Hobart Airport car hire
Welcome to Tasmania.
Touching down in the beautiful Hobart? We’ve been doing Hobart Airport car hire for ages, and we know what you need.
Where do I go?
Once you’ve exited the terminal, it’s just a 2-3 minute walk to get to your car. No lines. Contactless pickup. Get on the road in no time.
We’ll send you your car-specific pickup details in your confirmation email and we’re here if you have any questions.
Pick-up instructions
How to grab your car:
- Touch down at HBA (Hobart International Airport) and grab any bags at baggage collection.
- Head outside through the main terminal exit, and take a right.
- Walk past the car rental offices and cross the street at a pedestrian crossing after the SkyBus stop.
- Walk to the Drive Car Hire key lockbox. Refer to your personalised instructions to unlock your car keys.
- Use your keys to unlock your vehicle.
- Get on the road!
The Tasmanian self-drive journeys
Are you planning to venture out of Hobart for a few days?
Check out the Tasmanian Drive Journeys and explore more of our beautiful island state. We can take you there.
Driving in Australia
Quick tips:
- We drive on the left-hand side of the road.
- Speed limits are strictly enforced.
- Overtaking: only pass on the right. Never across solid white lines.
- Give way to your right at roundabouts and unmarked intersections.
- Foreign visitors can drive with a valid overseas license, but if it’s not in English, you must carry an International Driving Permit (IDP) or accredited translation.
- Please be cautious of wildlife – especially at dawn and dusk!
- Call 000 for emergency services.
Hobart Airport car hire FAQ’s
Hobart Airport (HBA) is typically open daily at 4am until 10:30pm. They adjust their opening hours to suit arriving and departing flights when necessary.
No, Hobart International Airport closes from 10:30pm until 4am and is unable to accommodate overnight travellers.
Your car will be ready for you no matter what time you touch down. We ask for your flight details so that we can stay on track and monitor your flight and provide the best possible service.
Contactless pickup at HBA is available around the clock, and you will have our clear instructions sent directly to you
Your return is also contactless, so you can return your car hire at Hobart Airport at your convenience. Please keep in mind the terms of your rental contract and notify us if you will be late in returning the vehicle for any reason.
If you want to return the car to our Hobart city location, this is also possible. Just contact us to arrange an alternative pickup or drop-off destination.
Yes, Drive Car Hire can accommodate one-way car hires at an additional fee. Want to pick up at Hobart Airport and fly out of Launceston? We can help you with that.
Prefer your car delivered to a location of your choice? We can bring it wherever you need in Tasmania. That’s service.
Did you see the mountain?
If you’re lucky, you might catch a glimpse of the majestic kunanyi / Mount Wellington on your flight.
Definitely worth a visit! And you’ll need a car to get there.
Curious about more Hobart itinerary must-do’s? Just ask our friendly team.
