Christchurch

Cheap Car Rentals in Christchurch from Rp 231,478

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Christchurch with a pick-up date of 18/6 and drop-off date of 28/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
Christchurch, New Zealand
1 May — 8 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Christchurch, New Zealand
Wed 1/5
Noon
Wed 8/5
Noon

Christchurch car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Christchurch. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 April 2024.

Most popular company

MODERENTALS

Price of petrol per litre

Rp 28,955.04

Average price per day

Rp 1,155,547

Cheapest price per day

Rp 231,478

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Christchurch and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 24 April 2024.

January

Rp 824,975

February

Rp 905,855

March

Rp 711,743

April

Rp 533,807

May

Rp 485,279

June

Rp 517,631

July

Rp 663,215

August

Rp 614,687

September

Rp 614,687

October

Rp 582,335

November

Rp 711,743

December

Rp 1,035,263

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Christchurch is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Christchurch

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Christchurch and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 24 April 2024.

At Rp 231,478/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Christchurch in the past week. Out of 58 car hire agencies operating in Christchurch, there are, in total, 80 hire locations. View below for 2 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Rp 183,436+

Compact

Compact

Rp 231,478+

SUV

SUV

Rp 253,154+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 485,927+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 554,837+

Passenger van

Passenger van

Rp 752,184+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Rp 313,653+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Rp 400,356+

Compare available car types for rental in Christchurch

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Christchurch to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 April 2024.

Small cars

Rp 422,759 - Rp 1,454,393

All Car Types

Rp 617,761 - Rp 2,842,203

To hire a small car in Christchurch, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 761,761/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Christchurch, New Zealand (~Rp 422,759/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 1,454,393/day). In fact, August is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Christchurch. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Christchurch, hiring a small car saves you 46% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Christchurch small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Christchurch, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,031,868/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Christchurch, New Zealand (~Rp 453,574/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~Rp 3,647,589/day). In fact, May is about 57% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Christchurch. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Christchurch, hiring a medium car saves you 27% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Christchurch, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,570,339/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Christchurch, New Zealand (~Rp 822,495/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~Rp 3,218,295/day). In fact, May is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Christchurch. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Christchurch, hiring a large car is 11% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Christchurch, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,401,378/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Christchurch, New Zealand (~Rp 532,513/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~Rp 3,525,881/day). In fact, May is about 63% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Christchurch. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Christchurch, hiring a SUV saves you 1% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Christchurch SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Christchurch, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of Rp 2,562,439/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a van in Christchurch, New Zealand (~Rp 704,464/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~Rp 9,937,722/day). In fact, August is about 73% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Christchurch. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Christchurch, hiring a van is 46% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Toyota CorollaRp 231,478/day
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Toyota Corolla
Toyota CorollaRp 243,449/day
4
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Toyota Corolla

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 24 April 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Christchurch, including Rental Cars 247, Avis and Budget. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Rental Cars 247

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

9.6
Wonderful
15 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

9.1

Budget

8.4
Very Good
8 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

8.8

Apex

8.3
Very Good
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.1

Thrifty

8.0
Very Good
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Hertz

7.4
Good
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.8

Bargain Car Rentals

3 locations

Dollar

3 locations

Best Christchurch car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Christchurch. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Christchurch with an average daily rate of Rp 296,021. Data was last updated on 24 April 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on rental cars in Christchurch. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Toyota CorollaRp 231,478/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota CorollaRp 243,449/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota RAV4Rp 253,154/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Christchurch, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Christchurch?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 1,155,547/day when booking a car hire in Christchurch. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 439,586/day from Mode Car & Camper Rentals, booked on Apr. 21.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Christchurch?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Christchurch from the following companies over the past two weeks: New Zealand Discount Car Rentals (Rp 183,436/day), Yes Rentals (Rp 243,449/day), and Mode Car & Camper Rentals (Rp 253,154/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Christchurch?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Rental Cars 247 (10.0 rating), Bargain Rental Cars (10.0 rating) and EZI (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Christchurch.

  • What are petrol prices like in Christchurch?

    The average price of petrol in Christchurch is Rp 28,955.04/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 1,302,976 and Rp 1,882,077 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Christchurch for a week from Mode Car & Camper Rentals?

    Hiring a car in Christchurch for a week can be a great option for travel. Mode Car & Camper Rentals, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around Rp 12,636,687/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Christchurch for the best price?

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 39% in Christchurch - we recommend booking at least 63days in advance.

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

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Christchurch for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Mode Car & Camper Rentals can potentially be 84% below the average car hire price in Christchurch. Check prices and availability for Mode Car & Camper Rentals and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Christchurch is on average Rp 54,157,232 a month or Rp 1,805,241 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Christchurch car hire.

  • How much is a car hire in Christchurch for a weekend?

    Rp 914,752 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Christchurch. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in May, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as Rp 2,727,920 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Christchurch?

    Kia Sorento, which is a Standard vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Christchurch according to Cheapflights users.

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Van rentals in Christchurch

Find van rental deals in Christchurch from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Christchurch cost an average of Rp 767,587 per day. Price data was last updated on 24 April 2024.
In terms of van rentals in Christchurch, these are some the best options we've found at this time. If you're not finding the van rental that is right for you and your passengers, be sure to check back soon.
Toyota InnovaRp 402,782/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota InnovaRp 403,106/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota InnovaRp 403,268/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova

Car rentals by fuel type in Christchurch

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Christchurch. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Christchurch. Deals were last updated on 24 April 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Christchurch. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (Rp 10+).

Electric

Electric

Rp 32+

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 14+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 10+

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