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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.
Economy Car
View offerTravel 24 Jul - 29 Jul 2026
from NZD $45/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 24 Jul - 29 Jul 2026
from NZD $46/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 24 Jul - 29 Jul 2026
from NZD $48/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 26 Jul - 31 Jul 2026
from NZD $53/day
Standard SUV
View offerTravel 24 Jul - 29 Jul 2026
from NZD $60/day
Intermediate Convertible
View offerTravel 24 Jul - 27 Jul 2026
from NZD $67/day
Fullsize SUV
View offerTravel 24 Jul - 29 Jul 2026
from NZD $72/day
Compact Elite SUV
View offerTravel 24 Jul - 27 Jul 2026
from NZD $79/day
Premium SUV
View offerTravel 24 Jul - 29 Jul 2026
from NZD $79/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on July 21, 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 21 July, 2026
YOU’RE IN GOOD COMPANY
Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 06 Apr 2026dermarious h.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarChristchurch Airport
- 07 May 2026joanna w.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarAuckland Airport
- 22 Mar 2026micheal h.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarNelson Airport
- 08 Apr 2026sam h.Booked: Toyota RAV-4 Hybrid or similarWellington Airport
- 06 Apr 2026dermarious h.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarChristchurch Airport
- 22 Jun 2026lisa f.Booked: Mystery Vehicle or similarAuckland Airport
- 25 Apr 2026dorothy a.Booked: Mystery Vehicle or similarChristchurch Airport
- 30 Apr 2026annabel s.Booked: VW Tiguan or similarWellington 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
21 Jul
$38
$310
22 Jul
$54
$260
23 Jul
$51
$258
24 Jul
$45
$258
25 Jul
$51
$258
26 Jul
$45
$258
27 Jul
$52
$260
Price range over the past 12 months for a compact SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Jul
$40
$291
22 Jul
$57
$322
23 Jul
$53
$322
24 Jul
$48
$274
25 Jul
$53
$275
26 Jul
$48
$275
27 Jul
$55
$322
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Jul
$46
$368
22 Jul
$67
$347
23 Jul
$62
$367
24 Jul
$55
$340
25 Jul
$60
$367
26 Jul
$53
$367
27 Jul
$61
$347
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Jul
$55
$315
22 Jul
$72
$315
23 Jul
$72
$315
24 Jul
$60
$284
25 Jul
$72
$203
26 Jul
$60
$203
27 Jul
$72
$315
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Jul
$296
$296
22 Jul
$170
$347
23 Jul
$97
$347
24 Jul
$79
$312
25 Jul
$109
$175
26 Jul
$80
$161
27 Jul
$139
$347
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Jul
$165
$305
22 Jul
$201
$239
23 Jul
$206
$239
24 Jul
$171
$224
25 Jul
$206
$224
26 Jul
$192
$224
27 Jul
$217
$239
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Jul
$196
$526
22 Jul
$211
$469
23 Jul
$211
$469
24 Jul
$211
$469
25 Jul
$464
$469
26 Jul
$162
$469
27 Jul
$196
$469
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Jul
$292
$353
22 Jul
$318
$318
23 Jul
$316
$316
24 Jul
$67
$67
25 Jul
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
26 Jul
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
27 Jul
$318
$318
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Jul
$177
$374
22 Jul
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
23 Jul
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
24 Jul
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
25 Jul
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
26 Jul
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
27 Jul
$320
$374
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Jul
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
22 Jul
$130
$130
23 Jul
$130
$130
24 Jul
$130
$130
25 Jul
$130
$130
26 Jul
$130
$130
27 Jul
$130
$130
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Jul
$182
$248
22 Jul
$182
$203
23 Jul
$113
$203
24 Jul
$113
$182
25 Jul
$113
$172
26 Jul
$136
$179
27 Jul
$133
$203
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 21 July, 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
View details4.8 (46)Mon–Sun 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM28 Ron Guthrie Road, South Island
Apex Christchurch City
View details4.6 (11)Mon–Sun 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM150 Kilmore Street, Christchurch Central, South Island
Avis Chc Harewood Cars
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Sun Closed78 Orchard Road (South Island), South Island
Avis Christchurch City
View details5.0 (1)Mon–Sun 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM150 Kilmore Street (South Island), South Island
Budget Chc Harewood Cars
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Sun Closed78 Orchard Road, South Island
Budget Christchurch Airport Trucks
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 6:00 AM - 12:30 AMTerminal Building
Budget Christchurch City
View details4.6 (2)Mon–Sun 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM150 Kilmore St, South Island
Dollar Christchurch Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun Closed150 Kilmore St, Christchurch, North Island
Hertz Christchurch Downtown
View details4.8 (1)Mon–Fri 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun Closed150 Kilmore St, Christchurch, North Island
Hertz Christchurch Harewood Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM166 Orchard Rd, Harewood, North Island
Hertz Christchurch West Cars
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM23 Commerce Cres, Islington, North Island
Hertz Christchurch West Comm
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM23 Commerce Cres, Islington, North Island
Thrifty Christchurch Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun Closed150 Kilmore St, Christchurch, North Island
Thrifty Christchurch Harewood
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM166 Orchard Rd, Harewood, North Island
Thrifty Christchurch West Cars
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM23 Commerce Cres, Islington, North Island
Thrifty Christchurch West Comm
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM23 Commerce Cres, Islington, North Island
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Christchurch
How much does it cost to hire a car in Christchurch?
Prices start at NZD $45 per day for an Economy Car, up to NZD $340 per day for an Intermediate SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Christchurch.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Christchurch?
If you’ve got a crowd, but don’t need something as large as a bus, then a 7-seater or 8-seater Minivan hire might be your best option. A Minivan costs NZD $162 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Christchurch.
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 highest-rated car hire provider in Christchurch?
Avis is the highest-rated car hire provider in Christchurch, based on ratings by our customers.
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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