Car rentals in Christchurch Central City, Christchurch

You can expect to spend around C$ 125 per day on average on a rental car in Christchurch Central City. Depending on what neighbourhood you plan to visit, daily rental prices may be as low as C$ 78 per day or as high as C$ 159 per day which is a 51% difference.

Apex (C$ 78/day) is the cheapest car rental company in Christchurch Central City as of the past 72 hours, followed by Budget (C$ 121/day), and Hertz (C$ 141/day). Keep in mind that these are the cheapest prices our users have seen recently. Daily rental prices are subject to change based on what neighbourhood in Christchurch you visit and what type of car you decide to rent.

With an average review score of 10.0/10 from 3 reviewers, Avis is rated the best car rental company in Christchurch Central City by our users.

50% of momondo users prefer to rent Compact vehicles when visiting Christchurch Central City. You can expect daily rental prices for this type of car to be C$ 135 on average. Rates might be different depending on what agency you rent your car from and what neighbourhood you intend to visit. Keep in mind that there are also other types of rental cars available in Christchurch Central City if this one doesn’t suit your needs.

Burnside and Ilam are the cheapest neighbourhoods to rent a car in Christchurch. We found that New Zealand Discount Car Rentals is the cheapest rental car company in Burnside with an average cost of C$ 10/day. DISCOUNT.QUEBEC is the most affordable rental company in Ilam with prices averaging C$ 17/day.

The most popular number of days to rent a car in Christchurch Central City is 23 days, at an average daily price of C$ 79. Only need a rental car for a weekend? Average weekend prices are C$ 199 total. For your week-long Christchurch Central City road-trip you can find prices averaging C$ 706 altogether or for a whole month, costs can be in the neighbourhood of C$ 2,896.

The best time to rent a car in Christchurch Central City is during the month of June, when prices average C$ 43 per day. The most expensive month to rent a car is in December, during which you will frequently find prices averaging C$ 110 per day. Be sure to book your rental car around 61 days or more ahead of time for the best prices.

Prices for cars in Christchurch Central City refresh daily.

The number of operators available for cars in Christchurch Central City is 10 as of September 2026.

Among different countries, including Christchurch Central City, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when renting a car in Christchurch Central City. If the license is written in a different language from the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual rental company you're booking with.