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

Prices start at NZD $40 per day for an Economy Car, up to NZD $168 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle at Christchurch Airport.

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

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 between NZD $95 and NZD $162 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates at Christchurch Airport.

What is the highest-rated hire car at Christchurch Airport?

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

What is the highest-rated car hire provider at Christchurch Airport?

Enterprise is the highest-rated car hire provider at Christchurch Airport, based on ratings by our customers.

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.

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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.

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Quick facts on hiring a car at Christchurch Airport

🚗 Vehicle types	Car, Convertible, Crossover, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), SUV, Sport and Wagon/Estate.
🔑 No. of depots	Ten car rental depots at Christchurch Airport.
✅ Rental brands	Alamo, 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
Model
Price range last month
Providers
1
11%
28
59
Mystery CarSpecial
5
4
1 large
28
59
Rent with
Alamo, Enterprise, Budget
2
11%
175
175
Suzuki Swift HybridCompact Car
5
4
2 small
175
175
Rent with
Europcar, Alamo, Hertz, Thrifty
3
9%
62
183
Mitsubishi OutlanderStandard SUV
5
5
1 large, 5 small
62
183
Rent with
Avis, Budget, Europcar, Thrifty
4
8%
44
86
Mazda CX-30Compact SUV
5
5
3 small
44
86
Rent with
Avis, Budget
5
8%
117
100
Toyota Rav4Standard SUV
5
5
4 large, 3 small
117
100
Rent with
Apex, Avis, Budget, Enterprise

Audi vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Audi Q7 AWD
5
5
2 large, 2 small
Providers
Sixt

BYD vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Byd Sealion 6Hybrid
5
4
3 small
Providers
Europcar

Ford vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Ford Everest
7
5
4 small
Providers
Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Thrifty
Ford Mustang
2
2
1 large, 1 small
Providers
Thrifty, Hertz
Ford Puma HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large
Providers
Ezi
Ford Ranger Wildtrak
5
4
4 large, 6 small
Providers
Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar
Ford Transit
9
5
3 large, 3 small
Providers
Sixt

Honda vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Honda Cr-v Awd
5
4
3 small
Providers
Europcar
Honda Zr-v Sport
5
4
2 small
Providers
Europcar

Hyundai vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Hyundai Imax
8
5
3 large, 4 small
Providers
Apex
Hyundai Santa Fe
7
4
2 small
Providers
Hertz, Apex

Kia vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Kia Carnival
8
5
4 small
Providers
Avis, Budget, Alamo, Enterprise
Kia Carnival - 8 Seat van
8
5
4 large
Providers
Ezi
Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa
8
4
2 large, 1 small
Providers
Hertz, Thrifty
Kia Niro HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Providers
Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Seltos
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Providers
Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Sorento
5
5
5 small
Providers
Avis, Budget, Europcar
Kia Sportage
5
5
2 large, 2 small
Providers
Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Providers
Thrifty, Hertz

Mazda vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Mazda 3
5
5
2 small
Providers
Avis, Budget
Mazda CX-30
5
5
3 small
Providers
Avis, Budget
Mazda MX5 Roadster
2
2
1 large
Providers
Hertz

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Mitsubishi ASX
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Providers
Alamo, Enterprise, Apex
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
5
5 small
Providers
Avis, Budget, Europcar, Thrifty, Hertz
Mitsubishi Outlander 4w.d.
7
5
1 large, 3 small
Providers
Ezi
Mitsubishi Pajero
7
4
4 small
Providers
Europcar
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
5
4
1 large, 2 small
Providers
Alamo, Enterprise

Polestar vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Polestar 2Electric
5
4
1 large, 2 small
Providers
Thrifty, Hertz

Renault vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Renault Master Mini Bus
12
4
4 small
Providers
Europcar

Skoda vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Skoda Kodiaq
7
5
2 small
Providers
Thrifty

Subaru vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Subaru Outback
5
4
3 small
Providers
Europcar

Suzuki vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Suzuki Jimny
4
3
2 small
Providers
Europcar
Suzuki SwiftHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Providers
Alamo, Europcar, Enterprise, Thrifty, Hertz
Suzuki Swift HybridHybrid
5
4
2 small
Providers
Europcar

Toyota vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Toyota C-HR
5
4
1 large, 3 small
Providers
Alamo, Enterprise
Toyota Corolla
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Providers
Alamo, Enterprise, Ezi
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
1 large, 3 small
Providers
Apex
Toyota Corolla Hybrid
5
5
1 large, 2 small
Providers
Sixt
Toyota Highlander
5
5
4 large, 3 small
Providers
Apex
Toyota Highlander A.w.d.
5
5
4 large
Providers
Ezi
Toyota Highlander AWD Hybrid
5
5
2 large, 2 small
Providers
Sixt
Toyota Hilux 2024
5
4
5 large, 5 small
Providers
Ezi
Toyota Prado
7
5
2 large
Providers
Ezi
Toyota RAV 4 AWD Hybrid
5
5
2 large, 2 small
Providers
Sixt
Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Providers
Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Rav4Hybrid
5
5
2 small
Providers
Budget, Apex
Toyota RAV4
5
4
3 large, 2 small
Providers
Alamo, Enterprise
Toyota Rav4 4w.d.
5
5
4 large, 3 small
Providers
Apex
Toyota Rav4 AWD
5
5
3 large
Providers
Ezi
Toyota Rav4 Gx HybridHybrid
5
4
3 small
Providers
Europcar
Toyota Rav4 HybridHybrid
5
5
5 small
Providers
Avis
Toyota Yaris
5
5
1 large, 2 small
Providers
Alamo, Enterprise

