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RaD Car Hire at Queenstown Airport


Car Rental Queenstown from $71 per day

RaD Car Hire offers some of the most affordable car rental deals in New Zealand. Enter your itinerary details above to unlock some of the cheapest car rental deals in Queenstown.

Queenstown is the gateway to some of the world’s most stunning scenery and adrenaline-charged activities on the South Island of New Zealand. Situated on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, this adventure-filled city is the most visited tourist destination in New Zealand. When you arrive at Queenstown Airport, you’ll quickly see why.

RaD Car Hire boasts over 20 locations throughout New Zealand, making us one of the most accessible rental car companies in New Zealand. Combined with our 30 years of exceptional customer service experience, this makes us a car rental company you can rely on.

We’re looking forward to providing you with a cost-effective, reliable, and well-maintained car rental in Queenstown. We want our customers to enjoy a stress-free rental car experience and an unforgettable visit. Our extra services distinguish us from other car rental companies in New Zealand.

The RaD team is ready to offer you friendly service and invaluable local knowledge on Queenstown attractions and activities. We want to ensure you see as much as possible in the shortest time. So be sure to talk to our team about all of your requirements for vehicle hire in Queenstown.

As a locally owned and trusted car rental company, we pride ourselves on providing the best Queenstown car rental experience. Enter your itinerary details above and get a quick quote and start your journey today!

Contact Info and Location


+64 3 441 4320

5 McBride Street,
Frankton,
Queenstown, 9300

Operating Hours

0830 to 1630hrs Monday to Sunday
After Hours by arrangement - fees may apply.

Our Rental Car Location in Queenstown


RaD Car Hire Queenstown Airport offers excellent service and a huge variety of new and used car rentals at cheap rates per day. We’ll see you drive away in a modern Queenstown Airport hire car to ensure a safe journey or business trip in the picturesque Lakes District.

Perhaps you’re looking for a rental vehicle to get you up the mountain for fresh powder skiing. Or a smaller option to explore the inner area. Whatever your New Zealand road trip travel plans, we’ve got the best car rental deals in Queenstown to suit your needs and budget. Check out our Queenstown car rental range online.

Flying into Queenstown Airport? RaD Car Hire is conveniently located just a short drive from the terminal building. We provide a shuttle service to and from the arrivals hall at the airport terminal building, there is a cost of $25 for a pick-up and drop-off shuttle service. Let us know when your plane will land, and we will collect you from the airport. Remember to collect your personal belongings before you drop off your rental car!

Check out our Queenstown customer reviews below.

Affordable Rental Cars in Queenstown


Whatever your needs for Queenstown car hire in NZ - compacts, 4WDs, people movers, or trucks - we’ll go the extra mile to ensure your complete satisfaction. To discuss our pick-up service policies or if you require further assistance finding the right vehicle, contact reservations on 03 441 4320 during business hours.

Exploring Queenstown means spending some time in your car, and we have the perfect rental cars available for all your travel needs. Whether you are on a romantic break for two, a family holiday with the kids or a business trip flying solo, we’ve got a huge range of hire cars that are perfect for exploring the very best of Queenstown and the Central Otago region.

Quick Customer Facts When You Rent a Car with RaD


If you’re looking for cheap rental cars in Queenstown, we’ve got you covered. Browse our range of safe, late-model cars for rent from Queenstown, including a pick up and drop off service at Queenstown Airport, at the best deal possible. Choose from economy hatchbacks and sedans - a perfect hire car option for day trips. Renting a people mover or luxury SUV will ensure the whole family gets a comfortable seat.

Here are some quick facts to help you prepare for your rental experience at RaD:

Minimum Age – You must be at least 18 years old to hire a car with RaD Queenstown. You must hold a valid New Zealand or International licence.

Domestic Licence Information - All hirers must have a driver's licence to drive a motor vehicle. Drivers on restricted licences – please check with the branch concerned as acceptance of and T&Cs for restricted licence holders varies by branch and some locations do require you to have a full licence.

International Licence Information - International licences are accepted, as well as all English written licences. If your licence is not in English you will be required to have it translated into English before we can hire a vehicle to you. Note that a NSW or Queensland digital driver's licence can NOT be used to hire a car in New Zealand, you must bring your plastic licence with you.

Additional Drivers – you can add any number of additional drivers to your booking. Simply pop into any RaD branch nationwide and show us the additional driver’s licence to add that person to the booking.

Baby and Booster Seats - all branches carry baby seats and booster seats and vehicles are fitted with anchor points. Pricing is all available online so please add any item to your booking or ask when booking via phone.

Insuring Your Rental Car From Queenstown


RaD Car Hire’s branches nationwide are franchised and, as such, individual owner-operators set the appropriate insurance liability, excess reduction rates, bonds, credit card security and conditions for younger drivers or licence categories.

To view the rates and conditions that will apply to your hire, please obtain an online quote, place a booking request, or contact the appropriate branch to request this information.

• All RaD Car Hire vehicles have insurance cover which is separate from the vehicle's daily rate quoted.

• This is referred to as our “Gold”, “Silver” or “Bronze” cover

• All pricing includes GST (Goods and Services tax)

• Refer to your quote, confirmation email and/or rental agreement for the specific insurance excess liabilities, excess reduction rates and any surcharges if you are under 21 or on a restricted driver’s licence.

• Please note that not all branches permit hirers on a restricted licence to hire their vehicles, and some branches may hire only selected vehicles to hirers who are under 21 and/or on a restricted licence. Please check with the branch before placing a reservation.

Insurance Cover

Gold Cover

Choosing our Gold Insurance cover is our recommended choice which reduces your insurance excess to $0 so you can drive with confidence.

Silver Cover

Our silver tier insurance cover strikes a balance between coverage and cost reducing the excess payable from the loss or damage to the vehicle.

Bronze Cover

Our Bronze Insurance Cover has the maximum amount of excess you would have to pay in relation to a claim for damage or loss to the vehicle.

Our Range of Queenstown Car Rentals


Queenstown Car Hire FAQs


Customer Reviews


The friendly team at RaD Car Hire Queenstown Airport has received feedback from dozens of customers over the years. Here are just a few that also feature on our Google Maps page

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“First time with RaD and they are awesome!! Booking is quick and easy. So is pick up and drop off. There is no mucking around. They pick you up from the airport. They also drop you off to the airport. Great customer service. Great cars to drive. Thanks team.” 

Google Posted 6 months ago

Discovering Queenstown with RaD


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