Overlooking Christchurch.
  1. Car rental
  2. New Zealand
  3. Christchurch Airport

The easiest way to book a car rental at Christchurch Airport (CHC)

4.8 
From 111,540 total reviews
4,372,795
Bookings & counting
2001
Trusted since

Great value rental cars from Christchurch Airport’s most trusted car hire providers

  • Alamo Rent a Car
  • Apex Car Rentals
  • Avis
  • Budget Car Rental
  • Dollar Car Rental
  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
  • Sixt
  • Thrifty Car Rental

Car rental rates at Christchurch Airport

The Christchurch International Airport (CHC) is the main airport for Christchurch, the largest city in New Zealand’s South Island, and it is located around 12 kilometres to the northwest of Christchurch / Ōtautahi. To drive from the city centre to the airport should take about 20 minutes depending on traffic.


Getting on the road at Christchurch Airport 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.

×

Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on November 09, 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 09 November, 2026

YOU’RE IN GOOD COMPANY

Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think

Our customers have rated their Christchurch Airport car rental booking experience 4.8/5
(612 reviews)
  • 22 Oct 2026

    Super simple

    sean l.
    Booked: Mercedes GLA 200 or similar
    Christchurch Airport
    Mercedes GLA 200 or similar
  • 10 Sep 2026

    SIMPLY AND EASY AND CLEAR

    bernard w.
    Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similar
    Christchurch Airport
    Mazda CX-30 or similar
  • 09 Sep 2026

    quick and easy.

    tim m.
    Booked: Ford Mustang or similar
    Christchurch Airport
    Ford Mustang or similar
  • 07 Sep 2026

    Quick

    jessica d.
    Booked: Kia Stonic or similar
    Christchurch Airport
    Kia Stonic or similar
  • 03 Sep 2026

    Easy

    sean f.
    Booked: Toyota RAV4 or similar
    Christchurch International Airport
    Toyota RAV4 or similar
  • 16 Aug 2026

    I've used Vroom many times, very easy, reliable & straight forward

    james t.
    Booked: Toyota RAV4 or similar
    Christchurch International Airport
    Toyota RAV4 or similar
  • 05 Aug 2026

    magic well done Vroom, best car booking site on the planet !

    matthew t.
    Booked: Toyota Yaris or similar
    Christchurch International Airport
    Toyota Yaris or similar
  • 29 Jul 2026

    Easy, great prices.

    rochelle m.
    Booked: Kia Seltos or similar
    Christchurch Airport
    Kia Seltos or similar
×

We ask users of our booking service to review it after they've completed their reservation. We present a selection of reviews on this page. Our review scores are calculated by averaging the scores of all the reviews that we collect. We don't publish reviews that violate our guidelines. To learn more about guidelines and our reviews generally, visit Terms and Conditions.

Learn more about our reviews.

Quick facts on hiring a car at Christchurch Airport

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Commercial Van/Truck, Convertible, Crossover, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), SUV and Sport.
🔑 No. of depotsTen car rental depots at Christchurch Airport.
✅ Rental brandsAlamo, Apex, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available at Christchurch Airport

Popular rental car models at Christchurch Airport last month

  • % of Bookings
    Price range last month

  • 1

    19%

    50
    293
    Toyota Corolla Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla HybridCompact Car

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Sixt, Alamo, Enterprise

  • 2

    9%

    47
    52
    Mystery Car

    Mystery CarSpecial Special Offer Car

    5

    4

    1 small

    Rent with

    Europcar, Alamo, Budget

  • 3

    7%

    45
    135
    Kia Stonic

    Kia StonicCompact Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Hertz, Thrifty

  • 4

    6%

    54
    401
    Mitsubishi Outlander

    Mitsubishi OutlanderIntermediate SUV

    5

    5

    3 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Enterprise, Thrifty

  • 5

    4%

    89
    141
    Ford Mustang

    Ford MustangFullsize Sport

    2

    2

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Hertz, Thrifty

Audi vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

  • Audi Q7 AWD

    Audi Q7 AWD

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Ford vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

