Car hire at Christchurch airport from £4/day

Toyota Prius c

or similar Small

£5/day

Nissan March

or similar Small

£4/day

Toyota Prius c

or similar Small

£5/day

* These are the best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours and may change

Useful Info

Most popular agency	Most popular car type	Average price	Good deal
Apex	Intermediate	£32/day	£27/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Christchurch Airport car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Christchurch Airport with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Christchurch Airport?

You should book your car hire in Christchurch Airport around 88 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Christchurch Airport?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at GoldStar (£6.46/day), Autounion Car Rental (£9.13/day), and JUCY (£9.34/day).

What is the best car hire company in Christchurch Airport?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Christchurch Airport are Alamo (10.0, 2 reviews), Bargain Rental Cars (10.0, 1 review), and Dollar (10.0).

Alamo

Rated 10.0/10

Bargain Rental Cars

Rated 10.0/10

Dollar

Rated 10.0/10

Drive NZ

Rated 10.0/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Christchurch Airport?

SUV cars (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Christchurch Airport. SUV cars in Christchurch Airport cost £38/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as £15/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Christchurch Airport is June at an average cost of £15/day. December is the most expensive month to hire a car in Christchurch Airport when prices are £28/day on average, which tends to be 8% above the yearly average hire price for Christchurch Airport.

What car hire company in Christchurch Airport has the most locations?

Thrifty operates 2 locations in Christchurch Airport, more than any other car hire company.

Find deals

Car hire at Christchurch Airport (CHC) is the ideal way to explore this New Zealand city. While the metro provides access to the suburbs, only car hire can allow you to explore the outlying parts that take you to ski resorts, mountain trails and the adventurous side of Christchurch. Whether you are there in summer for the lakes or winter for the snowboarding, car hire is your solution to a well-rounded New Zealand experience. The airport is the gateway to Christchurch, so you will find the widest offering of car agencies right here.
When collecting your Christchurch Airport car hire, you will be greeted by a wide variety of companies, all with helpful and professional staff. The domestic and international Arrivals terminal makes way for large global brands, and just off site are some smaller companies, with complimentary shuttles. Keep your documents on hand for a smooth and seamless transaction, and you will be on the road in no time. Snap any pictures of scratches and inform a staff member before you leave to ensure you can prove you were not the cause upon your car’s return.
When it’s time to return your car hire at Christchurch Airport, you will find it very easy. As you approach the airport, there are usually signs directing cars to the garage entrance for car hire parking. Here you will remove personal belongings and lock up the refuelled car. If it is still within working hours, an agent will run through a body inspection with you. Alternatively, if after hours, you can leave the keys in the after-hours box outside the company counter.
Dropping off your car hire at Christchurch Airport shouldn't be a struggle, no matter what time you need to do so. While many companies are open quite late, there may be the need to drop off without a staff member present. You can always find the after-hours drop-boxes outside the hire counters in the airport, but let the company know of your plans beforehand. If you can make it there during working hours, it is great for getting your security deposit process started.
25% of our users found a car hire at Christchurch airport for £29 or less
Book your car hire at Christchurch airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

Where are the car hire companies situated at Christchurch Airport?
Some on-site car hire companies based at Christchurch Airport are Avis, Budget, Hertz, Sixt, EZI Car Rental, Yes Away and Enterprise. Find them at the Arrivals terminal. Once your transaction has been approved, the car hire agent will escort you to your car. All garages for the Christchurch car hire companies are based outside the exit, facing the airport veneer at a walkable distance. More airport affiliate companies that are based a few minutes off site will send a shuttle for you with a quick call as you land.
What car hire companies are straightforward at Christchurch Airport?
Finding a car hire company that offers easy processes should be a breeze with Christchurch car hire. Daily deals are always a good way to determine which will be easier on the budget, so keep checking KAYAK for deals. When it comes to convenience, you will find the long working hours of Avis extremely convenient. They are generally open from 06:00 to 00:30, seven days a week. SIXT is normally open until 20:00 and Europcar usually until 22:00. If you’d like to get on the road sooner, look to Budget for their Fast Break Pick Up system; it will shave time off your collection. SIXT in general has gained popularity for being affordable and having many unique add-ons.
What documentation is required to hire a car at Christchurch Airport?
An important part of collecting your Christchurch car hire will be the documentation you bring with you. If you are travelling from out of the country, ensure you have an International Driving Permit for the hire. Your photographic identification is essential and then, of course, your credit card for the transaction. Select companies may allow you to pay by debit card, but terms and conditions should always be checked beforehand.
How much does it cost to hire a car at Christchurch airport?
On average a car hire at Christchurch airport costs £33 per day.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Christchurch airport?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Christchurch airport to off-airport locations include Ace Rental Cars, EZU Car Rental, Hertz, Europcar, JUCY , and EZI.

