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Sanitised car hire at Christchurch Airport

Look out for this icon to see which car hire brands have committed to maintaining sanitisation measures as per WHO COVID-19 guidelines, the following car hire companies at Christchurch Airport, New Zealand offer sanitised rental cars:

At present, none of the car rental companies at Christchurch Airport have committed to offering sanitised cars.

Sanitised car
This car rental company has committed to maintaining sanitisation measures as per WHO COVID-19 guidelines.
  • ACE
  • AERODRIVE
  • ALAMO
  • BUDGET
  • DRIVE NZ
  • ENTERPRISE
  • EUROPCAR
  • FIREFLY
  • HERTZ
  • SCOTTIES
  • THRIFTY

Cheapest car hire at Christchurch Airport

Toyota Corolla Wagon (2007 – 2014)

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 16.64 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla Wagon (2007 – 2014)

7 Days rental at 116.50 EUR from August 24

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Hiace

10 Adults, 4 Doors

From 43.88 EUR/day
Toyota Hiace

7 Days rental at 307.20 EUR from August 24

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Corolla (2007 - 2014)

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 16.44 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla (2007 - 2014)

7 Days rental at 115.12 EUR from August 24

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Rav4 (2007 - 2014)

2 Adults, 2 Doors

From 20.63 EUR/day
Toyota Rav4 (2007 - 2014)

7 Days rental at 144.43 EUR from August 24

  0 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Daihatsu Sirion

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 13.61 EUR/day
Daihatsu Sirion

7 Days rental at 95.32 EUR from August 24

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Toyota Prado

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 61.19 EUR/day
Toyota Prado

7 Days rental at 428.36 EUR from August 24

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Hyundai iMax

8 Adults, 4 Doors

From 46.32 EUR/day
Hyundai iMax

7 Days rental at 324.28 EUR from August 24

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Hiace

12 Adults, 4 Doors

From 50.55 EUR/day
Toyota Hiace

7 Days rental at 353.86 EUR from August 24

  6 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Daihatsu Sirion

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 12.91 EUR/day
Daihatsu Sirion

7 Days rental at 90.42 EUR from August 24

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

*daily rates in Christchurch Airport based on a 1 day rental (24hr period) and for guidance purposes only.

Useful to know about Christchurch Airport

  • It’s found seven miles north west of the city centre.
  • 6m passengers used the airport last year.
  • As the main entry point to the South Island, Christchurch is New Zealand’s second busiest airport with Auckland Airport being the first.
  • The airport opened in 1953, 17 years after its inception.
  • Strong foehn winds mean that the airport needed a second runway at right angles to the original for planes to take off and land in poor conditions.
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Rated 3.8 / 5 | 1,800 reviews

Best car rental companies in Christchurch Airport

9.3
No.1: EZI,
based on 992 reviews
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10 min (average wait time)
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No.4: MODE RENTALS,
based on 196 reviews
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No.3: LETZ RENT A CAR,
based on 25 reviews
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Nearest car hire pickup locations at or near Christchurch Airport

BUDGET

26a Sheffield Cres, Christchurch, 8053, Xx

ABELL

150 Kilmore Street, Christchurch, 8013

HERTZ

1 Grants Rd, Timaru, 7910

BUDGET

Hokitika Apt, Hokitika, 7810

ACE

Mackay St, Mackay Street, Greymouth, 7805, Xx

BUDGET

Terminal Building, Blenheim, 7206, Xx

Recent customer reviews (average rating 8.0/10)

M. Clarkson

New Zealand

10/10
Had a free upgr

Had a free upgrade, whoohooo! Thanks Rhino Car Hire!

21/04/2019
Myra Jones

UK

6/10
Car was not a l

Car was not a latest model one which I had thought it would be, aside from that I have no other complaints.

