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Our Christchurch car hire branch is just 5 minutes from Christchurch International Airport. We offer a wide range of late-model hires. Our vehicles are ready for pick up to take you to your destinations of choice in the Garden City or around the South Island of New Zealand.
Our range includes economy cars, sedans and station wagons. We also supply rental vans, luggage carriers, minibuses and 4WD SUV vehicles. We offer all car rentals at very competitive rates to suit any budget. RaD Car Hire Christchurch also offers one-way car hire.
Collecting your rental car at Christchurch Airport is very simple! Upon arrival, give us a call on 0800 736 823 (press 5 and then 1 at the prompt) from any public phone inside Christchurch Airport, or call from your mobile on +64 3 348 7516.
We offer a convenient pick-up and drop-off car rental service from the Christchurch Domestic and International Airport terminals. Our RaD Car Hire location is just 5 minutes from the arrival terminal. Our Airport shuttle service is available from 7.30 am to 5.30 pm Monday to Friday, and 8.00 am to 5 pm on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays. An after-hours pick-up and drop-off service is available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day by prior arrangement. A $28 charge will apply.
Save even more and grab one of our incredible deals. Book your rental for longer to take advantage of a reduced daily rate! Make sure you hire a car in advance to avoid a price increase during NZ holiday periods.
We want you to make the most of your trip to NZ. Head to our booking page to check out the lowest prices possible for your car rental in Christchurch. Enter your pick-up date and branch to view our vehicle availability. Choose the type of car to suit your needs, and you’ll receive an instant quote.
All drivers must be over 18 years of age. You must hold either a full or restricted New Zealand, overseas or international licence to rent a car in Christchurch with us. Plus, you will need to select our Full No Risk Cover if you are hiring on a Restricted licence. Some conditions apply to hirer's under 25 and vehicle insurance options differ so please check with us at the time of booking.
With 23 branches country-wide, we help you pay less so that you can experience more in Christchurch City centre and beyond. Take advantage of our cheap car hire rates and incredible deals. Follow us on Facebook to stay up-to-date with our specials.
All vehicles in our Christchurch City and airport locations include car rental insurance in the quoted daily rate. We call this our “risk-taker cover” or “standard insurance cover.” We do not charge booking or credit card fees, all pricing includes GST, and we guarantee no hidden costs.
Yes! We have a range of vehicles fitted with tow bars and can offer bike racks with your car rental in Christchurch that are tow bar mounted. If you are a keen cyclist and have flown in with your bicycle, we can even arrange for you to leave your bike box with us, and we’ll keep it safe for you until you return.
Many of our clients return to explore the great outdoors of New Zealand’s South Island. From skiing, snowboarding, fishing the great rivers and lakes to just sitting under the autumn trees. Christchurch and the wonderful South Island promise a fantastic adventure for all visitors. Read our travel guides for tips and inspiration!
Self-driving holidays are one of the most relaxing ways to enjoy New Zealand's landscape. By renting a car from our Christchurch Airport location, you have the freedom to travel around NZ. We have 23 rental locations across the South and North Island. With our one-way hire options, you can drive from one end of the country to the other.
Hiring a car allows you to travel between towns and cities to take your time exploring the scenic NZ countryside. Stop at small country cafes, wineries and other points of interest, or simply pause to admire a view. New Zealand's tourist routes are of a high standard, with sealed and signposted main roads within the city centre and rural areas. Remember to drive your hire car on the left side of the road!
Are you heading to the South Island of New Zealand? Get in touchwith RaD Car Hire Christchurch Airport branch and book online now or phone our friendly staff. You'll enjoy a quality fleet backed by unbeatable value and customer service. We look forward to seeing you off on your next adventure!
The new Christchurch Airport Terminal
