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Cheap Car Rentals in Christchurch from AED 75

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Christchurch with a pick-up date of 15/5 and drop-off date of 20/5. 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.
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Christchurch car rentals in 2026

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 20 February 2026.

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ACERENTALCARS

Price of petrol per litre

AED 5.92

Average price per day

AED 342

Cheapest price per day

AED 75
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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 20 February 2026.
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At AED 75/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Christchurch in the past week. Out of 78 car hire agencies operating in Christchurch, there are, in total, 106 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

AED 75+

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Compact

Compact

AED 80+

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SUV

SUV

AED 113+

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People carrier

People carrier

AED 239+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 222+

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Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

AED 267+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

AED 133+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 143+

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Compare car rental deals in Christchurch by type

Here are the best Christchurch small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Christchurch SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki SwiftAED 75/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Found 02/18/26
Hyundai ElantraAED 80/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Elantra
Found 02/18/26
Nissan SentraAED 105/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sentra
Found 02/18/26

Best car rental deals found in Christchurch

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 AED 169. Data was last updated on 20 February 2026.
Suzuki SwiftAED 75/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Found 02/18/26
Hyundai ElantraAED 80/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Elantra
Found 02/18/26
Nissan SentraAED 105/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sentra
Found 02/18/26

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?

To get the best deal on car hire in Christchurch, book about 83 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 121, which is about 225% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Christchurch?

New Zealand Discount Car Rentals is currently the cheapest car hire company in Christchurch with deals as low as AED 84.58/day found in the past two weeks. Yes Rentals is another inexpensive option with rates as low as AED 127.87/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.

Avis
Avis
9.6
Budget
Budget
9.0
Apex
Apex
8.4
Thrifty
Thrifty
7.5

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 AED 81. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging AED 239 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 AED 81. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging AED 239 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

AED 180

February

AED 209

March

AED 143

April

AED 129

May

AED 81

June

AED 92

July

AED 118

August

AED 99

September

AED 107

October

AED 110

November

AED 136

December

AED 239

What car do most people hire in Christchurch?

Economy cars (Toyota Camry, for example) are the most popular in Christchurch. Intermediate (Kia Sportage) and SUV (Mitsubishi Outlander) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Christchurch.

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.

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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 20 February 2026.

Avis

9.6
Wonderful
5 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

9.0

Budget

9.0
Wonderful
2 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

9.5

Apex

8.4
Very Good
7 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.3

Thrifty

7.5
Good
5 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.5

Hertz

6.1
Okay
9 reviews•4 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.5

Gold Car Rent a Car

2 locations
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Bargain Rental Cars

2 locations
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Sunnycars

3 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Christchurch, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 February 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Christchurch?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 342/day when booking a car hire in Christchurch. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 251/day from Thrifty, booked on Feb. 17.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Christchurch for a week from Thrifty?

    Hiring a car in Christchurch for a week can be a great option for travel. Thrifty, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around AED 3,013/week on average.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Christchurch.

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

    Our recent data shows that Thrifty can potentially be 42% below the average car hire price in Christchurch. Check prices and availability for Thrifty and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Christchurch is on average AED 12,914 a month or AED 430 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?

    Car hire prices in Christchurch are typically AED 0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to AED 0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in March to be on average AED 164 per day.

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 20 February 2026.
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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 (AED 17+).

Electric

Electric

AED 42+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 20+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 17+

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