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    Ford Puma
    or similar Economy
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    5
    4
    €16.57
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.4
    Exceptional
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street, Central City, Christchurch
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street, Central City, Christchurch
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    Mazda Demio
    or similar Compact
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    1
    €7.43
    per day
    Free cancellation
    7.9
    Average
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
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    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
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    Nissan Teana
    or similar Standard
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    2
    €14.29
    per day
    Free cancellation
    7.9
    Average
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
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    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay now
    Excellent service
    Free additional driver
    Mitsubishi Eclipse
    or similar Intermediate SUV
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    5
    7
    €18.05
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.4
    Exceptional
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street, Central City, Christchurch
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street, Central City, Christchurch
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
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    Unlimited mileage
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    Toyota Prius Hybrid
    or similar Intermediate
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    3
    €15.85
    per day
    Free cancellation
    7.9
    Average
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
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    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
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    Toyota Corolla
    or similar Intermediate Elite
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    5
    5
    €17.82
    per day
    Free cancellation
    7.9
    Average
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay now
    Excellent service
    Free additional driver
    Kia Niro
    or similar Intermediate
    Automatic
    5
    2
    No A/C
    5
    6
    €18.05
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.4
    Exceptional
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street, Central City, Christchurch
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street, Central City, Christchurch
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    Low deposit
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    Unlimited mileage
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    Excellent service
    Free additional driver
    Mitsubishi Outlander
    or similar Full-size Crossover
    Automatic
    7
    3
    A/C
    5
    8
    €20.26
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.4
    Exceptional
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street, Central City, Christchurch
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street, Central City, Christchurch
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
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    Excellent service
    Free additional driver
    Mitsubishi ASX
    or similar Compact SUV
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    9
    €20.26
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.4
    Exceptional
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street, Central City, Christchurch
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street, Central City, Christchurch
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay part now
    Toyota Camry
    or similar Intermediate Elite
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    10
    €21.70
    per day
    Free cancellation
    7.9
    Average
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
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    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
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    Subaru Outback
    or similar Full-size Estate/Wagon
    Automatic
    5
    3
    A/C
    5
    11
    €21.88
    per day
    Free cancellation
    7.9
    Average
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
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    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
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    Mazda Premacy
    or similar Oversized Van
    Automatic
    6
    2
    A/C
    4
    12
    €22.67
    per day
    Free cancellation
    7.9
    Average
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
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    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
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    Nissan X-Trail
    or similar Intermediate SUV
    Automatic
    5
    3
    A/C
    5
    13
    €28.14
    per day
    Free cancellation
    7.9
    Average
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
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    Toyota RAV4
    or similar Intermediate Elite SUV
    Automatic
    5
    3
    A/C
    5
    14
    €32.28
    per day
    Free cancellation
    7.9
    Average
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
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    Unlimited mileage
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    Hyundai i30
    or similar Compact
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    15
    €37.77
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.6
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore St
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore St
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    High deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay now
    Toyota Corolla
    or similar Compact
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    16
    €38.60
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.3
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    High deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
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    Toyota Highlander
    or similar Full-size Elite SUV
    Automatic
    7
    4
    A/C
    5
    17
    €45.55
    per day
    Free cancellation
    7.9
    Average
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay now
    Excellent service
    Free additional driver
    Kia Carnival
    or similar Premium Van
    Automatic
    8
    2
    A/C
    4
    18
    €45.67
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.4
    Exceptional
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street, Central City, Christchurch
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street, Central City, Christchurch
