Car Hire in Christchurch
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Cheapest Car Hire Rates
Christchurch Airport
Economy
Toyota Yaris or comparable
$12.78 per day
City Centre
Compact
Mazda Demio or comparable
$14.16 per day
Christchurch Airport
Mini
Nissan March or comparable
$16.32 per day
Christchurch Airport
Economy Elite
Toyota Aqua or comparable
$16.47 per day
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Christchurch Airport
Standard
Toyota Corolla or comparable
$23.28 per day
Christchurch Airport
Intermediate SUV
Mitsubishi Outlander or comparable
$26.30 per day
Christchurch Airport
Full-size SUV
Mitsubishi Outlander or comparable
$31.51 per day
Christchurch Airport
Premium Van
Toyota Vellfire or comparable
$40.78 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 20:31 on 24/04/2025. 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
Dialing code
+64
Average car hire price
$23 per day
Average car hire length
10 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 petrol price
$1.68 per litre or $6.36 per gallon
Lowest petrol price
$1.55 per litre or $5.88 per gallon
Highest petrol price
$1.74 per litre or $6.61 per 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 $19.01 per day
- From Christchurch to Queenstown - 36 offers from $25.07 per day
- From Christchurch to Picton - 10 offers from $92.22 per day
- From Christchurch to Nelson - 10 offers from $92.22 per day
- From Christchurch to Dunedin - 10 offers from $92.22 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 May (when the average price is $22.42 per day). This is 38% less than the yearly average and 68% less than hiring in December (when the average price is $69.72).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your car 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 select your dates in the form at the top of the page 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 car 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 select your dates in the form at the top of the page to find out the exact prices.
What's the usual period for which people keep their hire cars, on average, in Christchurch?
Car hire lengths vary from month to month: in January, the average hirer keeps their car for 12 days, and in June, 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 hiring a car in Christchurch is December, and the least popular is May.
Popularity of Car Hire in Christchurch by Monthly Searches
Car hire information
| Car hire locations | 3 |
| Airport locations | 1 |
| Popular suppliers | Discount Car Rentals New Zealand, Ezu Car Rental, Yes Rentals, Bargain Rental Cars, Mode Car Rentals |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, SUVs, Medium cars, Large cars |
| Lowest price | $13 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Discount Car Rentals New Zealand |
Most popular car models of suppliers
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discount Car Rentals New Zealand | Toyota RAV4 | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Discount Car Rentals New Zealand | Toyota Yaris | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Bargain Rental Cars | Mazda Demio | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Discount Car Rentals New Zealand | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Yes Rentals | Toyota Corolla | 5 | 1 | Medium cars |
| Jucy | Suzuki Swift | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Ezu Car Rental | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Rentalcars247 | Mitsubishi ASX | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Yes Rentals | Toyota Aqua | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Ezu Car Rental | Toyota Yaris 2016 | 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 the 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.
PM
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
12/04/2025
see milford sound, and central Otago is amazing especially the rial trail
TJ
United Kingdom
Nissan X-Trail
11/02/2025
We toured parts of the South Island and our car was a saloon just right for 2 with suitcases.
NW
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris (2016-2018)
13/11/2024
We drove from Christchurch to Wanaka taking in Lake Tekapo - incredible scenery! 
OW
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris (2016-2018)
10/06/2024
Lotus Heart Restaurant in Christchurch a really amazing place to eat.
JG
United Kingdom
Toyota Aqua Hybrid
25/03/2024
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
Ford Puma
04/03/2024
Great views
RH
United Kingdom
Mitsubishi Eclipse
24/01/2024
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
Ford Puma
24/01/2024
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
09/01/2024
Went on East Coast and West Coast drive, car was so easy to drove, and the view was spectacular!
BC
United Kingdom
Nissan Tiida
15/11/2023
Road trip down the west coast of new Zealand
MO
Australia
Toyota Prius Hybrid
08/11/2023
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
03/09/2023
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
02/06/2023
Akaroa and Timaru visiting family and friends
AM
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4
24/02/2023
Accommodation at Duvauchelle was excellent. Next door to a pub. 
NP
United Kingdom
Toyota Camry
03/01/2023
Stunning scenery, great food, easy driving and the city’s are worth visiting along the way. People are friendly also.
Only good thing’s to say about NZ
Car Hire Statistics
Highest-rated company
Cross Country Rentals
9.5 / 10
Lowest-rated company
NUCarrentals
7 / 10
Total number of reviews
343
Total rental companies
38
Average daily price
$22.70
Lowest daily price
$12.78
Total cars available
376
Top 38 suppliers in Christchurch in 2025
Cross Country Rentals
1 location
$26 - $75
GoldStar
1 location
$19 - $42
Ezu Car Rental
1 location
$41 - $150
Ezi Car Rental
2 locations
$40 - $164
Rentalcars247
1 location
$21 - $32
Snap
1 location
$20 - $78
Hertz
3 locations
$103 - $221
Dollar
2 locations
$42 - $184
SIXT
1 location
$50 - $85
Mode Car Rentals
1 location
$20 - $59
Go Rentals
2 locations
$36
Alamo
1 location
$56 - $61
Budget
3 locations
$94 - $178
Yes Rentals
2 locations
$16 - $275
Thrifty
3 locations
$46 - $188
Ace Rental Cars
1 location
$23 - $119
Europcar
1 location
$38 - $132
Joy Car Rental
1 location
$31
Enterprise
1 location
$60 - $65
EV Hire
1 location
$15
Routes Car Rental
1 location
$15
yesaway
1 location
$79 - $122
Bargain Rental Cars
2 locations
$14 - $182
Avis
3 locations
$14 - $182
Keddy
1 location
$40 - $109
Jucy
1 location
$40 - $109
James Blond
1 location
$61 - $102
USave Truck & Van Rentals
1 location
$46
Firefly
3 locations
$46
National
1 location
$46
YITU Car Rental
1 location
$46
Discount Car Rentals New Zealand
1 location
$13 - $31
GreenMotion
1 location
$13 - $31
NZ Rent a Car
1 location
$13 - $31
Surprice
1 location
$13 - $31
Flexways
1 location
$49 - $112
Autounion
1 location
$16 - $135
NUCarrentals
1 location
$28 - $216
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