Car rental in Auckland

Exploring Auckland and New Zealand by rental car

Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand, with a population of about 1.5 million. A good third of the country's population lives here. The vast country, which is spread over two islands called North and South Island, is perfect to explore with a rental car. Via Driveboo you can compare the offers of the car rentals in Auckland and book your rental car online quickly and easily.

Trips by rental car around Auckland in autumn

Explore not only the City of Sails with your rental car, but also its breathtaking surroundings: head to Auckland's largest regional park, the Waitakere Ranges, and enjoy the blend of rainforest and Tasman Sea. Film fans should not miss a trip to Hobbiton and see the world of the Hobbits with their own eyes. Not far from the filming location, the historic Te Whakarewarewa Valley with its geysers, mud baths and hot springs awaits in Te Puia. From there it is not far to the Waitomo Caves, which are a real tourist magnet with their glowworms. We have listed particularly beautiful and interesting excursion destinations in the vicinity in the following table with details of the distance.

Piha Beach

Island of Waiheke

Where is the best place to rent a car in Auckland?

Both in the city and at the airport numerous car rental agencies are waiting for you. You can choose the pickup location according to your plans. If you arrive at Auckland Airport (AKL) and want to be flexible from the start of your trip with a rental car, cheap car hire is available right at the airport. There are several providers with rental cars in different categories. Do the check and get a detailed overview with the providers and available vehicles!

Is there a toll in New Zealand?

At the moment there are three toll roads in New Zealand, all on the North Island: North of Auckland, you must pay to drive on the Northern Gateway Toll Road, and near Tauranga, the Tauranga Eastern Link Toll Road and Takitimu Drive Toll Road are toll roads. To pay, we recommend that you use the online service. Although it is also possible to pay at vending machines or by phone. However, additional fees will be charged. You can pay in advance or up to five days after your trip with the rental car. Otherwise, there will be additional costs and a handling fee of 40 NZ dollars will be charged.

What are the speed limits in New Zealand?

• Interurban: 50 km/h
• Out of town: 100 km/h

A speeding ticket can cost up to 650 NZ dollars. Prices varybetween 30 and 650 NZ dollars - depending on how fast you were driving. By the way, car rental companies charge an extra 60 NZ dollars for processing your ticket. However, you can avoid this fee if you pay directly at the nearest police station.

What insurance is needed for car rental in Auckland?

When renting a car, regardless of the country, you should always choose the insurance "fully comprehensive without excess" for your own protection. Furthermore, you should pay attention to a high liability coverage. The liability should cover at least a damage sum of one million euros, even a sum of 7.5 million would be better.

Do I have to pay a higher rental car deposit in Auckland?

All car rental providers require a deposit, the amount of the deposit varies from car rental company to car rental company. However, it depends primarily not on the currency, but on the vehicle type. If the rental car is returned without damage, the previously charged amount will be credited back to the credit card or you will optionally be refunded your cash deposit.

How to include an additional driver for the rental car:

Who does not want to spend the whole time of the stay in Auckland and in New Zealand alone at the wheel, which can include a additional driver for the rental car with the car rental. Usually a small additional fee is required for this, a price that is often settled per rented day. There are however also offers, which include a additional driver free of charge. Here an online comparison is worthwhile in advance.

Fueling in Auckland: All about fuel!

Earlier or later, you will not be spared the trip to a gas station. Basically, there are very many gas stations in New Zealand. However, the opening hours can also sometimes put a spoke in your wheel if you drive on the last drop. That's because outside of the major cities, many gas stations close at 8 p.m. and are completely closed on Sundays.

When is it worth traveling to Auckland?

The seasons in New Zealand are exactly the opposite of those in Germany. In our summer, it can snow in New Zealand. And when we're freezing in fur coats, Kiwis are swimming in the ocean. The peak season is in the summer there from December to February. At this time, however, prices are also the highest. Not least because this also coincides with the New Zealand summer holidays. In March and April, the weather is usually still stable with pleasant temperatures, but prices are already falling. Therefore, these two months are seen as the best time to travel. In April, car rental prices can be 50 percent lower than in the summer.

Discover Auckland and surroundings by rental car

Auckland may be the largest city in the country, but those used to real big cities will be surprised: Auckland doesn't feel like an anonymous metropolis. Due to 52 inactive volcanoes, the landscape is characterized by extensive parks and green spaces right into the center. The multicultural flair reflects the cosmopolitanism. The numerous sea bays also contribute their part to the external image of the city. They are also the reason for the nickname City of Sails - City of Sails.