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay part now
    Electric
    Tesla Model 3
    or similar Intermediate
    Automatic
    5
    1
    A/C
    4
    19
    €45.78
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.6
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore St
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore St
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    High deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay now
    Electric
    Tesla Model 3
    or similar Intermediate
    Automatic
    5
    1
    A/C
    4
    20
    €46.61
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.3
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    High deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay now
    Free additional driver
    Online check-in
    Save time at the rental desk by filing in your information online.
    Toyota Aqua
    or similar Economy Elite
    Automatic
    5
    1
    A/C
    5
    21
    €46.85
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.9
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay part now
    Free additional driver
    Online check-in
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    Mazda Demio
    or similar Economy
    Automatic
    5
    1
    A/C
    5
    22
    €46.85
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.9
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay part now
    Free additional driver
    Online check-in
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    Toyota Corolla Sedan
    or similar Compact
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    5
    23
    €48.80
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.9
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay part now
    Free additional driver
    Online check-in
    Save time at the rental desk by filing in your information online.
    Toyota Corolla
    or similar Compact
    Automatic
    5
    1
    A/C
    5
    24
    €48.80
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.9
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay part now
    Free additional driver
    Online check-in
    Save time at the rental desk by filing in your information online.
    Toyota Vitz
    or similar Compact
    Automatic
    5
    1
    A/C
    5
    25
    €48.80
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.9
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay part now
    Excellent service
    4x4
    This vehicle has four-wheel drive (4WD) which is useful for more challenging roads.
    Free additional driver
    Toyota Hilux
    or similar Premium Extended Cab Pickup
    Automatic
    5
    3
    A/C
    4
    26
    €53.41
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.4
    Exceptional
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street, Central City, Christchurch
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street, Central City, Christchurch
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay part now
    Free additional driver
    Online check-in
    Save time at the rental desk by filing in your information online.
    Toyota Wish
    or similar Intermediate Estate/Wagon
    Automatic
    7
    2
    A/C
    5
    27
    €54.68
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.9
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay part now
    Free additional driver
    Online check-in
    Save time at the rental desk by filing in your information online.
    Toyota Camry
    or similar Intermediate
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    5
    28
    €57.03
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.9
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay part now
    Mazda CX-5
    or similar Intermediate SUV
    Automatic
    5
    3
    A/C
    4
    29
    €60.21
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.6
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore St
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore St
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    High deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay now
    Nissan X-Trail
    or similar Intermediate SUV
    Automatic
    5
    3
    A/C
    5
    30
    €61.04
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.3
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    150 Kilmore Street
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    High deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay now
    Toyota Hiace
    or similar Oversized Van
    Automatic
    10
    1
    No A/C
    4
    31
    €65.54
    per day
    Free cancellation
    7.9
    Average
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay now
    Free additional driver
    Online check-in
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    Toyota RAV4
    or similar Intermediate SUV
    Automatic
    5
    3
    A/C
    5
    32
    €76.23
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.9
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay part now
    All-wheel drive
    This is an all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicle.
    Free additional driver
    Online check-in
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    Toyota Highlander
    or similar Premium SUV
    Automatic
    7
    4
    A/C
    5
    33
    €95.81
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.9
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay part now
    Free additional driver
    Online check-in
    Save time at the rental desk by filing in your information online.
    Toyota Alphard
    or similar Premium Elite
    Automatic
    7
    4
    A/C
    5
    34
    €136.95
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.9
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay part now
    Free additional driver
    Online check-in
    Save time at the rental desk by filing in your information online.
    Toyota Alphard 2004-2007
    or similar Luxury Van
    Automatic
    7
    2
    A/C
    5
    35
    €136.95
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.9
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay part now
    Free additional driver
    Online check-in
    Save time at the rental desk by filing in your information online.
    Toyota Hiace
    or similar Premium Van
    Automatic
    10
    8
    A/C
    4
    36
    €156.53
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.9
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay part now
    Free additional driver
    Online check-in
    Save time at the rental desk by filing in your information online.
    Toyota Alphard 2008-2014
    or similar Luxury Van
    Automatic
    7
    3
    A/C
    5
    37
    €156.53
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.9
    Very good
    Rental office
    Pick-up information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Drop-off information
    Downtown
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay part now
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    The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 18:43 on 01.09.25. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.

