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Dunedin Airport (DUD)

Address:

Terminal Building,
(South Island), Dunedin, 9073, New Zealand

Phone:

(64) 3-486-2780

Hours of Operation:

Sun 8:30 AM - 9:30 PM; Mon - Fri 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM; Sat 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Location Information
General Directions
COUNTER: Located on the ground floor, past baggage claim.

CARS: Exit the terminal, proceeding left and cross the road to the car park.

RETURNS: Take Airport Rd past the terminal. The rental car park is on the right hand side.

AFTER-HOURS RETURNS: Available during airport operating hours. Key drop box on counter inside terminal.
After-hours Returns
Park & lock the car. Place the completed contract & the keys in the Drop Box located in the Returns area. Remember to take your personal belongings with you.

Dunedin Airport Car rental and Location details

Our Car Hire Fleet

Cars

Do you need a car rental at Dunedin Airport to explore the city and surrounding area? At Avis, we have a great selection of passenger cars and commercial vehicles to choose from. From 4WD rental to EV rental, from truck hire to mini bus rental, we supply reliable vehicles with every booking. Whether you're going on a family holiday or in town for work, we're sure to have what you need. All of our vehicles are maintained by experienced mechanics and kept in perfect condition, so you can book with complete confidence.

Commercial Vehicle Hire - Ute - Van - Truck - Bus

Along with hatches, sedans, and SUVs, we specialise in commercial vehicles of all shapes and sizes. We keep a large and highly capable commercial fleet at our Dunedin Airport station, with all vehicles selected for local conditions and industries. From ute rental and mini bus hire packages to truck rental, bus hire, electric car hire, and van rental at Dunedin Airport, you'll always find what you need.

Whether you're a local business owner, a hardworking tradie, or a family that wants to move house, our commercial fleet has been designed to support all scenarios. We offer standard ute hire and mini van hire solutions, as well as truck rental, bus rental, and van hire at Dunedin Airport. We are the trusted ute - van - truck - bus rental company.

Our Car Rental Deals & Offers

At Avis, we want to ensure our Dunedin Airport car rental services are available to everyone.

Whether you’re planning to spend an extended period exploring the city or simply need transportation to explore the city centre, our long-term car rentals are a great option. Additionally, to help you save money on your car hire, we recommend searching for our car rental deals.

FAQs

How much does it cost to hire a car at Dunedin Airport?

The cost of vehicle hire at Dunedin Airport varies considerably based on many factors. First and foremost, the type of vehicle you need will impact the price. While standard car hire at Dunedin Airport is very affordable, specialised solutions like mini van rental, SUV hire, and 4WD hire can be more expensive. Second, the rental period will also affect the final price, with longer periods likely to cost more. Saying that, however, long-term car rental discounts are available for some models. Last but not least, additional things like insurance coverage and drop-off locations can also impact the cost.

What are the opening hours for the Dunedin Airport station?

Dunedin Airport is one of the busiest airports in the South Island. Frequented by locals and tourists alike, it has all the amenities you would expect in a major airport. The Avis Dunedin Airport station is open 7 days a week for your convenience. Opening hours are 8:30 AM to 9:00 PM on Sunday, 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM on Monday to Friday, and 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturday. If you need 4WD rental, EV rental, or SUV rental, our rental counter is easy to access inside the main terminal building.

Do I need a New Zealand driving license to rent a car at Dunedin Airport?

The Driver must (i) hold a full, current and valid driving licence (not being a learners licence or provisional licence), (ii) have an International Driving Permit (IDP) or official translation (if a licence is not in Roman alphabet), (iii) have held their licence for minimum 12 consecutive months immediately prior to signing the Rental Agreement.

An International Driving Permit is not a stand-alone document and this must be carried with your valid domestic driving licence for it to be valid.

Digital drivers licences are only accepted in the issuing state. If you're travelling interstate you must present a physical (plastic) drivers licence.

What is the age requirement to rent a car at Dunedin Airport?

The minimum age to drive a vehicle with Avis is 21 years of age. All drivers must hold a current, full, and valid driver's licence, that has been valid for a minimum of 12 consecutive months. A young driver surcharge may apply.

Can I rent a car at Dunedin Airport and return it to a different location?

You can amend your booking online by clicking on this link and following the prompts or on our mobile app. If you have trouble amending your booking online please contact the location you collected the vehicle from to make amendments.

Can I rent ski racks, snowboard racks and snow chains?

At Avis, we have a range of ski accessories that can be added to your rental. Available from select locations refer to the recommended extras and equipment tab on step 3 of the booking process for further information.

What time does Dunedin Airport open?

