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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 CarView offerFrom NZD $56/day
for 18 Sep - 21 Sep 2025
Compact CarView offerFrom NZD $80/day
for 22 Sep - 25 Sep 2025
Intermediate CarView offerFrom NZD $104/day
for 18 Sep - 21 Sep 2025
Intermediate SUVView offerFrom NZD $141/day
for 18 Sep - 21 Sep 2025
Fullsize SUVView offerFrom NZD $151/day
for 20 Sep - 25 Sep 2025
SpecialView offerFrom NZD $171/day
for 20 Sep - 25 Sep 2025
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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on September 17, 2025 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 17 September, 2025
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 04 Jun 2025collette j.Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander 2w.d. or similarChristchurch City
- 08 Aug 2025matthew v.Booked: Mitsubishi Asx or similarAuckland International Airport
- 04 Jun 2025nigel s.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarNelson Airport
- 12 Aug 2025anissa b.Booked: Ford Focus Hybrid or similarWellington Airport
- 21 Aug 2025janice a.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarAuckland Airport
- 26 Aug 2025jordan j.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarQueenstown Airport
- 05 Aug 2025alicia s.Booked: Toyota Highlander or similarAuckland City
- 17 Aug 2025timothy g.Booked: Kia Seltos or similarWellington Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Christchurch
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), SUV and Sport. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Seven car rental depots in Christchurch. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Apex, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Ezi, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Christchurch daily rate data
Price range over the past 12 months for a small car
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Sep
$56
$260
18 Sep
$56
$260
19 Sep
$73
$200
20 Sep
$72
$260
21 Sep
$73
$260
22 Sep
$80
$260
23 Sep
$80
$145
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
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
$104
$104
19 Sep
$126
$126
20 Sep
$123
$148
21 Sep
$148
$148
22 Sep
$123
$148
23 Sep
$148
$148
Price range over the past 12 months for a small SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Sep
$238
$275
18 Sep
$202
$275
19 Sep
$192
$206
20 Sep
$196
$275
21 Sep
$270
$275
22 Sep
$211
$275
23 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
Price range over the past 12 months for a medium SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Sep
$237
$305
18 Sep
$141
$333
19 Sep
$164
$283
20 Sep
$155
$333
21 Sep
$188
$333
22 Sep
$155
$348
23 Sep
$188
$344
Price range over the past 12 months for a large SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Sep
$159
$159
18 Sep
$159
$159
19 Sep
$203
$203
20 Sep
$151
$203
21 Sep
$203
$203
22 Sep
$151
$203
23 Sep
$203
$203
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Sep
$180
$296
18 Sep
$180
$347
19 Sep
$260
$347
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
22 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
23 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
17 Sep
$291
$291
18 Sep
$255
$334
19 Sep
$255
$341
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
22 Sep
$291
$341
23 Sep
$291
$341
Price range over the past 12 months for a luxury passenger van
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Sep
$275
$290
18 Sep
$275
$290
19 Sep
$197
$221
20 Sep
$201
$290
21 Sep
$275
$290
22 Sep
$216
$290
23 Sep
$275
$290
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Sep
$248
$268
18 Sep
$211
$268
19 Sep
$211
$211
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
22 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
23 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
17 Sep
$276
$276
18 Sep
$276
$323
19 Sep
$276
$323
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
22 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
23 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
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 17 September, 2025
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
Car hire depots in Christchurch are marked on the map below.
Apex Christchurch City
150 Kilmore Street, Christchurch Central, Christchurch SI, 8011
Today •8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
4.54 • 10 ratings
Avis Christchurch City
150 Kilmore Street (South Island), Christchurch SI, 8013
Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
5.00 • 1 rating
Budget Christchurch City
150 Kilmore St, Christchurch Si SI, 8013
Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
4.60 • 2 ratings
Dollar Christchurch Downtown
150 Kilmore St, Christchurch, Christchurch S.i NI, 8013
Today •8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Today •2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Ezi Christchurch City
150 Kilmore Street, Central City, Christchurch SI, 8013
Today •8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
4.44 • 5 ratings
Hertz Christchurch Downtown
150 Kilmore St, Christchurch, Christchurch S.i. NI, 8013
Today •8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Today •2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
4.80 • 1 rating
Thrifty Christchurch Downtown
150 Kilmore St, Christchurch, Christchurch S.i. NI, 8013
Today •8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Today •2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Christchurch
How much does it cost to hire a car in Christchurch?
Prices start at NZD $56 per day for an Economy Car, up to NZD $347 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Christchurch.
How much does it cost to hire an Electric Car in Christchurch?
If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs between NZD $197 and NZD $221 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car 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 $255 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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