Christchurch car rentals from $5/day

If you would like a small economical car to minimize emissions and fuel consumption, consider getting a Toyota Yaris or Volkswagen Polo. These cars are also ideally suited to inner-city driving, their smaller size helping you navigate tight parking spots. If you would prefer a car with more space and power, a Mazda6 or Toyota Corolla Wagon will suit your needs.

Unless otherwise indicated, the speed limit of urban traffic areas is 50 km/h (31 mph). Once outside urban areas and on highways or rural roads, the maximum speed is 100km/h (62 mph). Keep a careful eye on your speedometer as to avoid fines, since speed cameras operate in Christchurch and can add an unwanted expense and issue to your travel.

Parking spots in the downtown district of Christchurch are plentiful and make life easy for those with a car. Christchurch City Council operates eight parking lots across the city, two of which (on Lichfield St. and Center of Contemporary Art) have free parking for the first hour. Consider parking with a conscience at Gap Filler, an urban regeneration enterprise which provides spaces on the corner of Lichfield and Manchester streets, where all revenue goes toward redevelopment projects in central Christchurch.

On average a rental car in Christchurch costs $44 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Christchurch found in the last 2 weeks is $11.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at DISCOUNT.QUEBEC ($5/day), EZU Car Rental ($6/day) and Rental Cars 247 ($22/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at DISCOUNT.QUEBEC 264 Russley Road, Avonhead null (5 miles from city center).

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Christchurch. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

The average gas price in Christchurch is $6.77 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $81 and $108, depending on the car size.

Intermediate (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Christchurch.

Car rental companies onsite at Christchurch airport include New Zealand Discount Car Rentals, Mode Car & Camper Rentals, Yes Rentals, Ace Rental Cars, Snap Rentals, Budget, EZU Car Rental, NU Car, Bargain Rental Cars and Thrifty.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Christchurch airport to off-airport locations include Ace Rental Cars, Budget, EZU Car Rental, NU Car, Thrifty, EZI, Dollar, JUCY, Go Rentals, and Hertz.

Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

An Intermediate car rental in Christchurch costs $61 per day, on average.

A Full Size car rental in Christchurch costs $51 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Christchurch costs $23 per day, on average.

In Christchurch, cars are most frequently rented at Autounion Car Rental Airpark Canterbury (5 miles from city center).

On average a rental car in Christchurch costs $311 per week ($44 per day).

On average a rental car in Christchurch costs $1,332 per month ($44 per day).

Most car rental providers in Christchurch offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Christchurch, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 67 car rental agencies in Christchurch.

Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Christchurch so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

One popular option is a drive to Akaroa, a picturesque town on the Banks Peninsula that offers hiking, wildlife viewing, and boating opportunities. Another popular road trip is a drive to Hanmer Springs, a charming alpine village famous for its hot springs, spa resorts, and outdoor recreational activities.

While numerous gas stations exist throughout Christchurch, some major roads with fewer gas stations include State Highway 75, State Highway 73, and State Highway 77. Drivers traveling on these roads should be sure to fill up their tanks before leaving, as gas stations can be few and far between in certain areas.