Christchurch

Cheap Car Rentals in Christchurch

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Cheapflights insights for Christchurch car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Christchurch, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Christchurch?

Book your car hire in Christchurch 40 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 540,449/day on average when booked 40 days ahead, which saves you 1,497,818% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Christchurch?

Looking to hire a car in Christchurch? Yes Rentals had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only Rp 447,052.88/day. New Zealand Discount Car Rentals also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at Rp 629,454.50/day.

What is the best car rental company in Christchurch?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Christchurch is Avis (rated 9.6/10 with 5 reviews). Budget (rated 9.0/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Christchurch?

At Christchurch, the best time to rent a car is at May, with an average daily rate of just Rp 371,559. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,097,788 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Christchurch, the best time to rent a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just Rp 371,559. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,097,788 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

Rp 793,785

February

Rp 810,674

March

Rp 641,783

April

Rp 557,338

May

Rp 371,559

June

Rp 405,337

July

Rp 540,449

August

Rp 472,893

September

Rp 489,782

October

Rp 506,671

November

Rp 624,894

December

Rp 1,097,788

What car do most people hire in Christchurch?

Full-size cars (Kia Carnival or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Christchurch. Passenger van cars (Class Oversize Van or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Oversize cars (Class Oversize Van or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Christchurch?

Thrifty has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Christchurch at 4.

Top rental agencies in Christchurch

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Christchurch known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Christchurch. Reviews were last updated on 18 January 2026.

Avis

9.6
Wonderful
5 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

9.0

Budget

9.0
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

9.5

Apex

8.4
Very Good
7 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.3

Thrifty

7.5
Good
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.5

Hertz

7.0
Good
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.4

Gold Car Rent a Car

2 locations

Bargain Rental Cars

2 locations

Sunnycars

3 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Christchurch, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 January 2026.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Christchurch for a week from Budget?

    Hiring a car in Christchurch for a week can be a great option for travel. Budget, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around Rp 6,274,109/week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Christchurch?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Christchurch for a month is certainly possible.

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