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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 28/7 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.
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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 18 July 2025.
Most popular company | APEX |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | £32 |
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 18 July 2025.
There are 74 hire agencies servicing Christchurch Airport. These agencies, altogether, have 103 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 4 car types you can hire at Christchurch Airport:
Economy
£4+
Compact
£5+
Intermediate
£8+
SUV
£16+
People carrier
£24+
Full-size SUV
£26+
Supplier choice
£4+
Compact SUV
£13+
Intermediate SUV
£16+
Standard SUV
£17+
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 medium 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
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Citroen C3£5/day
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Toyota C-HR£5/day
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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 £13. Data was last updated on 18 July 2025.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class£5/day
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Vauxhall Crossland£13/day
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Skoda Fabia£4/day
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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 £16/day on average when booked 88 days ahead, which saves you 40% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company at Christchurch Airport?
GoldStar is currently the cheapest car hire company at Christchurch Airport with deals as low as £6.55/day found in the past two weeks. EZU Car Rental is another inexpensive option with rates as low as £6.67/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.
Avis
9.6
Rental Cars 247
9.2
Budget
9.0
Ace Rental Cars
8.1
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
£25
March
£19
April
£19
May
£16
June
£15
July
£16
August
£16
September
£16
October
£16
November
£17
December
£28
What car do most people hire at Christchurch Airport?
SUV cars (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Christchurch Airport. Compact cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Nissan X-Trail or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations at Christchurch Airport?
Thrifty has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Rental Cars 247 has the second-highest number of locations at Christchurch Airport at 1.
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 18 July 2025.
Avis
2 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Overall
9.6
Pick-up/drop-off
8.6
Value
9.0
Rental Cars 247
3 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Overall
9.2
Pick-up/drop-off
9.2
Value
8.8
Budget
2 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
8.5
Value
9.5
Ace Rental Cars
11 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.7
Overall
8.1
Pick-up/drop-off
8.2
Value
8.2
Apex
5 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
7.6
Overall
8.1
Pick-up/drop-off
8.1
Value
8.0
Thrifty
5 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.5
Overall
7.5
Pick-up/drop-off
8.0
Value
7.5
Autounion Car Rental
5 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
7.2
Comfort
6.8
Overall
6.4
Pick-up/drop-off
6.8
Value
7.6
Abell
1 location
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 18 July 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found at Christchurch Airport?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £30/day when booking a car hire at Christchurch Airport. The absolute best deal a user found was for £17/day from Yes Rentals, booked on Jul. 13.
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 Apex?
Apex is one of the top picks at Christchurch Airport. They can have you in a hire car for about £330 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 Yes Rentals. Yes Rentals is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car at Christchurch Airport can cost you on average £1,415 a month or £47 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, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Christchurch Airport. Deals were last updated on 18 July 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Christchurch Airport. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£7+).
Electric
£24+
Hybrid
£7+
Petrol/Diesel
£7+