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    Travel information

    Languages
    English, Samoan
    Currency
    NZD
    Drive on
    Left-hand side
    Country code
    +64
    Average car rental price
    €34 per day
    Average car rental length
    11 days
    Speed limit within town
    30 - 50 km/h or 19 - 31 mph
    Speed limit out of town
    80 - 100 km/h or 50 - 62 mph
    Acceptable limit of BAC
    0.05%
    Average gas price
    €1.41 per liter or €5.34 per gallon
    Lowest gas price
    €1.31 per liter or €4.96 per gallon
    Highest gas price
    €1.47 per liter or €5.56 per gallon
    Rating
    8 / 10

    Top 20 locations near Christchurch (Downtown)

    1. Nelson Airportfrom €21.30 per day
      253 km / 157.21 miles away
    2. Wellington Airportfrom €15.24 per day
      303 km / 188.28 miles away
    3. Wellington (Downtown)from €12.90 per day
      304.4 km / 189.15 miles away
    4. Dunedin Airportfrom €19.96 per day
      328.3 km / 204 miles away
    5. Queenstown Airportfrom €10.18 per day
      351.7 km / 218.54 miles away
    6. Invercargill Airportfrom €24.65 per day
      466.8 km / 290.06 miles away
    7. New Plymouth Airportfrom €25.46 per day
      519.2 km / 322.62 miles away
    8. Napier Airportfrom €24.26 per day
      573.3 km / 356.23 miles away
    9. Rotorua Airportfrom €28.54 per day
      677.7 km / 421.1 miles away
    10. Tauranga Airportfrom €22.14 per day
      717.6 km / 445.9 miles away
    11. Auckland Airportfrom €6.42 per day
      748 km / 464.79 miles away
    12. Auckland Onehungafrom €10.98 per day
      757.3 km / 470.56 miles away
    13. Auckland East Tamakifrom €11.21 per day
      757.5 km / 470.69 miles away
    14. Auckland Penrosefrom €31.22 per day
      758.3 km / 471.19 miles away
    15. Auckland Hendersonfrom €11.18 per day
      759.4 km / 471.87 miles away

    Map of top car rental locations

    A
    Ezi Car Rental
    150 Kilmore Street, Central City, Christchurch
    B
    Yes Rentals
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    C
    Dollar
    150 Kilmore St, Christchurch
    D
    Budget
    150 Kilmore St
    E
    Thrifty
    150 Kilmore Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand

    When to book in Christchurch (Downtown) and for how long?

    When are car rental prices the lowest in Christchurch (Downtown)?

    The cost of renting a car in Christchurch (Downtown) varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.

    Saver's insights

    Cheapest monthOctober Most expensive month December
    Average price €25 A good deal €41 Cheapest supplier Bargain Rental Cars Cheapest car type Medium cars
    Average rental costs per day in Christchurch (Downtown)
    €75
    €37
    €0

    €48

    in January

    Jan

    €50

    in February

    Feb

    €34

    in March

    Mar

    €38

    in April

    Apr

    €37

    in May

    May

    €45

    in June

    Jun

    €26

    in July

    Jul

    €36

    in August

    Aug

    €31

    in September

    Sep

    €20

    in October

    Oct

    €38

    in November

    Nov

    €68

    in December

    Dec

    The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in Christchurch (Downtown) is October — when rental costs average €19.92 per day. This is 21% cheaper than the yearly average and 71% cheaper than renting a car in December (when prices average €68.17 per day).

    This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

    What is the most popular time of year to rent a car in Christchurch (Downtown)?

    Based on how many users search for a car in in Christchurch (Downtown), travelers are most likely to rent a car in February, while they are least likely to rent in in May.

    Monthly searches in Christchurch (Downtown) by pick-up date relative to the average
    2.4
    1.2
    0

    2 times in January

    Jan

    2.2 times in February

    Feb

    1.3 times in March

    Mar

    Same as average in April

    Apr

    0.2 times in May

    May

    0.3 times in June

    Jun

    0.3 times in July

    Jul

    0.3 times in August

    Aug

    0.4 times in September

    Sep

    0.8 times in October

    Oct

    1.4 times in November

    Nov

    1.8 times in December

    Dec

    For how long do renters keep their vehicles in Christchurch (Downtown)?

    How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in July the average rental period is 20 days, while in May, the average rental period is only 6 days.

    Average number of rental days in Christchurch (Downtown)
    22
    11
    0

    12 days in January

    Jan

    10 days in February

    Feb

    9 days in March

    Mar

    10 days in April

    Apr

    6 days in May

    May

    8 days in June

    Jun

    20 days in July

    Jul

    12 days in August

    Aug

    7 days in September

    Sep

    11 days in October

    Oct

    15 days in November

    Nov

    12 days in December

    Dec

    Car rental information

    🔥 Popular suppliersBargain Rental Cars, Ezi Car Rental, Dollar, Thrifty, Avis
    🚗 Popular car typesMedium cars, SUVs, Large cars, Vans
    🤑 Lowest price€10 per day
    👛 Cheapest supplierBargain Rental Cars

    Here's what travelers say about renting a car in Christchurch (Downtown)

    8
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    Average rating
    Based on 2 reviews
    Best month to visit
    June
    Happiest customers drive
    Mitsubishi Eclipse
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    6 Mar 2024
    starstarstarstarstar
    Mitsubishi Outlander
    Nature. Walks. Touring.
    18 Oct 2023
    starstarstarstarstar
    Mazda Demio
    Took inland route via Lake Tekapo to Queenstown. Very pretty snow on the hills.

