Christchurch car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Christchurch. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 September 2025.
Most popular company | MODERENTALS |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | R27,27 |
Average price per day | R556 |
Cheapest price per day | R386 |
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 40 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R590/day on average when booked 40 days ahead, which saves you 1 531% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Christchurch?
In Christchurch, the most affordable car hire company right now is Mode, offering prices from just R385,53/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Yesaway, with rates starting at R779,91/day.
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 R382 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 129. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R851
February
R834
March
R643
April
R573
May
R382
June
R434
July
R556
August
R486
September
R504
October
R521
November
R625
December
R1 129
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 September 2025.
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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 September 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Christchurch?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R556/day when booking a car hire in Christchurch. The absolute best deal a user found was for R386/day from Mode, booked on Sep. 7.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Christchurch for a week from Mode?
Hiring a car in Christchurch for a week can be a great option for travel. Mode, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R3 889/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 does it cost to rent a car in Christchurch for a month?
Our recent data shows that Mode can potentially be 32% below the average car hire price in Christchurch. Check prices and availability for Mode and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Christchurch is on average R16 666 a month or R556 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Christchurch car hire.