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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 SUV
View offerTravel 24 Oct - 29 Oct 2025
from NZD $65/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 24 Oct - 29 Oct 2025
from NZD $65/day
Intermediate Car
View offerTravel 24 Oct - 29 Oct 2025
from NZD $67/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 24 Oct - 29 Oct 2025
from NZD $81/day
Economy Car
View offerTravel 22 Oct - 25 Oct 2025
from NZD $136/day
Fullsize SUV
View offerTravel 27 Oct - 30 Oct 2025
from NZD $164/day
Standard Elite Sport
View offerTravel 27 Oct - 30 Oct 2025
from NZD $182/day
Premium SUV
View offerTravel 26 Oct - 31 Oct 2025
from NZD $194/day
Fullsize Passenger Van
View offerTravel 23 Oct - 26 Oct 2025
from NZD $201/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on October 21, 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 21 October, 2025
YOU’RE IN GOOD COMPANY
Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 12 Oct 2025jeanette n.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarChristchurch Downtown
- 19 Aug 2025john r.Booked: Ford Puma Hybrid or similarQueenstown Airport
- 17 Sep 2025luke b.Booked: Toyota Rav4 4w.d. or similarAuckland City
- 16 Oct 2025steven m.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarChristchurch Airport
- 15 Jul 2025gareth b.Booked: Mystery Car or similarWellington International Airport
- 25 Jun 2025soane a.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarAuckland Airport
- 12 Jul 2025grant w.Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similarQueenstown Airport
- 02 Jul 2025anthony b.Booked: Kia Seltos or similarAuckland 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
21 Oct
$136
$231
22 Oct
$79
$231
23 Oct
$79
$231
24 Oct
$65
$219
25 Oct
$79
$79
26 Oct
$65
$79
27 Oct
$79
$149
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Oct
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 Oct
$81
$81
23 Oct
$81
$81
24 Oct
$67
$81
25 Oct
$81
$81
26 Oct
$67
$81
27 Oct
$81
$81
Price range over the past 12 months for a small SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Oct
$256
$275
22 Oct
$78
$262
23 Oct
$78
$275
24 Oct
$65
$234
25 Oct
$78
$275
26 Oct
$65
$275
27 Oct
$78
$275
Price range over the past 12 months for a medium SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Oct
$228
$333
22 Oct
$98
$333
23 Oct
$98
$333
24 Oct
$81
$321
25 Oct
$98
$333
26 Oct
$81
$333
27 Oct
$98
$333
Price range over the past 12 months for a large SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Oct
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 Oct
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 Oct
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 Oct
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 Oct
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 Oct
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 Oct
$164
$164
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Oct
$288
$288
22 Oct
$288
$347
23 Oct
$249
$347
24 Oct
$204
$347
25 Oct
$219
$219
26 Oct
$194
$219
27 Oct
$256
$347
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Oct
$288
$288
22 Oct
$239
$288
23 Oct
$201
$239
24 Oct
$201
$239
25 Oct
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 Oct
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 Oct
$239
$288
Price range over the past 12 months for a luxury passenger van
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Oct
$261
$290
22 Oct
$261
$277
23 Oct
$261
$290
24 Oct
$216
$249
25 Oct
$261
$290
26 Oct
$216
$290
27 Oct
$275
$290
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Oct
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 Oct
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 Oct
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 Oct
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 Oct
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 Oct
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 Oct
$182
$229
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Oct
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 Oct
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 Oct
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 Oct
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 Oct
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 Oct
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 Oct
$254
$374
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
21 Oct
$276
$276
22 Oct
$276
$323
23 Oct
$276
$323
24 Oct
$265
$323
25 Oct
$305
$305
26 Oct
$265
$305
27 Oct
$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 21 October, 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
4.56 • 11 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 $65 per day for a Compact SUV, 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 $182 and NZD $290 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 $201 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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