  • Ford Everest

    Ford Everest

    7

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz, Avis, Budget, Europcar

  • Ford Mustang

    Ford Mustang

    2

    2

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Ford Ranger 4wd (inc Canopy)

    Ford Ranger 4wd (inc Canopy)

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Ford Ranger Wildtrak

    Ford Ranger Wildtrak

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Europcar, Alamo, Enterprise

  • Ford Transit

    Ford Transit

    9

    5

    3 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Honda vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

  • Honda Cr-v Awd

    Honda Cr-v Awd

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Honda CR-V Awd W/ Ski Racks

    Honda CR-V Awd W/ Ski Racks

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Honda CRV Hybrid

    Honda CRV Hybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Hyundai vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

  • Hyundai I30

    Hyundai I30

    5

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Apex

  • Hyundai Kona Electric

    Hyundai Kona ElectricElectric

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

  • Hyundai Santa Fe

    Hyundai Santa Fe

    5

    5

    4 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Apex, Europcar, Hertz

  • HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID

    HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRIDHybrid

    7

    4

    4 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Hyundai Staria

    Hyundai Staria

    8

    5

    3 large, 4 small

    Providers

    Apex

  • Hyundai Tucson

    Hyundai Tucson

    5

    5

    4 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Apex

Kia vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

  • Kia Carnival

    Kia Carnival

    8

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Avis, Budget, Alamo, Enterprise

  • Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa

    Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa

    8

    5

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Kia Niro Hybrid

    Kia Niro HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Seltos

    Kia Seltos

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Sorento

    Kia Sorento

    5

    5

    5 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

  • Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Stonic

    Kia Stonic

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz, Europcar

Mazda vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

  • Mazda 3

    Mazda 3

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

  • Mazda CX-30

    Mazda CX-30

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

  • Mazda MX5 Roadster

    Mazda MX5 Roadster

    2

    2

    1 large

    Providers

    Hertz

Mercedes vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

  • Mercedes GLA 200

    Mercedes GLA 200

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Mercedes GLC 200

    Mercedes GLC 200

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

MG vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

  • Mg Zs Excite

    Mg Zs Excite

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

  • Mitsubishi ASX

    Mitsubishi ASX

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Alamo, Enterprise, Apex

  • Mitsubishi Outlander

    Mitsubishi Outlander

    5

    5

    5 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Thrifty, Hertz, Alamo

  • Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

    5

    4

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Alamo, Enterprise

Nissan vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

  • Nissan Xtrail Aw.d.

    Nissan Xtrail Aw.d.

    5

    5

    4 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Apex

Polestar vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

  • Polestar 2

    Polestar 2Electric

    5

    4

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Skoda vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

  • Skoda Kodiaq

    Skoda Kodiaq

    7

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty

Suzuki vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

  • Suzuki Jimny

    Suzuki Jimny

    4

    3

    1 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar, Thrifty, Hertz

  • Suzuki Swift Hybrid

    Suzuki Swift HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Tesla vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

  • Tesla Model Y Long Range

    Tesla Model Y Long RangeElectric

    5

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Alamo

Toyota vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

  • Toyota C-HR

    Toyota C-HR

    5

    4

    1 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Alamo, Enterprise

  • Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Alamo, Enterprise

  • Toyota Corolla Cross

    Toyota Corolla CrossHybrid

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Alamo, Enterprise

  • Toyota Corolla Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla Hybrid

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota Highlander

    Toyota HighlanderHybrid

    5

    5

    4 large, 6 small

    Providers

    Alamo, Enterprise

  • Toyota Highlander AWD Hybrid

    Toyota Highlander AWD Hybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota Kluger Hybrid

    Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid

    7

    5

    4 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Toyota RAV 4 AWD Hybrid

    Toyota RAV 4 AWD Hybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota RAV-4 Hybrid

    Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • TOYOTA RAV-4 HYBRID

    TOYOTA RAV-4 HYBRIDHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Toyota RAV4

    Toyota RAV4

    5

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Alamo, Enterprise

  • Toyota Rav4 Hybrid

    Toyota Rav4 HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    5 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

  • Toyota Yaris

    Toyota Yaris

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Alamo, Enterprise

Showing 10 of 13 vehicles

Other vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

  • 12 Seat Bus

    12 Seat Bus

    12

    4

    12 large

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • 7 Cubic Metre Van

    7 Cubic Metre Van

    2

    2

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Chery Tiggo 4 Ultimate

    Chery Tiggo 4 Ultimate

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Chery Tiggo 7 Phev

    Chery Tiggo 7 PhevHybrid

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Cy Omoda 9 Virtue Shs

    Cy Omoda 9 Virtue Shs

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Description Not Available

    Description Not Available

    4

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Geely EX2

    Geely EX2Electric

    4

    5

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Geely EX5

    Geely EX5Electric

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Geely Starray

    Geely StarrayHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Haval H6 Ultra Phev 2wd

    Haval H6 Ultra Phev 2wdHybrid

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Hv H6 Ultra Phev 2wd

    Hv H6 Ultra Phev 2wdHybrid

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    1 small

    Providers

    Europcar, Alamo, Enterprise, Budget

  • Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy

    Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • VW Tayron R-Line AWD

    VW Tayron R-Line AWD

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • VW Tiguan

    VW Tiguan

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Showing 10 of 15 vehicles

×

“Or similar” refers to how our rental providers classify cars. Please be advised they cannot guarantee that a specific car model will be available. Partners categorise similar models into “vehicle groups” and confirm availability on this basis. Our team are available to contact the depot on your behalf where you are picking up your vehicle to enquire what models are available under the vehicle group you booked. Please contact customer support for further information.

Vehicle models are subject to provider availability

Christchurch Airport daily rate data

Price range over the past 12 months for a compact car

Price range over the past 12 months for an economy car

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Nov

$140

$275

Tue

10 Nov

$183

$253

Wed

11 Nov

$183

$253

Thu

12 Nov

$140

$254

Fri

13 Nov

$183

$325

Sat

14 Nov

$152

$325

Sun

15 Nov

$183

$325

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Nov

$216

$286

Tue

10 Nov

$223

$223

Wed

11 Nov

$242

$242

Thu

12 Nov

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

Fri

13 Nov

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

Sat

14 Nov

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

Sun

15 Nov

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 compact SUV

Price range over the past 12 months for a standard SUV

Price range over the past 12 months for an intermediate SUV

Price range over the past 12 months for a premium SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Nov