Alamo

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Christchurch Airport

Locations in Christchurch Airport

Christchurch Airport

+64 3 358 6554

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00
Saturday	08:00 - 17:00
Sunday	08:00 - 17:00

Bargain Rental Cars

10.0

Wonderful

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Christchurch Airport

Locations in Christchurch Airport

Christchurch Airport: 6 Sir Keith Park Place, Harewood, Christchurch 805

+64 800 001 110

Monday	06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday	06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday	06:00 - 20:00
Thursday	06:00 - 20:00
Friday	06:00 - 20:00
Saturday	06:00 - 20:00
Sunday	06:00 - 20:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Adrian, Nov 2022

BargainRentals sent the request for online document submission to Kayak rather to me direct

Dollar

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Christchurch Airport

Locations in Christchurch Airport

30 Durey Rd

+64 800 243 789

Monday	00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Thursday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Friday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Saturday	00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Sunday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00

Drive NZ

10.0

Wonderful

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Christchurch Airport

Locations in Christchurch Airport

Christchurch Airport

+64 800 374 836

Monday	00:00 - 01:00
Tuesday	00:00 - 01:00
Wednesday	00:00 - 01:00
Thursday	00:00 - 01:00
Friday	00:00 - 01:00
Saturday	00:00 - 01:00
Sunday	00:00 - 01:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2025

Economy

Appreciated the 24/7 support, really quick replies on email. Friendly and understanding customer service and support.

EZI

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Christchurch Airport

from£53/day

Locations in Christchurch Airport

Durey Road

+64 3 357 8533

Monday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Tuesday	00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Thursday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Friday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Saturday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Sunday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Full-size

It was a clean car, good model and they were at the airport. Perfect for me. Well priced too.

Go Rentals

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Christchurch Airport

Yesaway

10.0

Wonderful

Read 7 reviews

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

9.7

One location in Christchurch Airport

Locations in Christchurch Airport

153 Orchard Road, Harewood, Christchurch

+64 3 358 5740

Monday	08:01 - 17:59
Tuesday	08:01 - 17:59
Wednesday	08:01 - 17:59
Thursday	08:01 - 17:59
Friday	08:01 - 17:59
Saturday	08:01 - 17:59
Sunday	08:01 - 17:59

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Standard SUV

Very organised, and great communication

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2025

People carrier

Brilliant

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Standard SUV

Pick and drop off was a breeze. Transport from airport terminal to car rental site was easy enough to find. More signage will still be helpful. Staff was friendly and helpful.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2022

When we first arrived at the airport and made a phone call as per instructions no one picked up the phone call for four attempts which was rather a disconcerting when it was wet and cold and midnight. More explicit instructions about pick up point would have been helpful

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2022

Friendly staff on pick up and drop off

Avis

9.3

Wonderful

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

8.0

One location in Christchurch Airport

Locations in Christchurch Airport

Terminal Building

+64 3 358 9661

Monday	06:00 - 20:0000:00 - 01:00
Tuesday	00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 20:00
Wednesday	06:00 - 20:0000:00 - 01:00
Thursday	06:00 - 20:0000:00 - 01:00
Friday	00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 20:00
Saturday	00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 20:00
Sunday	06:00 - 20:0000:00 - 01:00

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Rental Cars 247

9.2

Wonderful

Read 3 reviews

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.2

Value for money

8.8

One location in Christchurch Airport

from£28/day

Locations in Christchurch Airport

7/25 Logistics Drive, Harewood, Christchurch

+64 3 662 9026

Opening times not available

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8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Compact SUV

Great rental and service. Team onsite were great and helpful

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2023

Economy

all good

Mode

9.1

Wonderful

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.1

Value for money

8.5

One location in Christchurch Airport

from£15/day

Locations in Christchurch Airport

Unit 1, 3 PUKAKI ROAD

+64 800 247 727

Opening times not available

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10.0 Wonderful

Manoj, Jul 2024

SUV

Nice car easy pick and drop

Budget

9.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.5

Value for money

9.5

One location in Christchurch Airport

Locations in Christchurch Airport

Terminal Building

+64 3 357 0231

Monday	00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 20:00
Tuesday	00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 20:00
Wednesday	00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 20:00
Thursday	06:00 - 20:0000:00 - 01:00
Friday	00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 20:00
Saturday	06:00 - 20:0000:00 - 01:00
Sunday	00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 20:00

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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Nov 2023

SUV

Car was it ready at pickup. Waited over an hour. Everything else was very good

EZU Car Rental

9.0

Wonderful

Read 3 reviews

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

9.3

One location in Christchurch Airport

from£19/day

Locations in Christchurch Airport

Christchurch Airport

Opening times not available

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10.0 Wonderful

Teva, Oct 2024

Intermediate

no negative surprise, all went smoothly from start to end. Thank you, I will come back

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Feb 2022

The vehicle was value for money, though I did feel it was a bit shabby.

