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Christchurch car rentals in 2025

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 15 July 2025.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of petrol per litre

HK$12.80

Average price per day

HK$349

Cheapest price per day

HK$287

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?

For the best savings on car rentals in Christchurch, make your reservation 8 days before pickup. The average price then is just HK$259/day – about 618% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Christchurch?

In Christchurch, the most affordable car hire company right now is Ace Rental Cars, offering prices from just HK$164.77/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Mode, with rates starting at HK$187.61/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?

Planning to hire a car in Christchurch? May is the cheapest month, costing about HK$173 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of HK$510. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

HK$385

February

HK$377

March

HK$290

April

HK$259

May

HK$173

June

HK$196

July

HK$251

August

HK$220

September

HK$212

October

HK$243

November

HK$283

December

HK$510

What car do most people rent in Christchurch?

SUV cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Christchurch. Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Toyota HiAce 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 15 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Christchurch, including Avis, Budget and Apex. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Christchurch, including Avis, Budget and Apex.

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

Bargain Car Rentals

3 locations

EZI

3 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 15 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Christchurch?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$349/day when booking a car hire in Christchurch. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$287/day from Budget, booked on Jul. 13.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Christchurch for a week from New Zealand Discount Car Rentals?

    New Zealand Discount Car Rentals offers hire cars in Christchurch for about HK$2,135 per 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.

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

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Christchurch can be found for HK$9,149. You can find car rental deals for HK$305 a day on average.

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