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Thrifty, Dunedin Airport Car Rental

Thrifty 200+ ratings, 1 reviews

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

9.3 / 10 Excellent

Thrifty - Dunedin Airport Information, Car Rental Instructions & Policies

Address

Dunedin Airport Dunedin Airport Airport Desk

Telephone

03 486 2537 / 03 486 2537

Pick-up Instructions

The Thrifty - Dunedin Airport car rental location is in terminal

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

The car rental store is located in the car rental building next to the airport terminal. Please follow the "Rental Cars" signs to find it.

Drop-off Instructions

On entering the airport, drive past the public car park and continue past the terminal, follow the signs to the Rental Cars car park. Park in a designated Thrifty Car Park, lock you car and return the keys to the Thrifty counter in the terminal.

Opening Hours

Days of WeekSundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
Opening hours
08:00 -19:30
08:00 -21:00
08:00 -21:00
08:00 -21:00
08:00 -21:00
08:00 -21:00
08:00 -21:00

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 Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid,Geely Coolray,Kia Niro,Citroen C3 Aircross,Cubic Metre Van,Renault Trafic,Renault Clio 5,Mystery Vehicle,Toyota Camry Hybrid,Volvo Xc60 Hybride,Toyota Kluger Hybrid,Skoda Kodiaq,Ford Mustang Gt,Ford Galaxy,Toyota Camry Hybrid,Kia Xceed,Vauxhall Grandland X,Kia Seltos,Kia Sportage,Iveco Daily,Ford Everest-4wd,Ford Ranger Wildtrak-4wd,Toyota Alphard,Polestar 2,Mystery Vehicle Commercial,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid,

NZD 5500 for Geely Coolray,

NZD 5500 for Kia Niro,

NZD 5900 for Citroen C3 Aircross,

NZD 6001 for Cubic Metre Van,

NZD 6001 for Renault Trafic,

NZD 5500 for Renault Clio 5,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD 0 for Volvo Xc60 Hybride,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

NZD 6001 for Skoda Kodiaq,

NZD 7200 for Ford Mustang Gt,

NZD 6001 for Ford Galaxy,

NZD 0 for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD 0 for Kia Xceed,

NZD 5500 for Vauxhall Grandland X,

NZD 5500 for Kia Seltos,

NZD 5500 for Kia Sportage,

NZD 6001 for Iveco Daily,

NZD 6001 for Ford Everest-4wd,

NZD 6001 for Ford Ranger Wildtrak-4wd,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Alphard,

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 Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid,Geely Coolray,Kia Niro,Citroen C3 Aircross,Cubic Metre Van,Renault Trafic,Renault Clio 5,Mystery Vehicle,Toyota Camry Hybrid,Volvo Xc60 Hybride,Toyota Kluger Hybrid,Skoda Kodiaq,Ford Mustang Gt,Ford Galaxy,Toyota Camry Hybrid,Kia Xceed,Vauxhall Grandland X,Kia Seltos,Kia Sportage,Iveco Daily,Ford Everest-4wd,Ford Ranger Wildtrak-4wd,Toyota Alphard,Polestar 2,Mystery Vehicle Commercial,

NZD 0 for Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid,

NZD 0 for Geely Coolray,

NZD 0 for Kia Niro,

NZD 0 for Citroen C3 Aircross,

NZD 0 for Cubic Metre Van,

NZD 0 for Renault Trafic,

NZD 0 for Renault Clio 5,

NZD 0 for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD 0 for Volvo Xc60 Hybride,

NZD 0 for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

NZD 0 for Skoda Kodiaq,

NZD 0 for Ford Mustang Gt,

NZD 0 for Ford Galaxy,

NZD 0 for Kia Xceed,

NZD 0 for Vauxhall Grandland X,

NZD 0 for Kia Seltos,

NZD 0 for Kia Sportage,

NZD 0 for Iveco Daily,

NZD 0 for Ford Everest-4wd,

NZD 0 for Ford Ranger Wildtrak-4wd,

NZD 0 for Toyota Alphard,

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 Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid,

NZD 5500 for Geely Coolray,

NZD 5500 for Kia Niro,

NZD 5900 for Citroen C3 Aircross,

NZD 6001 for Cubic Metre Van,

NZD 6001 for Renault Trafic,

NZD 5500 for Renault Clio 5,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD 0 for Volvo Xc60 Hybride,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

NZD 6001 for Skoda Kodiaq,

NZD 7200 for Ford Mustang Gt,

NZD 6001 for Ford Galaxy,

NZD 0 for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD 0 for Kia Xceed,

NZD 5500 for Vauxhall Grandland X,

NZD 5500 for Kia Seltos,

NZD 5500 for Kia Sportage,

NZD 6001 for Iveco Daily,

NZD 6001 for Ford Everest-4wd,

NZD 6001 for Ford Ranger Wildtrak-4wd,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Alphard,

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

Nearby Dunedin Airport

Railway Stations

15.2 mi from Dunedin Railway Station

Hotels

15.2 mi from The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

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Guest Reviews

Total points： 9.3 / 10 Excellent

  • Vehicle condition: 8.0
  • Vehicle cleanliness: 10.0
  • Spaciousness: 10.0
  • Counter staff: 10.0
  • Pick-up location: 10.0
  • Drop-off location: 8.0
  • Pick-up time: 10-30 mins
  • Drop-off time: 0-10 mins

  • Ben K

    Dunedin

    9.3 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Friday, December 26, 2025

    Perfectly smooth. The staff at the Dunedin Airport counter was awaiting my arrival and gave a free additional driver add-on for my partner. The car was mechanically perfect. Do check the condition of the car as they may not report small scratches or dents, etc. so take a photo and email them as evidence so that you won't get penalised when you return it or verify together with one of their staff, just like we did.
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What's the address of the rental location?

Dunedin Airport Dunedin Airport Airport Desk

What is the Telephone Number?

03 486 2537/ 03 486 2537

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

The Thrifty - Dunedin Airport car rental location is in terminal

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

The car rental store is located in the car rental building next to the airport terminal. Please follow the "Rental Cars" signs to find it.

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

On entering the airport, drive past the public car park and continue past the terminal, follow the signs to the Rental Cars car park. Park in a designated Thrifty Car Park, lock you car and return the keys to the Thrifty counter in the terminal.

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

    Nearby Dunedin Airport

  • Railway Stations

    15.2 mi from Dunedin Railway Station

  • Hotels

    15.2 mi from The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

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