Cheap Car Rentals in Christchurch from AED 150
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 7/7 and drop-off date of 14/7. 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.
Cheapest time to rent a car in Christchurch
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Christchurch and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 16 May 2025.
January
AED 179
February
AED 176
March
AED 135
April
AED 121
May
AED 80
June
AED 88
July
AED 106
August
AED 102
September
AED 99
October
AED 110
November
AED 132
December
AED 238
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 16 May 2025.
At AED 150/day, SUV is the cheapest car type available for hire in Christchurch in the past week. Out of 72 car hire agencies operating in Christchurch, there are, in total, 99 hire locations. View below for 2 offered car types:
Economy
AED 198+
Compact
AED 160+
Full-size SUV
AED 400+
Pick-up truck
AED 659+
Standard SUV
AED 150+
Compact SUV
AED 165+
Intermediate SUV
AED 269+
Compare available car types for rental in Christchurch
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Christchurch to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 May 2025.
Small cars | AED 69 - AED 291 | |
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All Car Types | AED 120 - AED 409 |
To rent a small car in Christchurch, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of AED 98/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Christchurch, New Zealand (~AED 69/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 291/day). In fact, November is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Christchurch. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Christchurch, renting a small car saves you 42% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Christchurch small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a medium car in Christchurch, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of AED 146/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Christchurch, New Zealand (~AED 67/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 360/day). In fact, July is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Christchurch. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Christchurch, renting a medium car saves you 14% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To rent a large car in Christchurch, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of AED 160/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Christchurch, New Zealand (~AED 203/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 577/day). In fact, July is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Christchurch. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Christchurch, renting a large car saves you 6% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To rent a SUV in Christchurch, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of AED 177/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Christchurch, New Zealand (~AED 132/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 468/day). In fact, October is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Christchurch. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Christchurch, renting a SUV is 4% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Christchurch SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a van in Christchurch, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of AED 145/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a van in Christchurch, New Zealand (~AED 172/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 592/day). In fact, November is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Christchurch. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Christchurch, renting a van saves you 15% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
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 16 May 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Christchurch, including Avis, Budget and Apex in Christchurch. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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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 217. Data was last updated on 16 May 2025.
Peruse the best Christchurch car rental deals we've found. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup 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 16 May 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Christchurch for a week from Apex?
Hiring a car in Christchurch for a week can be a great option for travel. Apex, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around AED 1,785/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.
Car rentals by fuel type in Christchurch
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Christchurch. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Christchurch. Deals were last updated on 16 May 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Christchurch. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (AED 47+).
Electric
AED 88+
Hybrid
AED 47+
Petrol/Diesel
AED 67+