old

Young Driver Fee applies at 21 - 24 years old with charge of NZD 17.5 per day approximately.

What are the Driving Licence Requirements to Rent a Car from this Car Rental Location?

The main driver and any additional drivers must provide a full physical driving licence with no major endorsements. The license should be held for at least 1 year(s).

  • For foreign renters, you need to bring:

    Original driving licence + NZTA Translation

    The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA), a professional organization, certifies driver's license translations specifically intended for self-driving rental vehicles within the New Zealand. Free online NZTA for Japanese driver's license holders: https://www.qeeq.com/nzta-topic

    Original driving licence + International Driving Permit (IDP)

    Please note that an International Driving Permit (IDP) is only a translation. You must present your original driving licence together with the original IDP at the counter — photocopies or scanned copies are not accepted.

  • For local renters, you need to bring:

    Full driver's license issued in New Zealand

Additional Extras

  • Additional driver NZD 5.5/day

    Note that all drivers must provide their valid documentation.

  • GPS rental NZD 12.6/day

    Provided by the local stores. Usually, interface and voice are of the local language.

  • Infant car seat rental NZD 14.95/day

    capped at NZD 59.8

    Recommended for children weighing under 20 lbs /9kg (birth to approx. 1-12 months).

  • Child car seat rental NZD 14.95/day

    Recommended for children weighing 20-40 lbs /9-18kg (approx. 1 - 3 years)‌

  • Child booster seat rental NZD 14.95/day

    Recommended for children weighing 40-80 lbs /18-36 kg

What are the Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks from this Store?

  • Airports

    0.3 mi from Wellington Airport

  • Railway Stations

    3.8 mi from Wellington Railway Station

  • Hotels

    3.4 mi from Boulcott Suites

  • Other Landmarks

    3.3 mi from Civic Square

    4 mi from Parliament Buildings

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