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Cheap Car Hire in Christchurch Airport from £4

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 Airport with a pick-up date of 20/6 and drop-off date of 27/6. 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 Airport car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Christchurch Airport. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

SNAPRENTALS

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

£30

Cheapest price per day

£4

Popular car types in Christchurch Airport

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Christchurch Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

There are 72 hire agencies servicing Christchurch Airport. These agencies, altogether, have 101 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire at Christchurch Airport with prices from £4 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire at Christchurch Airport:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

SUV

SUV

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare car hire deals at Christchurch Airport by type

Here are the best Christchurch Airport small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Christchurch Airport SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Skoda Fabia£4/day
2
M
A/C
Skoda Fabia
Nissan Versa Note£5/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Versa Note
Mini Hatch£5/day
4
M
A/C
Mini Hatch

Best car hire deals found at Christchurch Airport

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Christchurch Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Christchurch Airport with an average daily rate of £14. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Toyota C-HR£5/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota C-HR
Kia Sportage£13/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Sportage
Skoda Fabia£4/day
2
M
A/C
Skoda Fabia

Cheapflights insights for Christchurch Airport car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Christchurch Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car at Christchurch Airport?

Book your car hire at Christchurch Airport 88 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £15/day on average when booked 88 days ahead, which saves you 40% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company at Christchurch Airport?

Autounion Car Rental is currently the cheapest car hire company at Christchurch Airport with deals as low as £3.02/day found in the past two weeks. EZU Car Rental is another inexpensive option with rates as low as £5.41/day.

What is the best car hire company at Christchurch Airport?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company at Christchurch Airport is Avis (rated 9.6/10 with 2 reviews). Rental Cars 247 (rated 9.2/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car at Christchurch Airport?

At Christchurch Airport, the best time to hire a car is in June, with an average daily rate of just £15. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging £28 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Christchurch Airport, the best time to hire a car is in June, with an average daily rate of just £15. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging £28 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

£22

February

£24

March

£19

April

£19

May

£15

June

£15

July

£15

August

£15

September

£15

October

£15

November

£17

December

£28

What car do most people hire at Christchurch Airport?

Economy cars (Toyota Prius c or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Christchurch Airport. Compact cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations at Christchurch Airport?

Both Dollar and Thrifty have 2 locations at Christchurch Airport, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top hire agencies in Christchurch Airport

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Christchurch Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Christchurch Airport. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.

Avis

9.6
Wonderful
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

9.0

Rental Cars 247

9.2
Wonderful
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.8

Budget

9.0
Wonderful
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

9.5

Ace Rental Cars

8.1
Very Good
11 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.2

Apex

8.1
Very Good
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

7.6

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.0

Thrifty

7.5
Good
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.5

Autounion Car Rental

6.4
Okay
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.6

Dollar

2 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Christchurch Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found at Christchurch Airport?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £29/day when booking a car hire at Christchurch Airport. The absolute best deal a user found was for £14/day from Autounion Car Rental, booked on Jun. 8.

  • Which car hire providers are at Christchurch Airport?

    There are 10 car hire providers located at Christchurch Airport. The following companies can be found near the Christchurch Airport car hire counter:Bargain Rental Cars (10.0)Alamo (10.0)EZI (10.0)Dollar (10.0)Yesaway (10.0)Drive NZ (10.0)Avis (9.3)Rental Cars 247 (9.2)Mode (9.1)Budget (9.0)

  • How much does it cost to hire a car at Christchurch Airport for a week from Snap Rentals?

    Snap Rentals is one of the top picks at Christchurch Airport. They can have you in a hire car for about £228 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month at Christchurch Airport?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle at Christchurch Airport for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car at Christchurch Airport for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 91% on a month-long rental by booking with Autounion Car Rental. Autounion Car Rental is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car at Christchurch Airport can cost you on average £978 a month or £33 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

Car hires by fuel type in Christchurch Airport

Browse car hires by fuel type in Christchurch Airport. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Christchurch Airport. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Christchurch Airport. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (£7+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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