Dunedin Airport is not open 24 hours a day, closing at 9.30PM each night and re-opening at 6.00AM each morning.

Does Dunedin have an international airport?

Dunedin Airport is officially known as Dunedin International Airport, although the only international destination in current service is Brisbane, Australia.

How far is Dunedin City Centre from Dunedin Airport?

Dunedin Airport is located 28 km from the Dunedin CBD, with a drive taking roughly 25 minutes depending on the traffic.

Driving in Dunedin

Getting around Dunedin is easy when you have a reliable Avis vehicle. The city has a great road network and is easy to navigate, although congestion can be an issue during peak hours. Local speed limits range from 10 km/h in special zones to 50 km/h in built-up areas and 110 km/h on highways. Whether you get an EV hire, 4WD rental, or something else entirely, Dunedin is a great city to explore via road. The closest service stations to Dunedin Airport are the Z on the corner of Gladstone Road and Quarry Road, the BP at 72 Gordon Road, and the Mobil just up the road on Factory Road.

Explore Dunedin

If you're visiting Dunedin for a holiday or for work, getting your own vehicle is the best way to explore the city. There is so much to see and do in the CBD and surrounding countryside, including Larnach Castle, the Tuhura Otago Museum, and the Dunedin Botanic Garden. Dunedin is a city full of historical attractions, and it's also the gateway to lots of fantastic natural wonders. Close to the city, you will find Tunnel Beach, the Orokonui Ecosanctuary, and lots of amazing hiking and cycling trails. Whether you're looking for electric car rental, SUV rental, or standard car rental at Dunedin Airport, Avis offers the best car rental deals in town.

Renter Requirements

Prepay Terms

Pay Now Terms & Conditions

Booking Conditions

  • At time of pick-up, location specific rental qualification rules apply to your rental. You must also agree to the rental terms and conditions (Rental Agreement) unless you are an Avis Preferred member and have opted into the master rental agreement. You must comply with our Rental Requirements. The full name on the reservation must match the name of the person collecting the vehicle as validated on their drivers license and credit/debit card. If the names do not match, it may be deemed by Avis as a non-permissible change to your Pay Now reservation and Avis may be required to cancel and re-book at the current rates (including any reasonable and applicable cancellation fees).

Pay now and Pay at Location

  • With Pay Now bookings, you pay for the rental period and optional extras when you book. Not all optional extras are capable of being pre-paid. Any optional extras that have been pre-booked but that cannot be pre-paid will be designated as Pay at Location and the conditions regarding Pay at Location may apply.
  • Additional charges may apply at the end of the rental period and must be paid at the relevant location (e.g. fuel charges and extending your rental period, however, we cannot guarantee that your pre-paid daily car rate will apply).
  • Pre-authorizations:

    At the start of your rental, a hold will be placed on your credit/debit card for the total estimated rental charges plus an additional pre-authorization of up to $200 NZD.  You must use an approved payment card that is in your name and has enough funds available.

    • A pre-authorization holds an amount of money in your account.  Once a pre-authorization has been held, you will not be able to use that money.
    • At the end of your rental, the final payment amount will be processed and if applicable, the unused portion will be released.  Depending on your bank, the money is usually released within 7-10 working days.  Avis will not be held responsible for any overdraft. 

Changing your booking - all booking types

  • You may change your booking (whether a Pay Now or Pay at Location booking) any time before the day you are due to pick-up the vehicle by calling reservations or managing your booking online (if available). We will send you a revised booking confirmation email confirming your new booking details and new amount to be paid to your email address provided.
  • If you return the vehicle before the original return date (early return), you will not be refunded any portion of your payment. This does not detract from your rights as a consumer under applicable consumer protection legislation, including the New Zealand Consumer Law.

Cancellations - all booking types

  • You may cancel your booking at any time before the day you are due to collect your vehicle by calling reservations or managing your booking online (if available).
  • Depending on when you cancel, you will be charged a cancellation fee or no-show fee.
  • You should retain your reservation confirmation number, as it is necessary for any modifications and cancellations. Modifications or Cancellations to your prepay reservation must be made on Avis.co.nz or by calling reservations.
  • If you need to cancel at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled pick-up time, you will be refunded the pre-paid amount less a cancellation fee of up to $86.25 NZD.
  • If you need to cancel within 24 hours prior to the scheduled pick-up time, you will be refunded the pre-paid amount less a cancellation fee of up to $172.50 NZD.
  • If the value of the reservation is less than the cancellation fee, you will not be charged any further amount and will not be entitled to any refund.
  • If you fail to cancel your reservation prior to the pick-up time and do not collect the vehicle on the pick-up date, a no show fee of the entire prepaid amount will be forfeited.
  • Amounts indicated above are inclusive of GST and fees. Additional card fees may apply.