02/01/2019
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Christchurch Airport car hire information

  • 9.2/10
    Best Rated Agent:
    Ezi Car Rental
  • € 90.37
    Average price:
    (per week)
  • € 12.91
    Best Price:
    Per Week
  • 26
    Most Popular Type:
    Fullsize
  • 14
    Most popular model:
    Toyota Corolla
  • 117
    Total Cars Available
     

Average prices per day for car hire at Christchurch Airport

*average daily rates based on 7 day rental, search for today's best prices.

FAQs about car hire at Christchurch Airport

How much does car hire at Christchurch Airport cost?

Car hire at Christchurch Airport costs as little as €12.90 per day, however the average price across all suppliers for a Compact class vehicle is €39.90 per day. The most expensive car to hire is €141.20 per day from EUROPCAR for a Mercedes A Class.

What car hire companies offer sanitised car rental in Christchurch Airport?

11 car hire brands have committed to maintaining sanitisation measures as per WHO COVID-19 guidelines in Christchurch Airport, including FIREFLY, AERODRIVE, ALAMO, see the full list here.

What car hire companies offer sanitised car rental at Christchurch Airport?

None of the car hire companies at Christchurch Airport are currently offering sanitised cars as per WHO COVID-19 guidelines.

Who is the best car rental agent at Christchurch Airport?

Based on recent customer reviews over the last 3 months, Ezi Car Rental has the highest customer rating for car hire at Christchurch Airport with a score of 9.3/10

with Letz Rent A Car rated second best with a score of 9.1/10

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How much does it cost to hire a compact car at Christchurch Airport?

Today’s cheapest price for compact car hire at Christchurch Airport is €90.42 per week from SCOTTIES.

Who is the cheapest car hire agent at Christchurch Airport?

The cheapest car hire company at Christchurch Airport is SCOTTIES, with prices for a Compact class car such as the Daihatsu Sirion available from as little as €90.37 per week.

How much is fuel at Christchurch Airport?

You can expect to pay €1.12/ltr of petrol and €0.67/ltr of diesel at Christchurch Airport. You’ll pay a premium if refilling at motorway services of up to 10%.

What car hire agencies are available at Christchurch Airport?

We can arrange great deals on car hire at Christchurch Airport with leading car hire companies such as ABELL, ACE, AERODRIVE, ALAMO, BUDGET, DRIVE NZ, ENTERPRISE, EUROPCAR, EZI, FIREFLY, GO RENTALS, HERTZ, LUCKY, MODE RENTALS, SCOTTIES, SNAP RENTALS, THRIFTY as well as reputable, local car hire companies.

What type of car can I hire at Christchurch Airport?

We can arrange Compact, Economy, Fullsize, Fullsize Elite, Intermediate, Intermediate Elite, Premium, Standard and Standard Elite class rental cars at Christchurch Airport.

How much does it cost to hire a convertible car at Christchurch Airport?

We don’t currently have any convertible cars to hire at Christchurch Airport, but we are working in it and please check dates for future rentals.
The price at the moment for a convertible rental car at Christchurch Airport is € per week from for a .

Do you have a discount code for car hire at Christchurch Airport?

We don’t have any discount codes for car hire at Christchurch Airport at the moment, however SCOTTIES rates start from just €90.37 per week. If you’ve found a cheaper price than €90.37 from SCOTTIES in Christchurch - Airport or any other rental agent, let us know and we’ll do our best to beat it.

How much does it cost to hire a car for a week at Christchurch Airport?

The cheapest price to hire a car for a week at Christchurch Airport is €90.30 per week with an average price of €279.30 per week across all car hire companies.

