Cheap Car Hire in Christchurch from R327
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 27/7 and drop-off date of 31/7. 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.
Popular car types in Christchurch
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Christchurch and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 14 June 2025.
At R327/day, small car 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, 101 hire locations. View below for 2 offered car types:
Economy
R327+
Compact
R327+
SUV
R544+
People carrier
R874+
Full-size SUV
R1 330+
Compact SUV
R441+
Standard SUV
R690+
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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:
Best car hire deals found in Christchurch
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Christchurch. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Christchurch with an average daily rate of R679. Data was last updated on 14 June 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Christchurch. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Cheapflights insights for Christchurch car hires
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?
Book your car hire in Christchurch 8 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R574/day on average when booked 8 days ahead, which saves you 1 495% off the usual average price.
What is the best car rental company in Christchurch?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire 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.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Christchurch?
Planning to hire a car in Christchurch? May is the cheapest month, costing about R394 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 165. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R879
February
R861
March
R663
April
R592
May
R394
June
R430
July
R556
August
R502
September
R484
October
R556
November
R645
December
R1 165
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.
Top rental agencies in Christchurch
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Christchurch known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Christchurch. Reviews were last updated on 14 June 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Christchurch, such as Avis, Budget and Apex. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Christchurch, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 June 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Christchurch for a week from Ace Rental Cars?
Hiring a car in Christchurch for a week can be a great option for travel. Ace Rental Cars, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R3 702/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Christchurch?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Christchurch for a month is certainly possible.
How much is a car hire in Christchurch for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Christchurch are typically R0 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 R0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in July to be on average R0 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Christchurch
Browse car hires by fuel type in Christchurch. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Christchurch. Deals were last updated on 14 June 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Christchurch. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R17+).
Electric
R33+
Hybrid
R18+
Petrol/Diesel
R17+