Start exploring the natural wonders of New Zealand’s South Island sooner by collecting your rental car from Christchurch Airport. Let VroomVroomVroom make searching, comparing, and booking the best rates from New Zealand’s leading suppliers easy.
| Vehicle Classes | Economy, Compact, Intermediate, Standard, Fullsize, Premium, Luxury, Passenger Van, SUV, Sport, Wagon/Estate |
|---|---|
| Number of Depots | 9 |
| Suppliers | Aerodrive, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, GO Rentals, Hertz, Thrifty |
Finding car rental counters at Christchurch Airport is easy with counters located in the arrivals area of the airport.
 | 5:00am - 1:30am daily. |
 | 5:00am - 2:00am daily. |
 | 5:00am - 12:30am daily. |
 | 5:00am - 12:30am daily. |
 | 5:00am - 2:00am daily. |
 | 24 hours daily. |
 | 5:00am - 11:00pm daily.* |
 | 5:00am - 12:30am daily. |
 | 5:00am - 2:00am daily. |
*Located a six-minute drive from the airport, you will need to take Go Rental’s shuttle to the depot.
See more info on hiring a car from Christchurch.
Whitney (September 2019): Whitney picked up her rental car from Thrifty at Christchurch Airport. She booked a full-size car for 2 days and rated the condition of the car a 10/10. She said her experience in collecting and returning the vehicle was good. She also shared one valuable tip: Make sure you have a credit card on you!
In February 2019, our customers paid between NZD$44 and NZD $409 per day for a hire car. Prices vary depending on vehicle type, time of year, and booking duration. For current rates at Christchurch Airport, use our price comparison tool.
Based on recent ratings by our customers, a Toyota Hilux or similar is the highest-rated vehicle type.
Thrifty is the highest-rated car hire supplier in Christchurch Airport based on recent ratings by our customers.
To return your vehicle, simply follow the signs at the airport directing you to ‘Car Rental Return’ where you can drop off to your rental supplier.
Caltex at 202 Withells Road, Avonhead. The station is open 6:00am to 10:00pm weekdays, and 7:00am to 9:00pm weekends.