$129

$343

Tue

10 Nov

$191

$335

Wed

11 Nov

$191

$335

Thu

12 Nov

$146

$333

Fri

13 Nov

$191

$333

Sat

14 Nov

$158

$333

Sun

15 Nov

$191

$333

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Nov

$105

$475

Tue

10 Nov

$133

$453

Wed

11 Nov

$133

$453

Thu

12 Nov

$105

$481

Fri

13 Nov

$133

$391

Sat

14 Nov

$114

$442

Sun

15 Nov

$133

$427

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Nov

$151

$530

Tue

10 Nov

$197

$494

Wed

11 Nov

$197

$494

Thu

12 Nov

$151

$536

Fri

13 Nov

$197

$431

Sat

14 Nov

$162

$482

Sun

15 Nov

$197

$467

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Nov

$208

$555

Tue

10 Nov

$208

$518

Wed

11 Nov

$208

$518

Thu

12 Nov

$208

$561

Fri

13 Nov

$208

$456

Sat

14 Nov

$208

$507

Sun

15 Nov

$208

$492

Price range over the past 12 months for a premium pick up extended cab

Price range over the past 12 months for a standard elite sport

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Nov

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

Tue

10 Nov

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

Wed

11 Nov

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

Thu

12 Nov

$145

$187

Fri

13 Nov

$178

$178

Sat

14 Nov

$160

$178

Sun

15 Nov

$170

$170

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Nov

$135

$350

Tue

10 Nov

$135

$350

Wed

11 Nov

$135

$350

Thu

12 Nov

$162

$348

Fri

13 Nov

$199

$348

Sat

14 Nov

$179

$348

Sun

15 Nov

$189

$348

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Nov

$268

$268

Tue

10 Nov

$268

$342

Wed

11 Nov

$268

$342

Thu

12 Nov

$268

$335

Fri

13 Nov

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

Sat

14 Nov

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

Sun

15 Nov

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

Today

09 Nov

$318

$541

Tue

10 Nov

$412

$422

Wed

11 Nov

$412

$422

Thu

12 Nov

$318

$485

Fri

13 Nov

$377

$415

Sat

14 Nov

$343

$435

Sun

15 Nov

$415

$435

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

09 Nov

$350

$555

Tue

10 Nov

$357

$518

Wed

11 Nov

$357

$518

Thu

12 Nov

$321

$561

Fri

13 Nov

$386

$456

Sat

14 Nov

$360

$507

Sun

15 Nov

$420

$492

×

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 09 November, 2026

How do I pick up a rental car at Christchurch Airport?

Christchurch Airport has one terminal and a selection of on-site car rental brands to select from. See below for clear instructions on how to find Christchurch Airport’s car hire desks and where to pick up your rental car.

Christchurch Airport terminal

  • International and Domestic Terminal

    Christchurch International Airport has a single terminal that caters to both domestic and international flights.

Pick up instructions

  • Is your rental company desk on-airport or off-airport?

    International and Domestic Terminal

    On- and off-airport
    The on- and off-airport hire car desks are located on the ground floor opposite the international arrivals.

  • Finalise your rental agreement and collect keys

    Once you are at the hire car company desk, you’ll need to finalise your rental agreement and collect your vehicle keys.

  • Head to the designated car park to pick up your car

    International and Domestic Terminal

    On airport
    The on-airport hire cars are parked in the car park outside the terminal, approximately a two minute walk from the terminal.
    Off airport
    If you booked with an off-airport provider, you’ll need to catch shuttle transport to the car rental provider’s premises near the airport.

  • What should I do if the desk is unattended?

    Hopefully the car rental company has left a sign with instructions or a contact number. In this situation, use the number they have provided and let them know that you have arrived or follow the directions out to the car park where a rental attendant will help you.

    If there is no sign, check your booking confirmation email for a contact phone number.

    If you still have no luck finding assistance, contact us. Don’t be alarmed. It’s not unusual to see unmanned desks, and rest assured there’s usually someone who can help out in the car park where the rental cars are located.

    We'll be right back

Returning a hire car at Christchurch Airport

  • On-airport

    As you drive to the airport, observe the overhead signs and follow the rental car park signs.

    For after-hours returns, there will be a return slot where you can drop off the key. Park and lock the car, then place the keys in the drop box located in the returns area.

  • Off-airport

    For off-airport rental car returns to Christchurch Airport, where you need to return your hire car to depends on which rental provider your vehicle came from.

    For Apex, off-airport rental cars need to be returned to their Christchurch Airport branch at 28 Ron Guthrey Road. A courtesy shuttle service provided by Apex will take you directly to the designated drop-off point close to the Christchurch Airport terminal.

Car rental depots at Christchurch Airport

Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.

