Car Hire in Christchurch
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Cheapest Car Hire Rates
Christchurch Airport
Economy
Toyota Yaris
or comparable
£ 10.13
/ per day
Christchurch Airport
Economy Elite
Toyota Aqua
or comparable
£ 10.58
/ per day
City Centre
Compact
Mazda Demio
or comparable
£ 11.39
/ per day
Christchurch Airport
Standard
Toyota Camry
or comparable
£ 13.62
/ per day
Most Popular Car Hire Deals
Christchurch Airport
Mini
Suzuki Swift
or comparable
£ 14.21
/ per day
Christchurch Airport
Intermediate
Toyota Corolla (2016-2018)
or comparable
£ 17.44
/ per day
Christchurch Airport
Mini Elite SUV
Mitsubishi ASX
or comparable
£ 20.30
/ per day
Christchurch Airport
Full-size SUV
Mitsubishi Outlander
or comparable
£ 29.93
/ per day
These prices are approximate and depend on the dates of the booking, hire length and type of car. This information was last updated at 09:12 on 2024-04-25.
Travel Information
Languages
English, Samoan
Currency
NZD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Dialing code
+64
Average car hire price
£ 16 per day
Average car hire length
9 days
Speed limit within city centre
30 - 50 km/h or 19 - 31 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
80 - 100 km/h or 50 - 62 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gasoline price
£ 1.29 per litre or £ 4.88 / 1 gallon
Lowest gasoline price
£ 1.14 per litre or £ 4.32 / 1 gallon
Highest gasoline price
£ 1.38 per litre or £ 5.22 / 1 gallon
One-way Car Hire in Christchurch
The most popular one-way car hire options for pick up in Christchurch and drop off in another city include:
- From Christchurch to Auckland - 95 offers from £ 14.32 per day
- From Christchurch to Queenstown - 36 offers from £ 18.88 per day
- From Christchurch to Picton - 10 offers from £ 69.45 per day
- From Christchurch to Nelson - 10 offers from £ 69.45 per day
- From Christchurch to Dunedin - 10 offers from £ 69.45 per day
Top 6 Cities near Christchurch
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303.9 km / 188.8 miles
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328 km / 203.8 miles
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347.1 km / 215.7 miles
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434.4 km / 269.9 miles
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605.5 km / 376.2 miles
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669 km / 415.7 miles
Top 3 Locations near Christchurch
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328 km / 203.8 miles
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347.1 km / 215.7 miles
Map of Car Hire Destinations
In which month is car hire in Christchurch the most affordable?
According to our data, prices for hiring a car in Christchurch fluctuate depending on the time of year. This graph displays the average hire prices in each month in order to help you find the best bargain.
Average price for hiring a car per day in Christchurch
The best month to hire a car in Christchurch is April (when the average price is £ 26.03 per day). This is 26% less than the yearly average and 52% less than hiring in December (when the average price is £ 54.75).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
What is the usual period for which people keep their hire cars, on average, in Christchurch?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in January, the average renter keeps their car for 11 days, and in July, they keep their car for 7 days.
Average number of hire days in Christchurch
What is the most favoured month for hiring a car in Christchurch?
Given the number of searches made by our customers, the most popular month for car hire in Christchurch is December, and the least popular is June.
Popularity of Car Hire in Christchurch by Monthly Searches
Car Hire Information
| Car hire locations | 3 |
| Airport locations | 1 |
| Popular suppliers | Ezu Car Rental, Discount Car Rentals New Zealand, Snap, Mode Car Rentals, Yes Rentals |
| Popular car categories | SUVs, Small cars, Medium cars, Large cars |
| Lowest price | £ 10 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Discount Car Rentals New Zealand |
Most Popular Car Hire Models
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discount Car Rentals New Zealand | Toyota Yaris | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Discount Car Rentals New Zealand | Toyota RAV4 | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| EV Hire | Toyota Aqua Hybrid | 5 | 1 | Medium cars |
| Ezu Car Rental | Nissan Tiida | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Bargain Rental Cars | Mazda Demio | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Discount Car Rentals New Zealand | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Rentalcars247 | Mitsubishi ASX | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Ezi Car Rental | Toyota Yaris Cross | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Ezu Car Rental | Toyota Alphard | 5 | 4 | People Carriers |
| Rentalcars247 | Suzuki Swift | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
Our Customers' Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.
