Auckland is the the largest city in New Zealand and home to 1.4 million people. This exciting metropolitan centre has so much to offer for those on holiday. Located in the northeastern region of the country, Auckland lies between the Hauraki Gulf and the Pacific Ocean. This makes it one of the only cities in the world to have two harbours on two separate bodies of water; which is part of how it earned the nickname City of Sails. Auckland is a wonderful city with friendly people and plenty to do.
Auckland is close to a number of incredible natural sites for you to explore whilst on holiday there. Make sure you pay a visit to Mount Eden. Located 5 kilometres from the city centre, this dormant volcano is the highest mountain in the Auckland region. Towering 196 metres above sea level, the mountain provides unparalleled views of the city and countryside. The crater of the volcano is also particularly incredible to behold with a sloping bowl that runs down 50 metres and is covered in grass. You can drive part way up the side of Mount Eden, and then take an enjoyable hike to the summit.
Car hire from Auckland Airport is quick and easy, step off your flight and head straight to the rental desk where your holiday begins. During your time in Auckland, be sure to go to Sky Tower. The tower is 328 metres high, making it the tallest free-standing structure in the Southern Hemisphere. The Sky Tower has become an iconic symbol of Auckland and is one of their top attractions. Not only does it provide an amazing, scenic view of the city, but you can also have lunch in the top of the tower at a restaurant called Orbit. The restaurant is on a moving ring that makes a full rotation every hour. There are also observation decks in the tower, sections of which have glass floors for a truly exhilarating experience.
Auto Europe offers pick-up and drop-off locations throughout Auckland. We work with top suppliers including Europcar, Hertz, Thrifty and Alamo at our airport, rail, and downtown locations. Find the ideal vehicle for your travel at one of these convenient locations by comparing rates in our booking engine.
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If you are looking for a less crowded time to visit, we suggest travelling between September and November which is just before Summer hits and there's consistently nice weather in Auckland.
In Auckland and most places around New Zealand, you must be at least 20 years old to rent a car. However, the age may vary by car category. Some suppliers have a maximum age limit of 75 years and a young driver surcharge so please be aware of the terms and conditions.
It will take you about 26-minutes to drive from Auckland Airport to Auckland CBD, depending on traffic.
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Driving Route |
Distance (mi) |
Distance (km) |
Avg. Trip Time |
Auckland to Hamilton | 75 MIs | 121 KMs | 1h 21min |
Auckland to Tauranga | 139 MIs | 225 KMs | 2h 37min |
Auckland to Napier | 254 MIs | 410 KMs | 5h 2min |
Auckland to Wellington | 398 MIs | 641 KMs | 7h 30min |
Auckland to Christchurch | 664 MIs | 1,070 KMs | 15h 50min |
Auckland to Dunedin | 884 MIs | 1,424 KMs | 20h 16min |
No matter what your travel plans are, Auto Europe can provide the ideal mode of transportation. We take pride in providing our customers with the guaranteed lowest rates in the industry for their transportation needs. Use our booking engine at the top of the page to compare daily car hire rates with luxury, motorhome, van or any type of transportation to find the ideal option for you and your travel party.
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