    Car rental statistics

    Highest-rated company
    Ezi Car Rental (rated 9.4 / 10)
    Lowest-rated company
    Bargain Rental Cars (rated 7.9 / 10)
    Total number of reviews
    2
    Total rental companies
    9
    Average daily price
    €34
    Lowest daily price
    €10
    Total cars available
    41

    Top 9 suppliers in Christchurch (Downtown) in 2025

    9.4
    Exceptional
    62 reviews
    Value for money
    9.1
    Ease of finding
    9.4
    Agent helpfulness
    9.4
    Pick-up speed
    9.3
    Drop-off speed
    9.7
    Car cleanliness
    9.6
    Car condition
    9.5
    €23 - €64
    per day
    150 Kilmore Street, Central City, Christchurch
    +640800545000 / +6433592721
    Show working hours
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    08:00-16:30
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    Yes Rentals
    Yes Rentals
    8.9
    Very good
    Value for money
    9.6
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    9.4
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    9.5
    Car condition
    9.4
    €66 - €236
    per day
    372 Moorhouse Avenue, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011
    +6492171001
    Show working hours
    Mon
    09:30-17:00
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    09:30-17:00
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    09:30-17:00
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    09:30-17:00
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    09:30-17:00
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    09:30-17:00
    Sun
    09:30-17:00
    Dollar
    Dollar
    8.8
    Very good
    2 reviews
    Value for money
    9
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    9.1
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    9.5
    Car condition
    9.5
    €66 - €236
    per day
    150 Kilmore St, Christchurch
    +640800243789
    Show working hours
    Mon
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Tue
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Wed
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Thu
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Fri
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Thrifty
    Thrifty
    8.6
    Very good
    1 review
    Value for money
    8.5
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8.9
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    9
    Car condition
    9.1
    €66 - €236
    per day
    150 Kilmore Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand
    +640800737070
    Show working hours
    Mon
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Tue
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Wed
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Thu
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Fri
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Budget
    Budget
    8.6
    Very good
    1 review
    Value for money
    8.5
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8.6
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    9.3
    Car condition
    9.1
    €53 - €84
    per day
    150 Kilmore St
    039306102
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    Mon
    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
    Hertz
    Hertz
    8.5
    Very good
    Value for money
    8.4
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8.5
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    9.1
    Car condition
    9.1
    €53 - €84
    per day
    150 Kilmore St, Christchurch
    +64033652195
    Show working hours
    Mon
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Tue
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Wed
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Thu
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Fri
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Avis
    Avis
    8.3
    Very good
    Value for money
    8.1
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8.3
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    8.7
    Car condition
    8.7
    €54 - €85
    per day
    150 Kilmore Street
    039306103
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    Mon
    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
    Firefly
    Firefly
    8.2
    Very good
    Value for money
    8.3
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8.2
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    8.3
    Car condition
    8.3
    €54 - €85
    per day
    150 Kilmore St
    033652195
    Show working hours
    Mon
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Tue
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Wed
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Thu
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    Fri
    08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
    7.9
    Average
    65 reviews
    Value for money
    7.9
    Ease of finding
    7.8
    Agent helpfulness
    8.2
    Pick-up speed
    7.8
    Drop-off speed
    8.8
    Car cleanliness
    7.9
    Car condition
    6.9
    €10 - €128
    per day
    213 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042, New Zealand
    +640800566701
    Show working hours
    Mon
    08:00-18:00
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    08:00-18:00
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    08:00-18:00
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    08:00-18:00
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    08:00-18:00
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    08:00-18:00
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    2 Sept 2025
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    Very quick and easy experience
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    2 Sept 2025
    Very good and fast
    Very good and fast
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    2 Sept 2025
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    clear info, easy process, economical pricing
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    2 Sept 2025
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    2 Sept 2025
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    2 Sept 2025
    Easy booking and good price
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    2 Sept 2025
    CONDITION - VERY GOOD
    VERY GOOD OK
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    2 Sept 2025
    Easy and quick
    Easy and quick
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    2 Sept 2025
    Easy booking
    Easy booking, good prices and vearity of cars
    Slawomir,
    2 Sept 2025
    Easy
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