JG
United Kingdom
Toyota Aqua Hybrid
25 March 2024
We hired the car for a few days in Akaroa, out of main season. We stayed at the La Rochelle motel which again is worth recommendation. The museum is worth a look as it helps set the context of the origins of Akaroa. The walks are worth the effort. )
PB
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris Cross
4 March 2024
Great views
RH
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4
24 January 2024
We travelled round the whole of the South Island and saw all the different, amazing scenery. The Kiwi people are so friendly and helpful and are so proud of their country. We saw lots of wildlife including seals, sea lions, penguins, albatrosses.
CN
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris Cross
24 January 2024
We did everything!!!! Even went to bluff, up to an observatory, the car allowed us to have a wonderful 12 days of adventure, but we left the car at the hotel in queenstown.
NL
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4
9 January 2024
Went on East Coast and West Coast drive, car was so easy to drove, and the view was spectacular!
BC
United Kingdom
Nissan Tiida
15 November 2023
Road trip down the west coast of new Zealand
MO
Australia
Toyota Prius Hybrid
8 November 2023
Our stay was amazing. We had 16 days in the South Island and we were able to see many amazing places. We travelled to Lake Tekapo, Dunedin, Kaka Point, Lake Manapore, Queenstown, Wanaka, Franz Joseph, Nelson, Kaikoura and back to Christchurch. All these places were very beautiful.
DB
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla STW
3 September 2023
We travelled to kaikoura, Hanmer Springs, back to Christchurch, to Oamaru, to Queenstown and back to Christchurch for our flights home. Would recommend all.
JN
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
2 June 2023
Akaroa and Timaru visiting family and friends
AM
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4
24 February 2023
Accommodation at Duvauchelle was excellent. Next door to a pub.
NP
United Kingdom
Toyota Camry
3 January 2023
Stunning scenery, great food, easy driving and the city’s are worth visiting along the way. People are friendly also.
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Car Hire Statistics
Highest rated company
Cross Country Rentals
9.6 / 10
Lowest rated company
NUCarrentals
6.9 / 10
Total number of reviews
277
Total rental companies
32
Average daily price
£ 15.95
Lowest daily price
£ 10.13
Total cars available
302
Top 32 Suppliers in Christchurch in 2024
Cross Country Rentals
1 location
£ 24 - £ 30
Rentalcars247
1 location
£ 14 - £ 24
Ezi Car Rental
2 locations
£ 27 - £ 136
Snap
1 location
£ 18 - £ 80
Hertz
2 locations
£ 67 - £ 177
SIXT
1 location
£ 26 - £ 114
Mode Car Rentals
1 location
£ 17 - £ 47
Go Rentals
1 location
£ 25 - £ 58
Discount Car Rentals New Zealand
1 location
£ 10 - £ 20
EV Hire
1 location
£ 14
Routes Car Rental
1 location
£ 27 - £ 60
Thrifty
2 locations
£ 31 - £ 79
yesaway
1 location
£ 19 - £ 74
Alamo
1 location
£ 26 - £ 74
Ace Rent a car
1 location
£ 26 - £ 66
Europcar
1 location
£ 27 - £ 161
Budget
3 locations
£ 43 - £ 113
Enterprise
1 location
£ 30 - £ 83
Ezu Car Rental
1 location
£ 11 - £ 107
Yes Rentals
1 location
£ 11 - £ 93
Bargain Rental Cars
2 locations
£ 11 - £ 95
Keddy
1 location
£ 31 - £ 84
USAVE
1 location
£ 37 - £ 38
Jucy
1 location
£ 14
Avis
3 locations
£ 57 - £ 89
Firefly
1 location
National
1 location
Dollar
2 locations
YITU Car Rental
1 location
£ 28 - £ 123
Flexways
1 location
£ 49 - £ 94
Surprice
1 location
NUCarrentals
1 location
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