Christchurch

Cheap Car Hire in Christchurch from RM 124

Christchurch, New Zealand
8 Dec — 15 Dec
Driver's age: 26-65
Christchurch, New Zealand
Fri 8/12
Noon
Fri 15/12
Noon

Christchurch car rentals in 2023

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 1 December 2023.

Most popular company

EZUCARRENTAL

Price of petrol per litre

RM 8.43

Average price per day

RM 55

Cheapest price per day

RM 32

What is the 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 1 December 2023.

January

RM 297

February

RM 330

March

RM 293

April

RM 228

May

RM 172

June

RM 167

July

RM 204

August

RM 176

September

RM 186

October

RM 172

November

RM 214

December

RM 307

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Christchurch is June. The most expensive time to rent a car is February. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

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 1 December 2023.

There are, in total, 80 car hire locations in Christchurch that are operated by 58 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: RM 124/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Christchurch hire providers:

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 1 December 2023.

Small cars

RM 148 - RM 314

All Car Types

RM 257 - RM 583

To rent a small car in Christchurch, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of RM 209/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Christchurch, New Zealand (~RM 148/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~RM 314/day). In fact, June is about 30% 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 39% 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 RM 302/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Christchurch, New Zealand (~RM 233/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~RM 370/day). In fact, May is about 23% 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 12% 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Christchurch, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of RM 406/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Christchurch, New Zealand (~RM 281/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 645/day). In fact, September is about 31% 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 is 16% 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.

To rent a SUV in Christchurch, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of RM 324/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Christchurch, New Zealand (~RM 241/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 416/day). In fact, May 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 saves you 5% 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 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 RM 434/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a van in Christchurch, New Zealand (~RM 272/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 870/day). In fact, July is about 38% 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 is 22% 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Christchurch, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of RM 380/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Christchurch, New Zealand (~RM 261/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 1,142/day). In fact, July is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Christchurch. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Christchurch, renting a luxury car is 10% 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.

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Honda CityRM 126/day
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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 1 December 2023.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Christchurch area such as Dollar, Rental Cars 247 and Avis. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Christchurch, including Dollar, Rental Cars 247 and Avis.

Dollar

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Rental Cars 247

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

9.6
Wonderful
13 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.8

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

9.2

Budget

8.6
Very Good
8 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.0

Thrifty

8.5
Very Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.5

Apex

8.3
Very Good
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.3

Hertz

8.1
Very Good
11 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.5

Bargain Car Rentals

3 locations

Best Christchurch car rental deals found

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 RM 190. Data was last updated on 1 December 2023.
The best prices on car rentals in Christchurch we've found at this time. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Christchurch, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 December 2023.

What is the cheapest hire car found in Christchurch?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 254/day when booking a car hire in Christchurch. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 147/day from Abell, booked on Jul. 28.

What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Christchurch?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Christchurch from the following companies over the past two weeks: Scotties (RM 111/day), EZU Car Rental (RM 124/day), and Yesaway (RM 170/day).

Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Christchurch?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Rental Cars 247 (10.0 rating), Bargain Rental Cars (10.0 rating) and Dollar (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Christchurch.

What are petrol prices like in Christchurch?

The average price of petrol in Christchurch is RM 8.43/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 379 and RM 548 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

How much does it cost to hire a car in Christchurch for a week from EZU Car Rental?

Hiring a car in Christchurch for a week can be a great option for travel. EZU Car Rental, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 2,654/week on average.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Christchurch for the best price?

Generally, for a better deal in Christchurch it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 38%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 59 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

Can I rent a car for a month in Christchurch?

The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Christchurch it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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

Typically, a monthly car rental in Christchurch can be found for RM 11,374. You can find car rental deals for RM 379 a day on average.

How much is a car hire in Christchurch for a weekend?

RM 0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Christchurch. To save money, consider booking a Supplier choice car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in January, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as RM 394 per day.

What car do most people hire in Christchurch?

Toyota Prius c, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Christchurch according to Cheapflights users.

Luxury car rentals in Christchurch

Find luxury car rental deals in Christchurch from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Christchurch cost an average of RM 499 per day. Price data was last updated on 1 December 2023.
Check out some of the best deals we've found on luxury car rentals in the Christchurch area. Double check the dates, pricing, and other key information of your reservation to make sure they're correct before proceeding.

Van rentals in Christchurch

Find people carrier rental deals in Christchurch from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier rentals in Christchurch cost an average of RM 747 per day. Price data was last updated on 1 December 2023.
In terms of van rentals in Christchurch, these are some of the best options we've found at this time. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on van rentals.
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