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Car hire Christchurch

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Car hire Christchurch

EasyTerra Car Hire Christchurch is an independent car hire comparison site. Our system compares prices from well-known car hire companies so as a customer you can always book your hire car through us at a competitive rate.

Popular rental locations in Christchurch

The following rental locations are the most popular for renting a car in Christchurch

Car rental offers in Christchurch

Whether you're looking for a small rental car or a station wagon for the entire family, we will always have a suitable vehicle for the lowest price. Below are some examples from our selection in Christchurch.

Car type
Economy
Compact
Intermediate
Standard
Full-size
Luxury
Passenger van
SUV
Electric

Car rental companies in Christchurch

Below are the car rental companies in Christchurch with the best ratings. Compare all ratings and prices of these rental companies in one search.

  • Europcar

    8.8 (8061)
    From £ 21 / day
  • Hertz

    8.8 (6852)
    From £ 51 / day
  • Ezi-Rent Car Hire

    8.6 (66)
    From £ 23 / day
  • Budget

    8.5 (9604)
    From £ 24 / day
  • Thrifty

    8.3 (5438)
    From £ 28 / day
  • Alamo

    8.2 (8619)
    From £ 26 / day
  • Dollar Rent a Car

    8.2 (4314)
    From £ 29 / day
  • Sixt

    8 (3316)
    From £ 28 / day
  • Keddy By Europcar

    7.8 (3331)
    From £ 20 / day
  • Avis

    7.5 (5940)
    From £ 31 / day
  • Ace Rental Cars

    6.8 (14)
    From £ 25 / day
  • KEA Campers

    No reviews
    No rates available
  • Carwiz rent a car

    7.4 (542)
    No rates available
  • United rent a car

    7.3 (48)
    No rates available
  • SurPrice car rentals

    7 (471)
    No rates available
  • Bargain Car Rentals

    8.5 (20)
    No rates available
  • Alpha Car Hire

    No reviews
    No rates available
  • Drive On Holidays

    8.1 (1244)
    No rates available
  • FireFly Car Rental

    7.5 (3811)
    No rates available
  • Go Rent

    No reviews
    From £ 27 / day
  • NÜ Car Rentals

    6.5 (20)
    No rates available
  • Enterprise

    8.8 (1921)
    From £ 31 / day
  • Apollo Car Rental

    No reviews
    No rates available
  • National Car Rental

    8.1 (402)
    No rates available

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Car rental companies in and around Christchurch

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Christchurch

EasyTerra Car Hire Christchurch compares prices of car hire companies at the following locations:

103A Jeffreys Road
11 Logistics Dr
150 Kilmore St
159 Orchard Road
17 Logistics Dr
185 Bower Ave
213 Main South Road
24 Logistics Dr
78 Orchard Road

Location information for Christchurch

Introduction

Christchurch is the largest city on the South Island of New Zealand. It's the oldest city of the country. Christchurch became a 'city' by Royal Charter, on 31 July 1856. It's also called 'the most English city outside of England'. Apart from the many gothic buildings Christchurch consists of parks, public gardens or recreation parks. The city is therefore also called the Garden City of New Zealand.

Population

The city has 380,000 inhabitants.

Location

Christchurch is located on the east coast of the South Island, near the estuary of the Avon, which transverses the city. The river banks have been transformed into a public park.

Economy

Trading and processing of products from the surrounding agricultural area has long been a basis for Christchurch' economy. It concerns mainly dairy, meat and wool. Tourism but also international education plays an increasing role: a growing number of Asian students attend one of the educational institutes in Christchurch. Electronics and software development are also important for local economy.

Airports

Christchurch International Airport is situated just outside the city and is easily reachable by rental car. Memorial Avenue runs straight from the center of Christchurch to the airport.

Public Transport

Christchurch has good public transport. From the central bus station at the corner of Colombo Street and Lichfield Street busses go to all parts of the city as well as to destinations further out such as the beaches of Summer and New Brighton. During weekends however service is limited. There is also a free bus service (the yellow Shuttle) in the city center. The historic Christchurch Tramway was recently brought back into use, also only for destinations within the city center.

Traffic and Parking

It's not difficult to find your way around in Christchurch: the city has a regular street pattern. Some streets are one way streets. You need to pay for street parking. You can do so with coins, your credit card, or your mobile phone.

Hotels

Christchurch has a large supply of accommodation. From backpacker hostels to guesthouses, lodges and motels, but also some luxury hotels. In general you don't need to book your hotel room long time in advance.

External Sources

For more information about Christchurch we recommend Google and the following sources:

Practical information

  • Currency
    New Zealand dollar
  • Driving direction
    Left
  • City speed limit
    50 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    100 km/h
  • Language
    English, Māori
  • Popular car category
    Compact

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is EasyTerra Car Hire the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

Which car rental companies are compared by EasyTerra Car Hire at this location?
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
  • Ezi-Rent Car Hire
  • Budget
  • Thrifty
  • Alamo
  • Dollar Rent a Car
  • Sixt
  • Keddy By Europcar
  • Avis
  • Ace Rental Cars
  • KEA Campers
  • Carwiz rent a car
  • United rent a car
  • SurPrice car rentals
  • Bargain Car Rentals
  • Alpha Car Hire
  • Drive On Holidays
  • FireFly Car Rental
  • Go Rent
  • NÜ Car Rentals
  • Enterprise
  • Apollo Car Rental
  • National Car Rental
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