  • Alamo Rent a Car Christchurch International Airport

    Alamo Rent a Car Christchurch International Airport

    4.8 (20)

    Christchurch Airport, 30 Durey Rd

    Mon–Sun 00:00–01:30 & 07:00–23:59
  • Apex Car Rentals Christchurch Airport

    Apex Car Rentals Christchurch Airport

    4.8 (46)

    28 Ron Guthrie Road

    Mon–Sun 08:00–16:30
  • Avis Christchurch Airport

    Avis Christchurch Airport

    4.8 (4)

    Terminal Building (South Island)

    Mon–Sun 06:00–01:30
  • Budget Car Rental Christchurch Airport

    Budget Car Rental Christchurch Airport

    4.7 (17)

    Terminal Building

    Mon–Sun 06:00–01:30
  • Dollar Car Rental Christchurch Airport

    Dollar Car Rental Christchurch Airport

    N/A

    30 Durey Rd, Christchurch

    Mon–Sun 00:00–01:00 & 07:00–00:00
  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car Christchurch International Airport

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car Christchurch International Airport

    4.9 (7)

    30 Durey Rd, Christchurch Airport

    Mon–Sun 00:00–01:30 & 07:00–23:59
  • Europcar Christchurch Airport

    Europcar Christchurch Airport

    4.3 (7)

    Christchurch International Terminal Arrivals Area

    Mon 00:00–01:30, Tue–Wed 07:00–23:59, Thu 00:00–01:30, Fri–Sun 07:00–23:59
  • Hertz Christchurch Airport

    Hertz Christchurch Airport

    4.9 (5)

    30 Durey Rd, Christchurch

    Mon–Sun 00:00–01:00 & 07:00–00:00
  • Sixt Christchurch Airport

    Sixt Christchurch Airport

    4.8 (4)

    Ground Floor, Airport Terminal

    Mon–Sun 07:30–21:00
  • Thrifty Car Rental Christchurch Airport

    Thrifty Car Rental Christchurch Airport

    4.2 (2)

    30 Durey Road

    Mon–Sun 00:01–01:00 & 07:00–23:59

Nearby Christchurch Airport

Organising to pick up your hire car from the airport is great for convenience, but can cost more. If you’re looking for a rental car depot that is close to — but not at — Christchurch Airport, here’s a selection of hire car depots to choose from.

Info. Approximate distance calculated from Christchurch Airport
Christchurch
Christchurch8 km south east

Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car at Christchurch Airport

  • How much does it cost to hire a car at Christchurch Airport?

    For a 3-day rental with pickup between 10 and 16 November 2026, prices at the terminal desks range from NZD $133 per day for an Intermediate SUV to NZD $216 per day for an Intermediate car. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle at Christchurch Airport.

  • What is the cheapest car rental at Christchurch Airport?

    The cheapest car rental at Christchurch Airport is an Intermediate SUV from NZD $133 per day at the terminal desks, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 10 and 16 November 2026. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from New Zealand’s most respected rental car providers.

  • What is the best way to rent a cheap car at Christchurch Airport?

    Booking your hire car at Christchurch Airport 10 days beforehand can save you over 8 per cent, based on our own daily rate checks.

  • How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover at Christchurch Airport?

    A minivan hired at Christchurch Airport starts from NZD $237 per day at the terminal desks before any added extras, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 10 and 16 November 2026. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental at Christchurch Airport.

  • How much does it cost to hire an Electric Car at Christchurch Airport?

    An electric rental car hired at Christchurch Airport from 10 November to 13 November 2026 costs NZD $135 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 at Christchurch Airport?

    The highest-rated rental car at Christchurch Airport is Toyota RAV4 or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

  • What is the best car rental company at Christchurch Airport?

    Enterprise is our highest-rated car hire provider at Christchurch Airport, scoring an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 based on actual bookings by our customers.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company at Christchurch Airport?

    Europcar is the cheapest car rental company at Christchurch Airport, with rates from NZD $133 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 10 and 16 November 2026. 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 at Christchurch Airport?

    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 at Christchurch Airport 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.

Have a question we haven’t answered?

Have a question we haven’t answered?

Related articles