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Dunedin Airport information

GO Rentals' Dunedin Airport car rental branch is located right inside the airport terminal building for a super easy pick-up! Sweet right?

As soon as you land, pick up your bags and head to our rental car kiosk where our award-winning staff will be waiting to give you your keys.

Dunedin is a fantastic city to start your South Island adventure and is a city full of surprises. From New Zealand's only castle and beautiful gardens to the stunning coastline with its rare wildlife - Dunedin is a Kiwi hidden gem.

Affordable car rental Dunedin Airport

Switch gears and swerve into savings at our Dunedin car hire branch. With competitive rental car rates, the best car rental deals and relocation offers, you can accelerate into your Dunedin city break.

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GO Rentals Customer Quick Facts

  • Minimum Age: You must be 21 years old to cruise in a standard GO Rentals hire car and 25 to experience the Tesla Model 3 and Tesla Model Y hire cars. Good news: we do not apply a young driver surcharge!
  • Maximum Age: There is no age limit to GO with us! As long as you have a valid licence, we welcome you with open arms.
  • New Zealand Licence Rule: Temporary, restricted and full driver's licences are permitted to rent some vehicles with GO. Photo identification is required if hiring a vehicle with a New Zealand temporary licence. Electric vehicles cannot be hired on a restricted licence.
  • Foreign Licence Rule: Valid, full driver's licences are accepted from overseas travellers but must be translated to English and NZTA approved. Foreign learner's and provisional licences are not valid for renting with GO.
  • Credit Card Requirement: A credit card is required for bookings with the Basic or Assured insurance options that require a bond deposit. A debit card is acceptable for the upgraded Peace of Mind or some Assured insurance options without a bond requirement.
  • Additional Drivers: Simply pop in to any of our branches and show us your driver's licence to add you onto a booking.
  • Family needs: You can hire baby capsules, child seats and booster seats for your little ones! Add them onto your booking quote and we will fit them ready for you to GO.
  • Documents for collection: You will need your valid driver licence and your debit or credit card in your name. Note that a credit card is required for bookings with the Basic or Assured insurance option that requires a bond deposit.

Why GO with us?

  • FREE basic car rental insurance

    Our basic insurance cover is included in the cost of every car hire with two upgraded insurance options available!

  • One-way car rentals

    We can organise one-way rentals with pick-up in one location and drop-off in another. Stick to your dream itinerary without worrying about circling back.

  • Offset carbon emissions

    In partnership with CarbonClick, you can choose to offset the carbon emission of your GO Rentals road trip.

  • 24hr AA roadside assistance

    All GO Rentals hire cars have access to the AA 24-hour mechanical breakdown assistance and our Tesla EVs have access to Tesla Roadside Assistance.

  • GO App

    With our GO Rentals App, you can book a car, check in faster and even control your Tesla car functions, right from the palm of your hand.

Total Road Care

A comprehensive $3 per day fee ensures your journey is simple and stress-free, we include the following services:

  • Roadside Assistance

    Complimentary callout service for ALL types of breakdowns.

  • Government Road Taxes

    Covers registration costs, safety inspections and road user charges.

  • Toll Road Freedom

    Enjoy free passage on all toll roads, we cover all costs including admin fees.

With Total Road Care, we handle all the essentials so you can focus on the adventure ahead.

A track record of satisfied customers in New Zealand

We're confident a GO Rentals vehicle is perfect for your Dunedin road trip. To prove it, here are a few reviews from our satisfied customers.

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GO Rentals App for a ridiculously simple pick-up and drop-off

Get your journey started as quickly as possible thanks to our speedy check-in. Manage your booking online or download our app to get through the check-in process and on the road faster.

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Rental Car Insurance Coverage

Your car rental rate and Total Road Care package with GO Rentals include 24-hour AA roadside assistance and complimentary callout service for ALL types of breakdowns.

Your stress-free car rental experience is a priority and our insurance coverage has peace of mind built right in.

GO Basic Insurance

Cost per day
$0 extra cost. Included as standard in our rental fees which varies depending on the rental vehicle.

Excess
Excess liability paid by the hirer in the event of an accident or damage covered under the rental terms. The excess amount for this package is dependent on the vehicle selected.

Bond
A pre-authorised amount to be paid at pick-up and returned to hirer if no damage is caused. The bond amount differs depending on the vehicle and hire period selected.

Credit or Debit
A credit card with the main hirer’s name is required for this insurance option.

Cover
Full comprehensive cover including third-party liability, windscreen and tyre damage. The hirer is liable for the excess amount only if conditions under the agreement are met.

GO Assured

Cost per day
A fee per day will be charged for the full duration of your hire period depending on the rental vehicle. This is an insurance premium and non-refundable.

Excess
Excess is reduced from the maximum depending on the vehicle selected. This is only to be paid by the hirer in the event of an accident or damage covered under the rental terms.

Bond
Starting from $0 depending on the rental vehicle. A pre-authorised amount will be paid at pick-up and returned to hirer if no damage is caused.

Credit or Debit
A credit card with the main hirer’s name is only required for rental vehicles with a bond deposit.

Cover
Full comprehensive cover including third-party liability, windscreen and tyre damage. The hirer is liable for the excess amount only if conditions under the agreement are met.