Information about car hire agents at Christchurch Airport

Most popular car hire companies at Christchurch Airport:

  • Scotties (tel: 0800-736825 / 0800-RENTAL or +64 9 3033912)
  • Abell (tel: +64 3 348 2002 / FREE PHONE 0800 800 317)
  • Hertz (tel: 03 3586730)
  • Mode rentals (tel: (03) 595 1828)
  • Drive nz (tel: 0800 374836)
  • Letz rent a car (tel: +64 3 348 2002)
  • Budget (tel: 03 357 0231)
  • Ace (tel: 03 360 3270)
  • Thrifty (tel: 0064 27 808 6501)
  • Ezi (tel: +64 3 357 8533 / +64 (0)3 357 8532)

Pick-up locations for car hire companies at Christchurch Airport:

  • Scotties (Unit 1, 3 PUKAKI ROAD, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch)
  • Abell (Off Airport, 189 Blenheim Road, Riccarton, 8440)
  • Hertz (Christchurch Apt, Christchurch, 8053)
  • Mode rentals (Off Airport, 11 Logistics Drive, Harewood, 8544)
  • Drive nz (Off Airport, 17 Logistics Drive, Harewood, 8051)
  • Letz rent a car (Off Airport, 189 Blenheim Road, Riccarton)

Car hire company reviews at Christchurch Airport:

  • Ezi Car Rental: Rated 9.3/10 from 7 reviews
  • Letz Rent A Car: Rated 9.1/10 from 12 reviews
  • Letz Rent A Car: Rated 9.1/10 from 12 reviews
  • Mode Rentals: Rated 9.1/10 from 10 reviews
  • Letz Rent A Car: Rated 8.7/10 from 13 reviews
  • Letz Rent A Car: Rated 8.7/10 from 12 reviews

Christchurch Airport Mini Guide

The Airport
Approximately 20 minutes from the city is Christchurch International Airport, gateway to New Zealand's South Island and a hub for Antarctic flight operations.  Since beginning as Harewood Aerodrome in 1928, it’s developed into New Zealand's second busiest airport.   With so much to see and do in the historical city and beyond, why not become one of more than 6 million passengers to receive a warm "Haere Mai" (welcome) each year?  Whether you want to enjoy stunning mountain views and superb skiing, to visit the National Parks and World Heritage area in the southwest, or relax in the city to enjoy art, architecture and cultural festivals, this is your start to an unforgettable holiday experience.
 
Onward Bound
To make the absolute best of your visit, car hire is strongly recommended.  If you have hired with Rhino, collect your vehicle in the airport terminal and away you go!  Public transport services include taxis, shuttles and buses.  There are three bus routes to the city centre and various suburbs.  Shuttles provide a door-to-door service to the city and surrounding areas and those going further afield can take regional transport.  For an unforgettable onward journey, try the Tranz-Alpine railway to Greymouth.
 
What's to See and Do Inside?
All the typical passenger facilities are to be found in the airport offering ease of travel and comfort to arriving and departing passengers and there are a variety of places to eat, shop and have fun.  Duty free and retail outlets offer a wide range of stock, from essentials to high-street brands to traditional souvenirs and gifts which include the renowned New Zealand wines.  Airport dining has a lot of choice too: Grab and Fly or enjoy a brew from the Underground Coffee Company; take a healthy option from Healthy Habits or Sakura Sushi Bar, or make your taste buds tingle at Trattoria Milano or Noodle.

The Time Zone family entertainment centre is for those wanting something to do, or just across from the airport buildings an interactive experience awaits at the Antarctic Centre.  A big expansion project has replaced the ageing domestic terminal and further enhance international facilities.  If you or a travel companion needs special assistance, the airport service team is happy to help.  There is medical assistance, mobility parking and specially adapted facilities, as well as wheelchair-friendly taxis and shuttles.

Environmentally Friendly to a Friendly Environment
Christchurch Airport is proactively supporting the stunningly beautiful environment in which it sits.  In 2008 it became the first airport in the Southern Hemisphere to be certified as carbon neutral and proudly displays its Carbon zero logo.
 

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Landing at Christchurch Airport is the key entry point to the whole of the South Island. Many people decide on touring holidays there and collect a pre-booked hire car from the airport before setting off. Spend some nights in this city that is forever destined to be at the mercy of seismic events but marvel at the strong will and spirit of cooperation that is evident in its people.

Outside of the city, a short distance away, are the country’s Southern Alps, often snow covered but stunning in their rugged profile. There you can ski, hike or just enjoy the scenery.