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Car Rental Queenstown Airport

Telephone / Freephone

+64 3 442 2733 or 0800 15 48 15

Address

202 Hawthorne Dr, Frankton, Queenstown, New Zealand

Operating Hours

0800-1700 (Mon-Sun) Last pick up from the airport 1630, shuttle service finishes at 1645.

Rent a car from our Queenstown Airport location and explore New Zealand’s adventure capital at your own pace. Omega Rental Cars supplies late-model cars with unlimited kilometres and 24/7 AA Roadside Assistance for total peace of mind. With a free daily shuttle between 8 am and 4:45 pm, you can pick up your vehicle and head off to the city without a hitch. Book a cheap car rental at Queenstown airport with Omega online today!

The Benefits of Hiring from Omega Rental Cars

Affordable Car Hire and Insurance

Omega is the best place to rent a car at Queenstown Airport without breaking the budget. Enjoy FREE baby seats, flat-rate snow chains, and some of the best car rental insurance prices in New Zealand. See our relocation specials for even more savings on your South Island adventure.

Modern Fleet of Car Rental Vehicles

Whether you want to get around the city or hit the great highways towards the Southern Alps and beyond, we have a reliable rental car to meet your needs—backed by 24/7 AA Roadside Assistance. Choose from compact hatches to spacious MPVs, all clean and completely unbranded for added security.

Trusted by 500,000+ Drivers

Thousands of satisfied customers have safely travelled around New Zealand with an Omega rental vehicle. Our local teams aim to ensure your car hire experience is utterly seamless from start to finish. Less waiting time, more time out on the road!

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Omega Queenstown Airport Depot

How to Hire a Car at Queenstown Airport

Hiring a rental car at Omega’s Queenstown Airport branch is simple. Just enter your pick-up and drop-off locations, and your desired rental time, in the online form to view vehicle availability. Choose your car and any extras, such as snow chains or FREE baby seats!

Once confirmed, your Queenstown Airport rental car will be ready with the rental agreement on the pick-up date. Our car rental Queenstown Airport location is 202 Hawthorne Dr, Frankton—just a 5-minute drive from the airport terminal building.

How to Get to Our Queenstown Airport Car Rental Location

Enjoy a free airport shuttle service from 8 am to 4:45 pm. Once you’ve grabbed your luggage and personal belongings, call us toll-free at 0800 15 48 15. We’ll send a friendly Omega representative to meet you outside the arrivals hall of the airport terminal building.

If your flight arrives after business hours, we can pick you up the following morning. Alternatively, take a 3.2 km taxi ride to our depot to collect your rental car and vehicle keys. For after-hours returns, please leave your keys in the drop box.

Flying Into Queenstown Airport? Here’s What You Need to Know

Welcoming flights from both Australia and New Zealand, Queenstown Airport handles over 2 million passengers annually, making it the fourth busiest airport in the country.

Its convenient location in the Frankton suburbs means visitors don’t need to travel far to experience the town’s best attractions. Head 15 minutes west along State Highway 6A to reach the Queenstown CBD, where you’ll find fine dining by Lake Wakatipu’s shorefront, jet boating operators, and high-end shopping markets. Head 25 minutes to 1 hour east, and you’ll reach popular ski mountains The Remarkables and Cardrona—perfect for a winter holiday.

Things to do from Queenstown Airport

Tourists enjoying the view of Queenstown's snow covered mountains after skiing.

Things to Do in Queenstown in Winter

With four local ski fields, Queenstown is the best place to get your alpine adrenaline in for the winter. Learn more about exploring the mountains and other activities for the cooler season. Read more >

Queenstown Restaurants

Queenstown features some of New Zealand’s most appreciated restaurants, its fine dining and casual eats both topping gastronomy lists each year. Explore our favourite places to dine. Read more >

Shopping in Queenstown

Home to dozens of high-end luxury stores and boutique specialty shops, Queenstown is a mecca for New Zealand-designed fashion and quality snow sportswear. Read more >

Highlands Motorsport Park

Rent a Car from Omega and Get 20% Off on Highlands activities on presentation of your Omega keytag!

