Christchurch

Cheap Car Hire in Christchurch from RM 65

Christchurch, New Zealand
4 Apr — 11 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Christchurch, New Zealand
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Christchurch car rentals in 2024

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 28 March 2024.

Most popular company

EZUCARRENTAL

Price of petrol per litre

RM 8.56

Average price per day

RM 149

Cheapest price per day

RM 65

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 28 March 2024.

January

RM 241

February

RM 264

March

RM 212

April

RM 193

May

RM 151

June

RM 160

July

RM 198

August

RM 179

September

RM 184

October

RM 170

November

RM 208

December

RM 302

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Christchurch is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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 28 March 2024.

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 65/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Christchurch hire providers:

Economy

Economy

RM 65+

Compact

Compact

RM 72+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 98+

SUV

SUV

RM 125+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 147+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 212+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 290+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

RM 120+

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 28 March 2024.

Small cars

RM 138 - RM 297

All Car Types

RM 213 - RM 458

To rent a small car in Christchurch, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of RM 200/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Christchurch, New Zealand (~RM 138/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 297/day). In fact, June is about 32% 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 34% 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 296/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Christchurch, New Zealand (~RM 193/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 422/day). In fact, May is about 35% 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 2% 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 410/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Christchurch, New Zealand (~RM 209/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 626/day). In fact, January is about 50% 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 27% 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 318/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Christchurch, New Zealand (~RM 197/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 469/day). In fact, May is about 39% 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 6% 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 RM 454/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a van in Christchurch, New Zealand (~RM 243/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~RM 846/day). In fact, May is about 47% 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 34% 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 353/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Christchurch, New Zealand (~RM 272/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~RM 937/day). In fact, November is about 23% 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 15% 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.

Proton PersonaRM 65/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Hyundai i20RM 68/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Toyota CorollaRM 76/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

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 28 March 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Christchurch area such as Rental Cars 247, Avis and Budget. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Christchurch, including Rental Cars 247, Avis and Budget.

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
15 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.8

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

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

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

8.1

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

Thrifty

8.0
Very Good
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Bargain Car Rentals

3 locations

Dollar

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 156. Data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
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.
Proton PersonaRM 65/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Hyundai i20RM 68/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Toyota CorollaRM 76/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Christchurch, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Christchurch?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 149/day when booking a car hire in Christchurch. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 93/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: New Zealand Discount Car Rentals (RM 65/day), Yes Rentals (RM 76/day), and Mode Car & Camper Rentals (RM 98/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 EZI (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 8.56/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 385 and RM 556 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 1,285/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 45%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 71 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 5,506. You can find car rental deals for RM 184 a day on average.

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

    RM 241 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Christchurch. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in April, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as RM 253 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Christchurch?

    Toyota RAV4, which is a Economy vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Christchurch according to Cheapflights users.

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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 292 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
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.
BMW 3 SeriesRM 185/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 185/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 194/day
5
M
BMW 3 Series

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 216 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
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.
Toyota InnovaRM 194/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota InnovaRM 196/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Proton ExoraRM 197/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Exora

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 28 March 2024.

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 (RM 14+).

Electric

Electric

RM 33+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 15+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 14+

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