Ace Rental Cars

8.1

Very Good

Read 11 reviews

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.2

Value for money

8.2

One location in Christchurch Airport

from£15/day

Locations in Christchurch Airport

Abros Place

+64 3 360 3270

Monday	07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:59
Thursday	07:00 - 23:59
Friday	07:00 - 23:59
Saturday	07:00 - 23:59
Sunday	07:00 - 23:59

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10.0 Wonderful

Pranab, Mar 2025

Compact SUV

Excellent service. Very efficient and effective. Both cars, Kia Carnival from Auckland to Wellington and Kia Seltos from Christchurch to Christchurch covering entire South island were very well maintained cars with no glitches what so ever. Thanks

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Compact

The actual car and process was a great experience. However, I have an issue with Ace Car Rentals overall. When I picked up my vehicle in Christchurch, I provided my Credit Card for a holding deposit, and to pay for an additional driver. This was the ONLY place that I used my Credit in Christchurch. However the next day I noticed 3 transactions on my Credit Card by UBER Eats Christchurch (totalling AUD $228.98), all processed at 3.47am the next morning. As I said, this was the ONLY place that my Credit Card was used in Christchurch. Therefore I can only assume that... a) The staff member who processed my pickup (and knew that I was from Australia, and that the car would be dropped off hundreds of kilometres away), used, or passed on my Card information to someone else, or... b) Someone was able to access ACE Rental systems. Based on this experience, I would be reluctant to recommend ACE Car Rentals to my family or friends.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2025

Compact

Everything was spot on. Wouldn’t change anything

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2025

Compact

Very courteous and processional staff at both Christchurch (where we picked up the car) and at Queenstown (where we dropped it off).

10.0 Wonderful

steve, Jan 2024

Economy

Upgrade awesome thanks Easy modern car collection Very impressed

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Supplier choice

Very friendly and helpful staff

Apex

8.1

Very Good

Most popular

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.1

Value for money

8.0

One location in Christchurch Airport

from£34/day

Locations in Christchurch Airport

28 Ron Guthrie Road, Christchurch Airport

+64 3357 4536

Opening times not available

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Compact SUV

Very good. I was picked up from the airport with shuttle and delivered to Apex. Also dropped at airport after returning car. Car was clean and in good condition. Fuel very expensive in NZ though - would be better if it was diesel.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Compact

The requirement to see a physical credit card is onerous. I don't carry my credit cards with me anymore - doing to is a security risk as well as the risk of losing them. All of the required information is encoded on a secure app on my smart phone. The car was a little old, but was comfortable and god to drive. The spring in the folding key was defective, so it was difficult to open.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Compact SUV

Excellent service Easy to pick up and drop off with shuttle to and from airport

Hertz

8.0

Very Good

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

9.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.8

Value for money

8.5

One location in Christchurch Airport

from£32/day

Locations in Christchurch Airport

30 Durey Rd

+64 3 358 6730

Monday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Wednesday	00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Thursday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Friday	00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Saturday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Sunday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00

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Thrifty

7.5

Good

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

7.5

2 locations in Christchurch Airport

Locations in Christchurch Airport

30 Durey Rd

+64 800 737 070

Monday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Tuesday	00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Thursday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Friday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Saturday	07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Sunday	00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59

Christchurch Ap

+64 3 353 1940

Monday	07:30 - 22:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 22:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 22:00
Thursday	07:30 - 22:00
Friday	07:30 - 22:00
Saturday	07:30 - 22:00
Sunday	07:30 - 22:00

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8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, May 2024

Standard SUV

Car is in good condition. Improve a little bit on the cleanliness. Thank you.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Standard SUV

Good. Staff was nice and efficient. Pickup and dropoff were fast and easy. Charges were as initially estimated.

JUCY

7.0

Good

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

6.5

One location in Christchurch Airport

from£19/day

Locations in Christchurch Airport

157 Orchard Road

+64 9 929 2462

Monday	08:30 - 16:00
Tuesday	08:30 - 16:00
Wednesday	08:30 - 16:00
Thursday	08:30 - 16:00
Friday	08:30 - 16:00
Saturday	08:30 - 16:00
Sunday	08:30 - 16:00

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2023

Economy

Availability for pick up of cars

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Jan 2023

The car was what we expected for what it was. We had an early flight, so when dropping off at the chch office it wasn’t open at 6am (fair enough) but instead of offering a taxi number on the building to get to the airport maybe 1 or 2 designated spots at the airport could be a nice option. 1800-0900, otherwise drop at the office.

