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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 Car
View offerTravel 14 Dec - 19 Dec 2025
from NZD $49/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 12 Dec - 17 Dec 2025
from NZD $73/day
Intermediate Car
View offerTravel 12 Dec - 17 Dec 2025
from NZD $74/day
Fullsize SUV
View offerTravel 15 Dec - 18 Dec 2025
from NZD $74/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 12 Dec - 17 Dec 2025
from NZD $92/day
Special
View offerTravel 12 Dec - 15 Dec 2025
from NZD $261/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 10 Dec - 13 Dec 2025
from NZD $276/day
Premium SUV
View offerTravel 12 Dec - 15 Dec 2025
from NZD $285/day
Standard Elite Sport
View offerTravel 10 Dec - 13 Dec 2025
from NZD $315/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on December 09, 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 09 December, 2025
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 07 Nov 2025donna h.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarChristchurch City
- 04 Nov 2025leo s.Booked: Ford Puma Hybrid or similarChristchurch City
- 12 Oct 2025jeanette n.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarChristchurch Downtown
- 04 Dec 2025alistair s.Booked: Ford Puma Hybrid or similarWellington Airport
- 14 Nov 2025john p.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarAuckland Airport
- 20 Oct 2025dianne g.Booked: Mystery Car or similarAuckland International Airport
- 21 Nov 2025mark m.Booked: Ford Puma Hybrid or similarAuckland Airport Domestic
- 14 Oct 2025jannette w.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarNelson 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
09 Dec
$266
$325
10 Dec
$88
$325
11 Dec
$88
$325
12 Dec
$73
$302
13 Dec
$88
$325
14 Dec
$49
$325
15 Dec
$53
$310
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Dec
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
10 Dec
$90
$90
11 Dec
$90
$90
12 Dec
$74
$90
13 Dec
$90
$90
14 Dec
$74
$90
15 Dec
$90
$90
Price range over the past 12 months for a small SUV
Price range over the past 12 months for a medium SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Dec
$237
$297
10 Dec
$111
$297
11 Dec
$111
$297
12 Dec
$92
$277
13 Dec
$111
$111
14 Dec
$92
$111
15 Dec
$111
$277
Price range over the past 12 months for a large SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Dec
$78
$78
10 Dec
$78
$78
11 Dec
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 Dec
$259
$315
13 Dec
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 Dec
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 Dec
$74
$74
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Dec
$296
$296
10 Dec
$296
$347
11 Dec
$296
$347
12 Dec
$285
$347
13 Dec
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 Dec
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 Dec
$296
$347
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Dec
$342
$358
10 Dec
$342
$358
11 Dec
$342
$358
12 Dec
$273
$318
13 Dec
$342
$352
14 Dec
$315
$358
15 Dec
$342
$358
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Dec
$315
$327
10 Dec
$315
$327
11 Dec
$315
$327
12 Dec
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 Dec
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 Dec
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 Dec
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
09 Dec
$320
$374
10 Dec
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
11 Dec
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 Dec
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 Dec
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 Dec
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 Dec
$320
$374
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Dec
$276
$276
10 Dec
$276
$323
11 Dec
$276
$323
12 Dec
$276
$323
13 Dec
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 Dec
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 Dec
$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 09 December, 2025
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 $49 per day for an Economy Car, up to NZD $331 per day for an Intermediate Car. 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 $273 and NZD $294 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car 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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