Car hire Christchurch airport

Renting a cheap car starts at 9€ per day ✔ An electric car costs 25€ ✔ A convertible starts from 27€

Parking at Christchurch Airport

Whether you are flying to or from Christchurch, it is important to know what kind of parking is available at the airport. In fact, there are a number of short and long-term parking options to choose from.

Christchurch

There are four main on-site car parks at the airport. These are the Long Stay Car Park, the Short Stay Car Park, the Econo Park and the Express Park. The Long Stay Car Park is a great choice for those who are flying out of the airport for three days or more.

The Express Park is another multi-level building car park, and it is the best option for parking near the airport terminal. It has covered parking and a 90-minute parking area. Standard parking costs NZ$ 6 per hour, while premium parking costs NZ$ 8 for up to 90 minutes.

The Orchard Road Car Park is another short-term option that offers 30 minutes of free parking. It is also a great choice for picking up or dropping off passengers. It is a short walk from the airport terminal.

The CHC Airport has a number of great facilities, including a post office, tourist helpdesk, first aid, a duty free shop, and a gift shop. In addition to that, the airport has a number of good-quality restaurants, cafeterias, and bars.

The CHC Airport also has a valet service, which is only available to Air New Zealand customers. It isn't exactly free, but it's an incredibly convenient service.

Car Rental Options at Christchurch Airport

During your visit to New Zealand, renting a car is a great way to explore the stunning landscapes and unique culture of Christchurch. The city's location makes it an ideal starting point for further South Island adventures.

Christchurch view

There are several rental car companies that are available at Christchurch airport. The best choice is to make a reservation well in advance to get the best deal.

You can choose between a small and a medium-sized car, both of which are priced at around $32 a day. You can also rent a van for up to seven passengers.

You can use the courtesy shuttle to get to your rental car. The shuttles are located outside door one or door two of the airport. You can also use a rental car park, which is located about fifty metres from the international terminal building.

Several car hire suppliers are located at the airport, including Apollo Rental Cars, Bliss New Zealand Car Hire, Snap Rentals, Keddy by Europcar and Right Cars. The rental desks are located in the International Arrivals hall.

You can also rent a car at the airport through Thrifty. This is a well-established rental car company located in the South Island of New Zealand. The airport is located on State Highway 1 and is a 20 minute drive from the city centre.

The International Antarctic Centre is also located near the airport. This centre is one of the five gateways to Antarctica. It also rents meeting space.

Christchurch Airport Transport Information

Located in Christchurch, the Christchurch Airport is the main airport for the city of Christchurch and it serves more than 6 million passengers a year. It is also a hub for Air New Zealand. There are many ways to get to and from the airport.

The most obvious way to get to the airport is by bus. There are regular bus services that connect the airport to the city centre. Buses depart from the northern end of the International Arrivals hall. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the city centre from the airport.

There are also shuttle services. These shuttle services provide door-to-door transport within the city. They are also cost effective. The price of the shuttle depends on the number of passengers. The average cost is around $8.50 for an adult.

The Metrocard is also an option. Metrocards can be purchased at a bus interchange or at locations throughout Greater Christchurch. The Metrocard provides many benefits. They can save you valuable cash. The card offers free transfers for two hours. However, the Metrocard does not provide a direct service from the airport to the city centre.

The Christchurch Airport has also undergone an extensive expansion project. It now has a new control tower and a new five level car park building. The new car park building has 570 new covered car spaces.

The new control tower is 45 meters high. There is also a new gondola which offers spectacular views of the snow-capped mountains. The airport also has a supermarket and a fitness centre.

The dynamics of price changes based on season in Christchurch airport

Average price for 7 days rental:

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  • January
    154$
  • February
    133$
  • March
    154$
  • April
    189$
  • May
    224$
  • June
    245$
  • July
    287$
  • August
    322$
  • September
    224$
  • October
    224$
  • November
    154$
  • December
    245$
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    154$
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    133$
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    154$
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    189$
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    224$
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    245$
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    287$
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    322$
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    224$
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    224$
  • Nov -
    154$
  • Dec -
    245$

List of required documents

Attention!

A valid international driving license is required

1. Driver license
2. Credit card
3. Voucher
4. Passport

Frequently Asked Questions

A rental car typically costs 23$ a day. However, the costs start at 10$ per day and can go as high as 100$ per day. The final price is directly influenced by the category of rental vehicles, the vehicle's features, your age, the date of booking, the length of the rental, etc.

Third-party liability insurance is needed by law when renting a car in Christchurch airport. Most agencies automatically include this in the price of your car rental.
A Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) or theft protection is recommended but not required. If you opt to purchase additional coverage, make sure to include it in your initial booking because the pricing are best when done this way. Check to see if your credit card coverage includes car rental insurance in Christchurch airport.
Purchase insurance while booking your car:

Car rental insurance

Traveling by car lets you explore at your own pace. It's nice to be able to avoid congested bus or rail schedules and travel early or late.

It depends on the number of passengers and the amount of luggage each person is carrying. However, the following factors to think about before vacationing in Christchurch airport:

Size: Our major suggestion is to choose a car that is not excessively wide. There are some tiny streets when you are driving through old towns or historical villages. It will be less stressful in a narrower automobile. Fiat 500 is the most well-liked model among economy classes in Christchurch airport. From EUROPCAR the daily rate for this vehicle begins at 14$.

Power: Any size car will be able to travel the entire country. However, if you choose an engine that is not the smallest, it will be more comfortable in the highlands.

All car rental agencies allow booking the vehicle's main features but not a specific model. Because a specific model can break, be in an accident, be kept by the prior tenant, etc. Your voucher code sets the main parameters (e.g. CDAR). Code decoding:

Car rental models

The same card must be used to guarantee the rental agreement when you pick up the vehicle. We accept two types of cards:

We will accept a credit card as a guarantee. Our front desk staff is not permitted to accept a credit card if it is not clearly designated as such.
If you purchase our Platinum Insurance plan for the duration of your rental time, we can acccept a debit or prepaid card.

Rent a car without a deposit

Just keep in mind that the rental agreement must be signed in person at pick-up by the cardholder/renter, as well as by any other drivers. Additionally, the card must still be valid 100 days after the rental time has ended.

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