Snap Rentals

7.0

Good

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.6

One location in Christchurch Airport

from£24/day

Locations in Christchurch Airport

170, Orchard Road

+64 3358 8630

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00
Saturday	08:00 - 17:00
Sunday	08:00 - 17:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Charlie, Apr 2025

Compact

Great staff. Car was overpriced. Couldn’t even connect Bluetooth because the car is in Japanese.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Apr 2025

Compact

I didn't like the public holiday surcharge that was not communicated prior to pick up

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Compact

I didn' get the car I requested and paid for, Toyota Aqua Hybrid but the smaller Toyota Yaris Hybrid,which was not suitable for touring for the two week hire. Lacked comfort and road holding, I couldn't maintain road speed often letting others pass, breaking on steep decent was poor and with low gear engaged engine was hemoraging at 30kph.(vehicle only has drive and low) On a previous rental,in Cairns, a similar thing happened when I was given a smaller inferior vehicle. Not likely to return.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2023

SUV

Great clean car with low kms. Staff friendly and efficient

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2022

The car was very old with stains on the interior and a strange smell. The drop-off location provided was completely inaccurate, as was the included phone number which risked further delay in getting to my flight. On drop-off, they found a very tiny little nick in the windshield and insisted I stay longer to fill out a long form. They have a policy where they take out an additional $2000 from the credit card at the time of the rental so you can't easily challenge their charges later from out of the country, which feels predatory.

New Zealand Discount Car Rentals

6.8

Okay

Read 7 reviews

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.1

Value for money

7.7

One location in Christchurch Airport

from£28/day

Locations in Christchurch Airport

153 Orchard Road, Harewood

+64 3357 8919

Monday	08:25 - 17:30
Tuesday	08:25 - 17:30
Wednesday	08:25 - 17:30
Thursday	08:25 - 17:30
Friday	08:25 - 17:30
Saturday	08:25 - 17:30
Sunday	08:25 - 17:30

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2.0 Poor

George, Mar 2025

SUV

App didn’t work. Unable to make any alterations and was told to cancel and book again. When I arrived at the airport no booking had been received and hours were wasted. A complete failure.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Jan 2025

Passenger van

Van was not in the best condition, panel damage in a lot of areas, no cover over back door inside, broken flooring in luggage area, very noisy inside when travelling. There was a delay in refunding the $1000 deposit. That did have me concerned for a few days. Van performed well and was cheep to run.

8.0 Very Good

C & MP, Jan 2025

Compact

The big problem was that the battery was flat when I went to pick up the car at 8 pm. The After Hours people were lovely and helpful and jumped the car for me. Then it died again when I parked the car at the hotel to check in. When I called the office in the morning and told about the flat battery, the woman answering the phone said, "I'm busy with customers, can you ring back later?" This really wasn't an appropriate thing to say. I told her to ring me back. After 30 minutes, she hadn't so I rang again. After that, I started getting real help, although telling me that driving the car for 20 minutes after jumping the car wasn't enough, wasn't wise either. Nor was asking me to get someone to jump the car and drive it back to the centre so they could give me a new car. It wasn't my responsibility to have to do all that for a faulty car. When they understood my point, they became very helpful. And I had a fully functioning car an hour later. I didn't have any more problems after that. And they gave me a 10% discount plus paid for my hotel parking charge since I wasn't able to park on the street once the first car died. I thought this was reasonable. So in the end, the company redeemed itself in my eyes. However, they really should check that the car is fully functioning before they lease it.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Economy

Everything was great

Europcar

6.8

Okay

Read 3 reviews

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.2

Value for money

6.0

One location in Christchurch Airport

from£55/day

Locations in Christchurch Airport

Christchurch International Terminal

+64 3 357 9202

Opening times not available

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Sixt

6.6

Okay

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

7.3

One location in Christchurch Airport

from£47/day

Locations in Christchurch Airport

Ground Floor, Airport Terminal

+64 3 666 0026

Monday	07:30 - 22:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 22:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 22:00
Thursday	07:30 - 22:00
Friday	07:30 - 22:00
Saturday	07:30 - 22:00
Sunday	07:30 - 22:00

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2025

SUV

Over priced with hidden fees. Still have received my bond yet which is so sad.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, May 2024

Compact

Very simple and no frills at a good price.

Autounion Car Rental

6.4

Okay