Payment Methods

  • Avis generally accepted credit cards include Visa, MasterCard and American Express. However, some locations may not accept all card types. Card transaction fees may apply please refer to the card transaction fee terms and conditions for more information.
  • Debit cards are not accepted at some Avis locations and are not a recommended form of prepayment.
  • Debit cards or cash may be used at the end of the rental period for payment of additional charges.
  • Coupons may be applied to Pay Now rentals. Vouchers or Avis rental certificates cannot be used in conjunction with a Pay Now reservation.
  • Gift Cards (Avis or any other) are not allowed on Pay Now reservations.

Rates

  • Your quoted rental rate is based on the exact parameters (locations, dates, etc.) of your particular rental. Any change to your confirmed reservation may result in a different rate being charged.
  • Your total rental rate is calculated based on the information provided at time of reservation.
  • Extensions or late returns may result in additional charges. These additional charges are set out in the standard terms and conditions of rental, which can be downloaded via the Avis website.

Rental Requirements

  • You must bring your reservation number or booking confirmation email with you.  This will help the location find your details so you can get on your way as quickly as possible. Your total rental rate is calculated based on the information provided at time of reservation.
  • We may refuse to allow any driver to drive the vehicle who: (i) does not hold a valid and current driving licence in the country of rental for the entire rental period, (ii) has not brought an international driving licence or official translation (if applicable), (iii) has not held their licence for the minimum period required by the rental location, (iv) has driving related convictions, or (v) who does not meet our identity, security, driving licence or credit checks.
  • The rental location may refuse to rent the vehicle if you or the person making payment fails any of the checks and this leads us to believe that you, the person making any payment for the vehicle, the driver or any additional driver results in the rental being deemed high risk.

Privacy
The collection, use, disclosure and retention of your information, including your personal information, provided to us in connection with payment for our services and products, or participation in our programs, whether directly by you or on your behalf through a payment service, is subject our Privacy Notice located on our website or in the terms and conditions of the Rental Agreement and the Privacy Act 1993.


Optional Coverages

Excess Options

Excess Reduction (ER) or Zero Excess (ZE), available at participating locations, are optional coverages that further reduce the standard excess.

reduces the standard excess. Please click here for further information.


Credit Card Policies

Avis accepted cards include; Visa, MasterCard, American Express and an Avis Charge Card. At the start of your rental, a physical credit and or a debit card must be presented. Your card must show your name, signature and card number, with applicable logo. The cardholder must be the renter and present when collecting the vehicle.

Avis does not accept, bank cards worded cardholder, nor accepts prepaid or reloadable store value cards, travel money cards and EFTPOS cards. Avis also does not accept cards presented on phones/watches and doesn't allow contactless payment methods such as pay-wave.

At the end of the rental, some Avis locations will accept a prepaid or reloadable stored value card as a final form of payment.

Please Note: Credit card and or debit cards are subject to a card transaction fee of 2.53% for Visa and MasterCard and American Express 3.57% (including GST) at time of pick-up and payment.

Avis New Zealand may require a customer renting a vehicle to complete a Rental Qualification Form and provide additional identification as it deems necessary or appropriate or in accordance with applicable law. Please see Rental Qualification Policy.


Debit Card Policies

Please see Credit Card Policies


Drivers License

The Driver must (i) hold a full, current and valid driving licence appropriate for the vehicle class while they are using the vehicle. (not being a learner’s, provisional or Pink licence) and (ii) have an International Driving Permit (IDP) or official translation (if licence is not in Roman alphabet).

New Zealand issued Pink licences will state the words Limited, Alcohol Interlock or Zero Alcohol Limit on them. Avis will not rent to a Pink licenced customer.
An International Driving Permit is not a stand-alone document and this must be carried with your valid domestic driving licence for it to be valid.

Digital drivers licence from Australia are not accepted. You must present a physical (plastic) drivers licence.

Chinese licences are acceptable as long as they are also accompanied with a full English translation from an approved translator. This also includes a notary translation done in China.


Public Liability and Property Damage

Public liability insurance is in accordance with the insurance laws of the country.  Customer may inquire at the time of rental for additional information of the benefits, conditions and acceptance.

Note: Some credit cards provide insurance coverage, with certain limitations, as a benefit of using the card to rent vehicles.  The customer is advised to contact the card issuer before the rental.  Any waiver must be discussed directly with the location upon arrival.


Additional Drivers

All additional drivers must meet the same minimum age & drivers licence requirements as the main renter. Each Additional Driver may be charged a daily fee.

For further information, view our Additional Driver policy here.


