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Cheap Car Rentals in Christchurch from AED 26

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 26/6 and drop-off date of 30/6. 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.
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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 9 June 2026.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

AED 7.28

Average price per day

AED 214

Cheapest price per day

AED 26

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 9 June 2026.

At AED 26/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Christchurch in the past week. Out of 86 car hire agencies operating in Christchurch, there are, in total, 116 hire locations. View below for 2 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

AED 26+

Compact

Compact

AED 27+

SUV

SUV

AED 89+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 132+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

AED 147+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 64+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

AED 71+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

AED 84+

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 76. Data was last updated on 9 June 2026.
Suzuki SwiftAED 26/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Hyundai ElantraAED 27/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Elantra
Hyundai i20AED 27/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

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 125, which is about 231% cheaper than the typical rate.

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 12.22/day found in the past two weeks. Ace Rental Cars is another inexpensive option with rates as low as AED 21.34/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). Snap Rentals (rated 7.0/10 with 5 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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 88. 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 88. 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 184

February

AED 224

March

AED 158

April

AED 125

May

AED 88

June

AED 92

July

AED 110

August

AED 95

September

AED 99

October

AED 107

November

AED 132

December

AED 239

Which car hire company has the most locations in Christchurch?

Avis has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Gold Car Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Christchurch at 2.

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 9 June 2026.

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

Snap Rentals

7.0
Good
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.6

Gold Car Rent a Car

2 locations

GO Rent A Car

1 location

Maui

1 location

Joy Car Rental

1 location

Right Cars

1 location

Hao Car Rentals Limited

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Christchurch, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Christchurch?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 214/day when booking a car hire in Christchurch. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 156/day from Ace Rental Cars, booked on Jun. 8.

  • 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 1,878/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 Ace Rental Cars can potentially be 72% below the average car hire price in Christchurch. Check prices and availability for Ace Rental Cars and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Christchurch is on average AED 8,047 a month or AED 268 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 Compact to save money on your trip to AED 0. Our users have found prices for Compact car hire in July to be on average AED 233 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 9 June 2026.

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 7+).

Electric

Electric

AED 26+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 7+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 7+

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