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Christchurch car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Christchurch. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on June 15, 2025.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of gas per litre

₱87.63

Average price per day

₱4,094

Cheapest price per day

₱3,786

Cheapflights insights for Christchurch car rentals

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

How far in advance should I rent a car in Christchurch?

Book your rental car in Christchurch 8 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings Car rental prices are around ₱1,731/day on average when booked 8 days ahead, which saves you 4,716% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest rental car company in Christchurch?

In Christchurch, the most affordable rental car company right now is Snap Rentals, offering prices from just ₱1,247.87/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is GoldStar, with rates starting at ₱1,524.28/day.

What is the best car rental company in Christchurch?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental 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 rent a car in Christchurch?

At Christchurch, the best time to rent a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just ₱1,190. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging ₱3,516 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Christchurch, the best time to rent a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just ₱1,190. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging ₱3,516 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

₱2,650

February

₱2,596

March

₱2,001

April

₱1,785

May

₱1,190

June

₱1,298

July

₱1,677

August

₱1,515

September

₱1,460

October

₱1,677

November

₱1,947

December

₱3,516

What car do most people rent in Christchurch?

SUV rentals (Toyota Land Cruiser Prado or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Christchurch. Premium rentals (Toyota Land Cruiser Prado or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Supplier choice rentals (Class Special Sedan or similar).

Which car rental 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 rental agencies in Christchurch known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Christchurch. Reviews were last updated on June 15, 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Christchurch, including Avis, Budget and Apex. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Avis

9.6
Wonderful
5 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

9.0

Budget

9.0
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

9.5

Apex

8.4
Very good
7 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.3

Thrifty

7.5
Good
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.5

Hertz

7.0
Good
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.4

Bargain Car Rentals

3 locations

Dollar

3 locations

EZI

3 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Christchurch, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on June 15, 2025.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Christchurch?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₱4,094/day when booking a rental car in Christchurch. The best deal a user found was for ₱3,786/day from Budget, booked on Jun. 8.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Christchurch for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the top picks in Christchurch. They can have you in a rental car for about ₱10,613 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Christchurch?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Christchurch.

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