Experience an international race circuit, a Jurassic Safari, outdoor go kart racing and explore the National Motorsport Museum.

Visit the Royal Albatross Centre

Keytag Bonus - 10% discount!

Visit the Royal Albatross Centre in Otago and get up close and personal with the royal albatross, blue penguins and much more! Read more >>>

A woman enjoying a facial treatment at Queenstown's Body Sanctum Spa.

Queenstown Body Sanctum Spa

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Relax after the day's adventures with a massage, facial or one many spa treatments at Queenstown's Body Sanctum. Read more >>>

A group of tourists canyoning on a mossy slope in Queenstown.

Queenstown Canyoning

Keytag Bonus - 20% off all trips!

Enjoy an unforgettable, thrilling and scenic canyoning trip with Canyoning New Zealand in Queenstown. Read more >>>

Tourists enjoying a thrilling rafting ride on the Otago Shotover River.

Queenstown Rafting with Family Adventures

Keytag Bonus - Half price photo pack!

An exhilarating rafting ride through the upper Shotover River with Family Adventures will showcase world-renowned Otago scenery and is suitable for the whole family. Read more >>>

Hire Baby Gear for Your Trip

Omega provides FREE child car seats for all car rentals; just request how many you need when you book your vehicle.

If you need additional baby, toddler, or children's equipment with your car rental, visit Tots on Tour. They hire out and deliver a wide range of quality equipment, including cots, strollers, highchairs, and more. Ensure your little ones travel safely and comfortably while here on the South Island.

Feel like a night out in New Zealand’s adventure capital? Take advantage of the Tots on Tour childcare service. All babysitters are personally interviewed, police-vetted, and reference-checked—plus, they’ll bring a bag of toys to keep the kids entertained!

Hire Snow Chains for Your South Island Adventures

Hiring a rental car at Queenstown Airport is the most budget-friendly way to reach the region’s four commercial snowfields—Cardrona Alpine Resort, Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, and Treble Cone Ski Area.

If you’re a snow seeker heading up the mountains for a ski, pick up a pair of snow chains by adding them to your online booking.

Rent snow chains for just $25 for the entire duration of your trip. Chains are specific to the tyre size of the rental vehicle you booked.

Queenstown Airport Car Hire FAQs

Visiting Queenstown Airport

2. What time does Queenstown Airport open?

Queenstown Airport is open from 05:00 until 22:30 daily.

3. How do I get to Omega’s car rental depot from Queenstown Airport?

Our Queenstown car rental airport location is at 202 Hawthorne Drive, Frankton, just a 5-minute drive from the airport. You can use the freephone at the transfer areas outside the airport’s check-in entrance to call us during office hours for our free shuttle service.

4. Is it better to rent a car at Queenstown Airport or in the city?

Most car rental companies in Queenstown are located in the Frankton area—either near the airport or directly accessible from the terminal—making it easy to start your journey as soon as you arrive.

Omega’s rental fleet is located at our Hawthorne Drive depot in Frankton, where all vehicle collections take place. Our Queenstown city office on Beach Street is available for walk-in bookings, payments, and in-person support only. It’s a handy option if you’re already in town and decide you’d like to hire a car, but you’ll still need to travel to Hawthorne Drive to collect your vehicle.

Finding Us & Our Vehicles

1. How can I find car rentals near me in Queenstown?

Omega has two convenient Queenstown car rental locations. Rent a car at the Omega Queenstown Airport depot (202 Hawthorne Dr) or in the city centre at the Omega Queenstown depot (5/93 Beach St).

2. What is the most popular rental car at Queenstown Airport?

Our Premium SUVs are the most popular vehicles for hitting the icy winter roads, while in summer, our 5-door hatchbacks rule supreme. Whatever your requirements, we have a Queenstown Airport car rental to suit!

3. What type of car do you recommend for driving around Queenstown?

If you’re here to explore New Zealand’s great outdoors, we suggest booking a comfortable, spacious SUV. Pair it with snow chains if you’re going up the mountains! MPVs are great if you’re travelling with a bigger group or need more space for gear. If you’re travelling around the city or have a stricter budget, we recommend picking up an economy car with a smaller footprint.