GO Peace of Mind

Cost per day
A cost per day depends on the rental vehicle selected. The upgrade fee is an insurance premium and non-refundable.

Excess
From $0 excess liability and calculated based on the rental vehicle chosen. The hirer may have to pay an excess in the event of an accident or damage covered under the rental terms.

Bond
A credit card with the main hirer’s name is only required for rental vehicles with a bond deposit.

Credit or Debit
A credit card or debit card can be used.

Cover
Full comprehensive cover including third-party liability, windscreen and tyre damage.

Electric Car Rental Insurance

Have peace of mind when you GO green! All of our coverage options cover our electric car fleet with the following amendments:

  • The Tesla dedicated roadside assistance must be utilised before our AA roadside assistance.
  • A security bond on GO Basic and GO Assured insurance options will be required for a Tesla booking and therefore needs a credit card upon pick-up.

For full details on the electric car insurance, please read our terms.

Frequently asked questions






Explore Dunedin with GO Rentals

Welcome to Dunedin! As one of the most historic and picturesque parts of New Zealand’s South Island, we’re delighted to have our car rentals ready for you to take on an epic road trip. From the Otago Peninsula to Dunedin city centre, GO Rentals brings you our award-winning service and unbeatable car hire vehicles. We can’t wait for your Dunedin adventure to get started!

  • Historic castle with lush gardens and a scenic coastal view

    Larnach Castle

    The famous Larnach Castle is a must-visit when exploring Dunedin and the surrounding region. As New Zealand’s only historical castle, Larnach Castle was built in the 1800s and boasts of glamour and luxury. The best way to experience all the elegance is by having high tea in the ballroom!

  • Aerial view of Tunnel Beach with cliffs and turquoise water

    Tunnel Beach

    What better way to walk to the beach than through a series of tunnels? Tunnel beach is home to hand-carved tunnels that lead to a beautiful sandy beach. Great for swimming, exploring and finding an old fossil or two!

  • Little blue penguins walking along a rocky shore at dusk

    Oamaru

    For all the road-trippers and adventurers, head to the North Otago town of Oamaru for a day of fun. With a Victorian precinct full of rich history, public gardens and the Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony, this town is perfect for a day trip. The best part? It’s only a 1 hour and 30 minutes drive from Dunedin city centre.

  • Botanic gardens with a glasshouse surrounded by autumn foliage

    Dunedin Botanic Gardens

    The Botanic Gardens in Dunedin were the first ever built in New Zealand! There are beautiful ancient trees, the picturesque Duck Pond and a Winter Garden Glasshouse to wander through and marvel at. With heaps of exhibitions and events hosted in the Botanic Gardens, it’s a great place to immerse yourself in the Dunedin community!

  • Aerial view of the Otago Peninsula coastline

    Otago Peninsula

    Of course, there’s no better adventure from Dunedin than exploring the Otago Peninsula. A scenic drive along the east coastline of South Island, this peninsula is home to amazing cliff lookouts, many beaches and heaps of marine life! For the best viewing of sea lions, seals and even the rare yellow eyed penguins, the Otago region is the place to go.

  • Albatross soaring over the ocean near rocky cliffs

    Royal Albatross Centre

    For the wildlife lovers, there’s no better place to visit than the Royal Albatross Centre. Observe these majestic birds in their natural habitat and learn local knowledge about the surrounding nature while you’re there!

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  • Wide sandy beach with ocean waves and a bright blue sky

    Richard

    Stopped at Moeraki Beaches to enjoy the stunning sea shores between Christchurch and Dunedin. Just one of many amazing sights seen on our marvellous tour of NZ in our lovely GO Rentals car.

  • Woman standing on a mountain peak at sunrise

    Philip

    We had a beautiful drive from Dunedin to Queenstown, and when we got there, we climbed to the top of the Ben Lomond track to watch an epic sunset over the mountains.

  • Julie with her family beside the ocean beach

    Julie

    We had just arrived in Dunedin that morning, picked up our rental which was a super-fast transaction as we had used the app and uploaded all our info into there! 40 mins later we were standing on St Clair Beach taking selfies and then hanging out in one of the restaurants along the waterfront for lunch!

  • Man playfully posing on a steep street

    Chris

    The world's steepest Street! We drove up part way in our amazing rental car then decided to brave the incline but ended up fearing for our lives and almost slipped away! Joking! This was me acting up on holiday much to the delight of a bunch of tourists who then preceded to take the same photo haha.

Dunedin Airport Car Hire - Start Your Adventure

If you have flown into Dunedin or you're staying in the city centre and you are looking to pick up a rental car on the day, simply look for the GO logo when you enter the terminal rental car building. Come and have a chat with one of our awesome team members. They'll get you checked-in and on your way for an epic road trip!

With unlimited kilometres, 24-hour roadside assistance and a wide range of rental cars, our award-winning Dunedin car hire branch is the perfect option to explore Dunedin and the surrounding countryside. Whether you need a weekend car rental or a long-term car rental, our Dunedin car hire services are waiting for you.

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GO all across NZ

We have nine car rental branches spread evenly throughout New Zealand, in the major destinations of Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Nelson, Queenstown, Dunedin and Invercargill so that you’re never far from a GO rental car.