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Car rental rates in Christchurch / Ōtautahi
The largest city on New Zealand’s South Island, Christchurch / Ōtautahi sits midway down the east coast of the island, roughly four and a half hours to the north of Dunedin / Ōtepoti and four hours to the south of Blenheim / Waiharakeke. A popular tourist destination, the city is within easy reach of New Zealand’s beautiful ski fields and Southern Alps, with popular road trip destinations including Hanmer Springs, Akaroa, Arthur’s Pass, and Kaikoura.
Getting on the road in Christchurch is easy with VroomVroomVroom. By using our easy to use search to find a competitive car hire rate from our selection of well respected car hire provider, you can book your car in as little as a couple of minutes.
Compact Car
Hyundai I30
View offerTravel 16 Sep - 19 Sep 2026
from NZD $74/day
Compact SUV
Mitsubishi ASX or similar
View offerTravel 18 Sep - 25 Sep 2026
from NZD $100/day
Fullsize SUV
Hyundai Santa Fe or similar
View offerTravel 16 Sep - 19 Sep 2026
from NZD $108/day
Standard SUV
Hyundai Tucson 2w.d. or similar
View offerTravel 18 Sep - 25 Sep 2026
from NZD $114/day
Fullsize Elite Ute (double cab)
2 Tonne Payload Flat Deck or similar
View offerTravel 18 Sep - 25 Sep 2026
from NZD $116/day
Compact Commercial Van/Truck
7 Cubic Metre Van or similar
View offerTravel 18 Sep - 25 Sep 2026
from NZD $116/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy or similar
View offerTravel 18 Sep - 25 Sep 2026
from NZD $152/day
Fullsize Sport
Ford Mustang or similar
View offerTravel 21 Sep - 24 Sep 2026
from NZD $154/day
Standard Commercial Van/Truck
Cargo Van Maxi 1100 Kg Payload or similar
View offerTravel 18 Sep - 25 Sep 2026
from NZD $155/day
Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on September 15, 2026 by a New Zealand resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
Rates are in NZD and were last updated on 15 September, 2026
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 16 Aug 2026james t.Booked: Toyota RAV4 or similarChristchurch International Airport
- 15 Aug 2026chris m.Booked: Toyota RAV 4 AWD Hybrid or similarWellington Airport
- 09 Sep 2026jan m.Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similarNelson Airport
- 07 Sep 2026jessica d.Booked: Kia Stonic or similarChristchurch Airport
- 26 Jul 2026grant h.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarAuckland Downtown
- 21 Aug 2026allison b.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarQueenstown Airport
- 04 Jun 2026jamie c.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarChristchurch International Airport
- 29 Jul 2026rochelle m.Booked: Kia Seltos or similarChristchurch Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Christchurch
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Commercial Van/Truck, Convertible, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), SUV and Sport. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | 16 car rental depots in Christchurch. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Apex, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Christchurch daily rate data
Price range over the past 12 months for a compact car
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
$71
$231
16 Sep
$74
$255
17 Sep
$94
$306
18 Sep
$96
$286
19 Sep
$134
$312
20 Sep
$111
$312
21 Sep
$134
$306
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
$79
$127
16 Sep
$232
$322
17 Sep
$308
$330
18 Sep
$100
$330
19 Sep
$324
$330
20 Sep
$324
$330
21 Sep
$322
$330
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
$182
$277
16 Sep
$298
$337
17 Sep
$306
$434
18 Sep
$268
$445
19 Sep
$434
$445
20 Sep
$434
$445
21 Sep
$339
$434
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
$91
$291
16 Sep
$108
$283
17 Sep
$133
$251
18 Sep
$114
$292
19 Sep
$201
$283
20 Sep
$201
$283
21 Sep
$201
$283
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
$282
$296
16 Sep
$210
$296
17 Sep
$171
$263
18 Sep
$163
$305
19 Sep
$210
$296
20 Sep
$210
$296
21 Sep
$210
$296
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
$137
$343
16 Sep
$209
$271
17 Sep
$339
$345
18 Sep
$307
$339
19 Sep
$339
$345
20 Sep
$313
$345
21 Sep
$339
$345
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
$206
$239
16 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
17 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
18 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
19 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
20 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
21 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
$155
$300
16 Sep
$239
$299
17 Sep
$229
$299
18 Sep
$170
$299
19 Sep
$239
$300
20 Sep
$239
$300
21 Sep
$239
$299
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
$196
$211
16 Sep
$211
$266
17 Sep
$211
$266
18 Sep
$196
$314
19 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
20 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
21 Sep
$211
$266
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
$143
$258
16 Sep
$258
$258
17 Sep
$258
$258
18 Sep
$199
$243
19 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
20 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
21 Sep
$258
$258
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
16 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
17 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
18 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
19 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
20 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
21 Sep
$154
$374
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
16 Sep
$130
$130
17 Sep
$130
$130
18 Sep
$116
$130
19 Sep
$130
$130
20 Sep
$130
$130
21 Sep
$130
$130
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
$248
$276
16 Sep
$276
$298
17 Sep
$241
$323
18 Sep
$152
$290
19 Sep
$276
$323
20 Sep
$276
$323
21 Sep
$247
$323
Historical daily rate pricing information is data from actual bookings made using our search engine in the previous 12 months.
