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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
View offerTravel 16 Mar - 21 Mar 2026
from NZD $114/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 16 Mar - 21 Mar 2026
from NZD $119/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 16 Mar - 21 Mar 2026
from NZD $129/day
Intermediate Car
View offerTravel 16 Mar - 21 Mar 2026
from NZD $139/day
Economy Car
View offerTravel 16 Mar - 19 Mar 2026
from NZD $191/day
Fullsize Passenger Van
View offerTravel 12 Mar - 15 Mar 2026
from NZD $239/day
Fullsize Sport
View offerTravel 16 Mar - 21 Mar 2026
from NZD $252/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 12 Mar - 15 Mar 2026
from NZD $276/day
Premium SUV
View offerTravel 12 Mar - 15 Mar 2026
from NZD $296/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on March 11, 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 11 March, 2026
YOU’RE IN GOOD COMPANY
Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 28 Jan 2026susan a.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarChristchurch City
- 29 Jan 2026stephanie g.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similarAuckland Domestic Airport
- 29 Dec 2025romeo g.Booked: Toyota RAV 4 AWD Hybrid or similarQueenstown Airport
- 14 Jan 2026arthur c.Booked: Toyota Yaris or similarWellington International Airport
- 09 Mar 2026peter p.Booked: Toyota Rav4 Hybrid or similarAuckland Airport
- 09 Jan 2026barry d.Booked: Toyota Yaris or similarWellington International Airport
- 15 Jan 2026shanray w.Booked: Toyota Rav4 4w.d. or similarAuckland Airport
- 11 Jan 2026leslie o.Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d. or similarNapier 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 compact car
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Mar
$318
$318
12 Mar
$255
$325
13 Mar
$255
$260
14 Mar
$255
$325
15 Mar
$218
$255
16 Mar
$114
$255
17 Mar
$138
$255
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Mar
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
12 Mar
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
13 Mar
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
14 Mar
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
15 Mar
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 Mar
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 Mar
$140
$140
Price range over the past 12 months for a standard SUV
Price range over the past 12 months for a compact SUV
Price range over the past 12 months for a fullsize SUV
Price range over the past 12 months for a intermediate SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Mar
$337
$337
12 Mar
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
13 Mar
$270
$275
14 Mar
$310
$336
15 Mar
$232
$328
16 Mar
$119
$270
17 Mar
$144
$270
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Mar
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
12 Mar
$372
$372
13 Mar
$356
$363
14 Mar
$364
$472
15 Mar
$346
$364
16 Mar
$143
$381
17 Mar
$173
$381
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Mar
$296
$296
12 Mar
$296
$347
13 Mar
$296
$347
14 Mar
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
15 Mar
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 Mar
$296
$347
17 Mar
$296
$347
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Mar
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
12 Mar
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
13 Mar
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
14 Mar
$315
$351
15 Mar
$196
$343
16 Mar
$129
$285
17 Mar
$196
$285
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Mar
$305
$305
12 Mar
$239
$305
13 Mar
$239
$305
14 Mar
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
15 Mar
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 Mar
$239
$305
17 Mar
$239
$305
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Mar
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
12 Mar
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
13 Mar
$380
$380
14 Mar
$355
$380
15 Mar
$380
$380
16 Mar
$355
$380
17 Mar
$380
$380
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Mar
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
12 Mar
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
13 Mar
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
14 Mar
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
15 Mar
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 Mar
$252
$374
17 Mar
$320
$374
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Mar
$276
$276
12 Mar
$276
$323
13 Mar
$276
$323
14 Mar
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
15 Mar
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 Mar
$276
$323
17 Mar
$276
$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 11 March, 2026
Christchurch Airport car hire
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Car rental depots in Christchurch
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Apex Christchurch City
View details4.6 (11)Mon–Sun 08:00–16:30150 Kilmore Street, Christchurch Central, South Island
Avis Christchurch City
View details5.0 (1)Mon–Sun 08:00–17:00150 Kilmore Street (South Island), South Island
Budget Christchurch City
View details4.6 (2)Mon–Sun 08:00–17:00150 Kilmore St, South Island
Dollar Christchurch Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:30–11:30 14:00–17:00, Sat–Sun Closed150 Kilmore St, Christchurch, North Island
Ezi Christchurch City
View details4.4 (5)Mon–Fri 08:00–16:30, Sat–Sun Closed150 Kilmore Street, Central City, South Island
Hertz Christchurch Downtown
View details4.8 (1)Mon–Fri 08:30–11:30 14:00–17:00, Sat–Sun Closed150 Kilmore St, Christchurch, North Island
Thrifty Christchurch Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:30–11:30 14:00–17:00, Sat–Sun Closed150 Kilmore St, Christchurch, 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 $114 per day for a Compact 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 $129 and NZD $142 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 $239 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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