4. Do you have eco-friendly car hire options?

Yes, Omega offers hybrid cars for customers who want to keep fuel costs down while travelling.

Pricing & Booking Information

1. How much is it to rent a car at Queenstown Airport?

Omega offers budget-friendly car rental in Queenstown with zero hidden fees—simply fill out the online form to get an instant quote. We also offer relocation specials for extra-low car rental deals.

2. How much does it cost for an intermediate car rental at Queenstown Airport?

Select your car, then enter your pickup and drop-off locations and rental dates to get an instant quote for your chosen vehicle type. Or, contact reservations for a rental estimate on New Zealand phone (toll-free) 0800 52 52 10.

3. How much does it cost to rent a car long-term for a month in Queenstown?

Enter your pick-up and drop-off dates in our online form to see our incredible long-term vehicle rental rates. The more days you book, the more money you save on your daily rate! Book well in advance during holiday periods; high demand may drive up car hire prices.

Rental Requirements & Procedures

1. What documents do I need to bring with me to pick up the car?

To rent a car at Queenstown Airport, you’ll need to bring a valid driver’s licence and a credit card in the name of the primary driver. If your driver’s licence isn’t in English, you need to carry an accurate English translation or an International Driving Permit. See our general FAQs for more information on our car rental requirements.

2. What is the minimum and maximum age for making a booking?

Drivers must be at least 18 years old to hire a car rental at our Queenstown Airport location. No upper limits apply. If you're 65 or older, we offer a 10% discount on our daily rental rate with our 'seniorsaver' discount. You can find out more here.

3. Do you offer after-hours pick-up or drop-off?

While we only offer our airport shuttle service during business hours, you can collect or drop off your car rental at any time, free of charge. Please note that you’ll need to make your own way from the airport terminal building to our depot.

4. Can I pick up or drop off at a different location?

Yes, you can take your Queenstown Airport rental car to any of our locations across New Zealand! Simply select your pickup and drop-off locations when you book a car online. Plus, Omega doesn’t charge extra for one-way hires, so you can travel your way without worrying about added fees.

5. Do I need to return the vehicle with a full tank of gas?

Yes, please return your rental car with a full tank. Topping up before you come back helps you avoid any refuelling charges and keeps your hire costs down.

Driving in Queenstown & New Zealand

1. What petrol stations are closest to your Queenstown Airport branch?

The closest petrol stations to our Queenstown Airport location are:

PAK'nSAVE Fuel Queenstown: 302 Hawthorne Drive, Frankton
NPD Frankton: Cnr SH 6 & Hawthorne Drive, Frankton
bp Frankton: 1094 Frankton Road, Frankton
Mobil Queenstown: 1 McBride Street, Frankton

2. How much does petrol cost in Queenstown?

Prices for unleaded fuel (U91) in Queenstown sit around NZD 2.87 per litre (Q1 2026).

3. What's the speed limit in Queenstown?

Speed limits in suburban areas range from 30–50 km/h and reach 100 km/h on most motorways.

4. Are there toll roads near Queenstown?

There are no toll roads in the South Island, so you can safely drive anywhere without extra charges.

5. Where are the best places to park at Queenstown Airport?

Carpark B at the Queenstown Airport is located directly opposite the Queenstown Airport car rentals car park. Depending on the length of time, you could pay from $25 per day to $155 per week. The airport offers a Park & Ride shuttle service that runs every 30 minutes.

Exploring Queenstown & Beyond

1. How do I get from Queenstown Airport to town?

Depending on the time of day, it takes around 10 minutes to get to the Queenstown city centre from the airport. Drive along State Highway 6 and turn onto State Highway 6A (Frankton Road) at the roundabout. Continue following the road until you reach its end.

2. How do I get from Queenstown Airport to Wanaka?

The scenic drive from Queenstown Airport to Wanaka takes 1 hour. Follow State Highway 6 eastward. When you reach Arrow Junction, turn onto Crown Range Road and continue driving for 24 km. At Cardrona Valley Road, continue driving for another 24 km to reach Wanaka.