Next 7 days rates are obtained from searches in our reservation system for a 3 day rental duration, by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am on the indicated pick up date. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice.
Prices are in NZD and include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in NZD and were last updated on 15 September, 2026
Christchurch Airport car hire
Are you flying into Christchurch?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Christchurch Airport (CHC).
Car rental depots in Christchurch
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Apex Christchurch Airport
4.8 (46)28 Ron Guthrie Road
Mon–Sun 08:00–16:30Apex Christchurch City
4.6 (11)150 Kilmore Street, Christchurch Central
Mon–Sun 08:00–16:30
Avis Chc Harewood Cars
N/A78 Orchard Road (South Island)
Mon–Fri 07:30–16:00, Sat 08:00–12:00, closed SunAvis Christchurch City
5.0 (1)150 Kilmore Street (South Island)
Mon–Sun 08:00–17:00
Budget Chc Harewood Cars
N/A78 Orchard Road
Mon–Fri 07:30–16:00, Sat 08:00–12:00, closed SunBudget Christchurch Airport Trucks
N/ATerminal Building
Mon–Sun 06:00–00:30Budget Christchurch City
4.6 (2)150 Kilmore St
Mon–Sun 08:00–17:00
Dollar Christchurch Downtown
N/A150 Kilmore St, Christchurch
Mon–Fri 08:30–17:00, closed w/e
Hertz Christchurch Downtown
4.8 (1)150 Kilmore St, Christchurch
Mon–Fri 08:30–17:00, closed w/eHertz Christchurch Harewood Downtown
N/A166 Orchard Rd, Harewood
Mon–Sun 08:00–17:30Hertz Christchurch West Cars
N/A23 Commerce Cres, Islington
Mon–Sun 07:30–17:00Hertz Christchurch West Comm
N/A23 Commerce Cres, Islington
Mon–Sun 07:30–17:00
Thrifty Christchurch Downtown
N/A150 Kilmore St, Christchurch
Mon–Fri 08:30–17:00, closed w/eThrifty Christchurch Harewood
N/A166 Orchard Rd, Harewood
Mon–Sun 08:00–17:30Thrifty Christchurch West Cars
N/A23 Commerce Cres, Islington
Mon–Sun 07:30–17:00Thrifty Christchurch West Comm
N/A23 Commerce Cres, Islington
Mon–Sun 07:30–17:00
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Christchurch
How much does it cost to hire a car in Christchurch?
For a rental period from 16 September to 19 September 2026, prices range from NZD $74 per day for a Compact Car to NZD $298 per day for an Intermediate SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle in Christchurch.
What is the cheapest car rental in Christchurch?
The cheapest car rental in Christchurch for the rental period from 16 September to 19 September 2026 is a Hyundai I30 from Apex costing NZD $74 per day. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.
What is the best way to rent a cheap car in Christchurch?
Booking your hire car in Christchurch 12 days beforehand can save you over 20 per cent, based on our own daily rate checks.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Christchurch?
The price of a minivan hired in Christchurch from 18 September to 25 September 2026 ranges from NZD $155 to NZD $314 per day before any added extras. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental in Christchurch.
How much does it cost to hire an Electric Car in Christchurch?
An electric rental car hired in Christchurch from 16 September to 19 September 2026 costs NZD $209 per day before any added extras. As rates can vary depending on the depot location, please enter your travel dates in the search form to compare live rates, rental car provider options, and depot location.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Christchurch?
The highest-rated rental car in Christchurch is Toyota Rav4 2w.d. or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the best car rental company in Christchurch?
Avis is our highest-rated car hire provider in Christchurch, scoring an average rating of 5 out of 5 based on actual bookings by our customers.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Christchurch?
Apex is the cheapest car rental company in Christchurch, with rates from NZD $74 per day based on our rolling weekly search data. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from New Zealand’s most respected rental car providers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Christchurch?
The per-day rates of some rental cars may fall if you book for a longer rental period. Prices often change around daily, three-day, five-day and seven-day periods. Also, note that the selection of rental cars available in Christchurch may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so it’s best to compare a few different booking durations first.
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