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Cheap Car Hire in Christchurch from R859

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 8/8 and drop-off date of 13/8. 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.
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Christchurch car hires in 2026

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 1 July 2026.

Most popular company

MODERENTALS

Price of petrol per litre

R30,35

Average price per day

R512

Cheapest price per day

R859
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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 1 July 2026.
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At R859/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Christchurch in the past week. Out of 86 car hire agencies operating in Christchurch, there are, in total, 116 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

R859+

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Compact

Compact

R869+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 017+

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SUV

SUV

R1 194+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R1 026+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 374+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

R2 140+

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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 R1 169. Data was last updated on 1 July 2026.
Renault SanderoR859/day
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Renault Sandero
Found 06/30/26
Nissan MicraR869/day
4
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Nissan Micra
Found 06/30/26
Hyundai AtosR952/day
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Hyundai Atos
Found 06/30/26

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 83 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R558/day on average when booked 83 days ahead, which saves you 1 399% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Christchurch?

In Christchurch, the most affordable car hire company right now is New Zealand Discount Car Rentals, offering prices from just R6,03/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Yesaway, with rates starting at R6,39/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). Snap Rentals (rated 7.0/10 with 5 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Avis
Avis
9.6
Snap Rentals
Snap Rentals
7.0
Gold Car Rent a Car
Gold Car Rent a Car
0.0
GO Rent A Car
GO Rent A Car
0.0

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 066. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R820

February

R1 000

March

R705

April

R558

May

R394

June

R410

July

R476

August

R410

September

R443

October

R459

November

R574

December

R1 066

What car do most people hire in Christchurch?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Christchurch are the following: Compact cars (Toyota Corolla or similar), Intermediate cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar), and Economy cars (Toyota Camry or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Christchurch?

Avis has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Gold Car Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Christchurch at 2.

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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 1 July 2026.

Avis

9,6
Wonderful
5 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

9,6

Comfort

9,6

Overall

9,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

9,0

Snap Rentals

7,0
Good
5 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

7,0

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,6

Gold Car Rent a Car

2 locations
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GO Rent A Car

1 location
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Maui

1 location
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Joy Car Rental

1 location
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Right Cars

1 location
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Hao Car Rentals Limited

1 location
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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 1 July 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Christchurch?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R512/day when booking a car hire in Christchurch. The absolute best deal a user found was for R261/day from EZU Car Rental, booked on Jun. 27.

  • 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 R4 184/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 EZU Car Rental can potentially be 70% below the average car hire price in Christchurch. Check prices and availability for EZU Car Rental and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Christchurch is on average R17 930 a month or R598 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Christchurch car hire.

Car hires by fuel type in Christchurch

Browse car hires by fuel type in Christchurch. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Christchurch. Deals were last updated on 1 July 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Christchurch. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R53+).

Electric

Electric

R153+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

R53+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

R58+

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