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Volvo vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Volvo Xc60
5
4
3 small
Providers
Europcar

Other vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

12 Seat Bus
12
2
12 large
Providers
Hertz, Thrifty
7 Cubic Metre Van
2
2
Providers
Thrifty
Chery Tiggo 4 Ultimate
5
4
2 small
Providers
Europcar
Mini Cooper Countryman
4
5
2 small
Providers
Europcar
Mystery Car
5
4
1 large
Providers
Alamo, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise
Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy
5
4
2 large, 2 small
Providers
Hertz, Thrifty
VW Tiguan All Space AWD
7
5
2 large, 2 small
Providers
Sixt

Christchurch Airport daily rate data

Price range over the past 12 months for a intermediate car

Price range over the past 12 months for a compact car

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

01 Jun

$50

$120

$50

$120

Tue

02 Jun

$50

$79

$50

$79

Wed

03 Jun

$52

$79

$52

$79

Thu

04 Jun

$40

$78

$40

$78

Fri

05 Jun

$49

$68

$49

$68

Sat

06 Jun

$40

$93

$40

$93

Sun

07 Jun

$49

$78

$49

$78

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

01 Jun

$55

$58

$55

$58

Tue

02 Jun

$54

$58

$54

$58

Wed

03 Jun

$58

Thu

04 Jun

$49

$58

$49

$58

Fri

05 Jun

$55

$58

$55

$58

Sat

06 Jun

$48

$58

$48

$58

Sun

07 Jun

$52

$58

$52

$58

Price range over the past 12 months for a intermediate SUV

Price range over the past 12 months for a standard SUV

Price range over the past 12 months for a compact SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

