How much does a locksmith cost in Auckland? (2026 prices)
One Auckland locksmith's guide estimates $110 to $160 plus GST for a standard-hours home or car lockout, with about $50 to $100 extra after hours. It estimates $60 to $100 per lock for rekeying and $10 to $20 per key for cutting; obtain a job-specific quote.
These prices are one Auckland locksmith's estimates, not a New Zealand-wide survey.
Locksmith prices at a glance
| Job or rate | Typical price (NZD) | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| House or car lockout | $110–$160 + GST | per call-out | [1] |
| After-hours surcharge | $50–$100 + GST | on top of call-out | [1] |
| Rekey | $60–$100 + GST | per lock | [1] |
| Repairs | about $110 + GST | per hour, 1-hour minimum | [1] |
| High-security deadbolt, supplied and fitted (example job) | $235 + GST | per lock | [1] |
| Key cutting | $10–$20 + GST | per key | [1] |
| Car key replacement | $150–$500 + GST | per key | [1] |
| Travel fee, remote areas | $20–$50 + GST | per call-out | [1] |
GST: where a source says a price excludes GST we show "+ GST". Add 15% to compare it with a GST-inclusive quote. Prices marked without a GST note were not labelled by the source.
What changes the price
- After-hours, weekend and public holiday call-outs cost more.
- Rekeying is usually much cheaper than replacing locks after a move or lost keys.
- Modern car keys with chips or remote fobs cost more because they need programming.
- Remote and rural addresses may carry a travel fee.
Getting a fair quote
- Ask for the call-out fee and the hourly or per-job rate before they come out, and whether prices include GST.
- Ask whether after-hours or weekend rates apply to your call-out.
- Ask for photo ID when they arrive, and expect them to ask you for proof you live there.
- After moving house or losing keys, ask about rekeying instead of replacing every lock.
Where these prices come from
We do not invent price ranges. Every figure in the table comes from a price guide published by a New Zealand business, directory or government agency, linked below, and is shown as that source published it. These are typical ranges, not quotes. Your price will depend on your job, your location and the business, so get at least two written quotes.