Additional Fees

Extensions or late returns result in additional charges.


Age Requirements

The minimum age to rent a vehicle is 21 years of age. A Young Driver Surcharge may apply.


Cancellations

You may cancel your booking at any time by calling reservations or managing your booking online.

 

For Pay Now reservations, depending on when you cancel, you will be charged a cancellation or no-show fee.

  • If you need to cancel at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled pick-up time, you will be refunded the pre-paid amount less a cancellation fee of up to $86.25 NZD.
  • If you need to cancel within 24 hours prior to the scheduled pick-up time, you will be refunded the pre-paid amount less a cancellation fee of up to $172.50 NZD.
  • If the value of the reservation is less than the cancellation fee, you will not be charged any further amount and will not be entitled to any refund.
  • If you fail to cancel your reservation prior to the pick-up time and do not collect the vehicle on the pick-up date, a no show fee of the entire prepaid amount will be forfeited.
  • Amounts indicated above are inclusive of GST.
  • For 'Pay at Counter' reservations, no cancellation and or no show fee applies

 


Estimated Totals


Fuel Policy

To ensure a seamless start to your journey, our vehicles are rented with a full tank of fuel. It would be appreciated if the vehicle was also returned with a full tank, however if this is not possible, a refuelling charge will be applicable. The option of pre-paid fuel is on offer at select locations and the exact rate of the refuelling charge will be available upon vehicle collection. Electric Vehicles must be returned with at least 77% charge, or you'll incur a recharge fee. 

 


Modifying Your Booking

  • You may change your booking (whether a Pay Now or Pay at Counter booking) any time before the day you are due to pick-up the vehicle by calling reservations or managing your booking online (if available). We will send you a revised booking confirmation email confirming your new booking details. For Pay Now reservations, the additional amount to be paid will be charged at time of rental pick up.
  • For Pay Now reservations, if you return the vehicle before the original return date (early return), you will not be refunded any portion of your payment. This does not detract from your rights as a consumer under applicable consumer protection legislation, including the New Zealand Consumer Law.
  • Modifying or returning your vehicle to a different location, changing the dates or the rental duration, will result in the reservation being recalculated at the new daily rates and any applicable one way fees or other charges may apply.

Multi Island Hires

Customers travelling between the North and South Islands are permitted to take Avis rental vehicles on the Inter-Island ferries across Cook Strait.

  • It is the customer's responsibility to book vehicle and passenger ferry tickets
  • A minimum hire period may apply
  • Rental can start and finish at any Avis location in NZ (subject to vehicle availability)

We recommend that our customers book the ferry crossing at their earliest convenience to secure the desired crossing date.

 

Further information and details may be found here.


Pre-Authorisations

At the start of your rental, a pre-authorisation will be placed on your credit/debit card for the total estimated rental charges.
A pre-authorisation holds an amount of money on your credit/debit card. Once a pre-authorisation has been held, you will not be able to use that money. You must have sufficient funds to cover the total estimated rental charges and the card be in your name.
At the end of your rental, the final payment amount will be processed and if applicable, the unused portion of the pre-authorisation will be released. Depending on your bank, the money is usually released within 7-10 working days. Avis will not be held responsible for any overdraft fees.
Customers who prepay or who use the Pay Now option, an additional pre-authorisation of up to $200 at time of pick up will apply.


Privacy

The collection, use, disclosure and retention of your information, including your personal information, provided to us in connection with payment for our services and products, or participation in our programs, whether directly by you or on your behalf through a payment service, is subject our Privacy Notice located on our website or in the terms and conditions of the Rental Agreement and the Privacy Act 1993.


Rates and Inclusions

The vehicle rental price is calculated based on your requested start and end dates and times, the rental location(s), the amount of time you rent for and the type of vehicle you request.

During the year, Avis offer discounted relocation rates. Relocation rates can range from $1.00 to $30.00 NZD per day.
While Avis will endeavour to provide you the vehicle group selected, you may be required to drive another vehicle due to operational requirements.
Changes to returning the vehicle to a different location other than what you select will result in the reservation being recalculated at the prevailing daily rate which will be significantly higher than the advertised price. 
Any applicable one way fee or other charges will apply.

Unless stated otherwise, the price also includes all costs you must pay - for example, GST and any Airport or Wharf fees.


Rental Qualification Policy

Avis New Zealand may require a customer renting a vehicle to complete a Rental Qualification Form and provide additional identification as it deems necessary or appropriate or in accordance with applicable law. For further information and to download the form please click here.  https://www.avis.co.nz/en/rental-qualification-policy


Travel Into Other Countries

Vehicles are not permitted to leave New Zealand.