01 Jun

$55

$81

$55

$81

Tue

02 Jun

$54

$81

$54

$81

Wed

03 Jun

$57

$81

$57

$81

Thu

04 Jun

$49

$80

$49

$80

Fri

05 Jun

$53

$68

$53

$68

Sat

06 Jun

$48

$95

$48

$95

Sun

07 Jun

$52

$80

$52

$80

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

01 Jun

$61

$91

$61

$91

Tue

02 Jun

$61

$123

$61

$123

Wed

03 Jun

$61

$123

$61

$123

Thu

04 Jun

$53

$183

$53

$183

Fri

05 Jun

$53

$111

$53

$111

Sat

06 Jun

$53

$183

$53

$183

Sun

07 Jun

$53

$183

$53

$183

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

01 Jun

$72

$175

$72

$175

Tue

02 Jun

$72

$172

$72

$172

Wed

03 Jun

$72

$181

$72

$181

Thu

04 Jun

$60

$223

$60

$223

Fri

05 Jun

$62

$189

$62

$189

Sat

06 Jun

$60

$223

$60

$223

Sun

07 Jun

$62

$223

$62

$223

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

01 Jun

$144

$188

$144

$188

Tue

02 Jun

$82

$188

$82

$188

Wed

03 Jun

$90

$188

$90

$188

Thu

04 Jun

$74

$248

$74

$248

Fri

05 Jun

$74

$176

$74

$176

Sat

06 Jun

$74

$248

$74

$248

Sun

07 Jun

$74

$248

$74

$248

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

01 Jun

$168

$231

$168

$231

Tue

02 Jun

$168

$231

$168

$231

Wed

03 Jun

$168

$231

$168

$231

Thu

04 Jun

$104

$168

$104

$168

Fri

05 Jun

$114

$168

$114

$168

Sat

06 Jun

$95

$168

$95

$168

Sun

07 Jun

$119

$168

$119

$168

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

01 Jun

$238

$256

$238

$256

Tue

02 Jun

$238

$284

$238

$284

Wed

03 Jun

$236

$256

$236

$256

Thu

04 Jun

$106

$275

$106

$275

Fri

05 Jun

$131

$275

$131

$275

Sat

06 Jun

$99

$275

$99

$275

Sun

07 Jun

$146

$277

$146

$277

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

01 Jun

$94

Tue

02 Jun

$94

Wed

03 Jun

$94

Thu

04 Jun

$70

$92

$70

$92

Fri

05 Jun

$77

Sat

06 Jun

$85

$92

$85

$92

Sun

07 Jun

$92

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

01 Jun

$89

$116

$89

$116

Tue

02 Jun

$90

$116

$90

$116

Wed

03 Jun

Thu

04 Jun

Fri

05 Jun

Sat

06 Jun

Sun

07 Jun

$83

$114

$83

$114

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

01 Jun

$106

$187

$106

$187

Tue

02 Jun

$106

$181

$106

$181

Wed

03 Jun

$106

$181

$106

$181

Thu

04 Jun

$74

$202

$74

$202

Fri

05 Jun

$70

$202

$70

$202

Sat

06 Jun

$70

$202

$70

$202

Sun

07 Jun

$80

$203

$80

$203

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

01 Jun

$75

Tue

02 Jun

$74

Wed

03 Jun

$82

Thu

04 Jun

$62

$65

$62

$65

Fri

05 Jun

$65

Sat

06 Jun

$62

$65

$62

$65

Sun

07 Jun

$65

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.

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 Christchurch International Airport
View details
4.8 (20)Mon–Sun 0:00 AM - 1:30 AM 7:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Christchurch Airport, 30 Durey Rd, North Island
Apex Christchurch Airport
View details
4.8 (46)Mon–Sun 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
28 Ron Guthrie Road, South Island
Avis Christchurch Airport
View details
4.8 (4)Mon–Sun 6:00 AM - 1:30 AM
Terminal Building (South Island), South Island
Budget Christchurch Airport
View details
4.7 (17)Mon–Sun 6:00 AM - 1:30 AM
Terminal Building, South Island
Dollar Christchurch Airport
View details
No reviewsMon–Sun 0:01 AM - 1:00 AM 7:00 AM - 11:59 PM
30 Durey Road, South Island
Enterprise Christchurch International Airport
View details
4.9 (7)Mon–Sun 0:00 AM - 1:30 AM 7:00 AM - 11:59 PM
30 Durey Rd, Christchurch Airport, North Island
Europcar Christchurch Airport
View details
4.3 (7)Mon 12:00 AM - 1:30 AM, Thu 12:00 AM - 1:30 AM, Tue–Wed 7:00 AM - 11:59 PM, Fri–Sun 7:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Christchurch International Terminal Arrivals Area, South Island
Hertz Christchurch Airport
View details
4.9 (5)Mon–Sun 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM
30 Durey Rd, Christchurch, North Island
Sixt Christchurch Airport
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4.8 (4)Mon–Sun 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Ground Floor, Airport Terminal, South Island
Thrifty Christchurch Airport
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4.2 (2)Mon–Sun 0:01 AM - 1:00 AM 7:00 AM - 11:59 PM
30 Durey Road, South Island

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 10km away

Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car at Christchurch Airport

How much does it cost to hire a car at Christchurch Airport?
Prices start at NZD $40 per day for an Economy Car, up to NZD $168 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle at Christchurch Airport.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover at Christchurch Airport?
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 between NZD $95 and NZD $162 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates at Christchurch Airport.
What is the highest-rated hire car at Christchurch Airport?
The highest-rated rental car at Christchurch Airport is Toyota Corolla or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider at Christchurch Airport?
Enterprise is the highest-rated car hire provider at Christchurch Airport, based on ratings by our customers.
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.

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Quick facts on hiring a car at Christchurch Airport

Car models commonly available at Christchurch Airport

Popular rental car models at Christchurch Airport last month

Audi vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

BYD vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Ford vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Honda vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Hyundai vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Kia vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Mazda vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Polestar vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Renault vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Skoda vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Subaru vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Suzuki vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Toyota vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Volvo vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Other vehicles for hire at Christchurch Airport

Christchurch Airport daily rate data

Price range over the past 12 months for a intermediate car

Price range over the past 12 months for a compact car

Next 7 days rates

Next 7 days rates

Price range over the past 12 months for a intermediate SUV

Price range over the past 12 months for a standard SUV

Price range over the past 12 months for a compact SUV

Next 7 days rates

Next 7 days rates

Next 7 days rates

Next 7 days rates

Next 7 days rates

Next 7 days rates

Next 7 days rates

Next 7 days rates

Next 7 days rates

Next 7 days rates

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

International and Domestic Terminal

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

International and Domestic Terminal

Finalise your rental agreement and collect keys

Head to the designated car park to pick up your car

International and Domestic Terminal

What should I do if the desk is unattended?

Returning a hire car at Christchurch Airport

On-airport

Off-airport

Car rental depots at Christchurch Airport

Alamo Christchurch International Airport

Apex Christchurch Airport

Avis Christchurch Airport

Budget Christchurch Airport

Dollar Christchurch Airport

Enterprise Christchurch International Airport

Europcar Christchurch Airport

Hertz Christchurch Airport

Sixt Christchurch Airport

Thrifty Christchurch Airport

Nearby Christchurch Airport

Frequently asked questions

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

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

What is the highest-rated hire car at Christchurch Airport?

What is the highest-rated car hire provider at Christchurch Airport?

Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental at Christchurch Airport?

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