Thrifty, Christchurch - Airport Car hire

Address
Pick-up
Drop-off
Opening Hours
Deposit
Accepted Cards
E-voucher
Age requirements
Driver's License Requirements
Additional Extras
Cross Border
Cross Islands
Distances to Landmarks

Thrifty - Christchurch - Airport Information, Car hire Instructions & Policies

Address

Christchurch Airport Terminal, Christchurch, 8545

Telephone

0064 27 808 6501

Pick-up Instructions

The Thrifty - Christchurch - Airport car hire location is in terminal

You can walk to the counter of Thrifty - Christchurch - Airport car hire.

The store is located in the airport area, please follow the Airport Guide to walk to the store for picking up the car.

Drop-off Instructions

Please check with the branch staff about the return location and time when you pick up the car.

Opening Hours

Days of Week	Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
Opening hours	00:00 -02:00 05:00 -00:00	00:00 -02:00 05:00 -00:00	00:00 -02:00 05:00 -00:00	00:00 -02:00 05:00 -00:00	00:00 -02:00 05:00 -00:00	00:00 -02:00 05:00 -00:00	00:00 -02:00 05:00 -00:00

Deposit

Deposits are depending on which car type your rental car falls into, and can be paid with credit cards (pre-authorization)

Representative Car Models	Deposit Amount(approx.)	Business Days Required for Refund
Applicable to all car types，incl. Compact，Suv，Economy，Mini and others. Pack up ^	USD300-5000	30-60

Accepted Cards

Credit cards issued by the following companies qualify a car hire from this store: Visa, Master

E-voucher

Yes. E-voucher is accepted. Show the digital voucher on your mobile instead of a print-out is good enough.

Age requirements

21 - 99 years old

Young Driver Fee applies at 21 - 24 years old with charge of NZD 17.5 per day approximately.

Driver's License Requirements

The main driver and any additional drivers will need to provide a physical full driving license in their name with no major endorsements. The license should be held for at least 1 year(s).

For foreign renters, you need to bring:

Original driving licence + NZTA Translation

The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA), a professional organization, certifies driver's license translations specifically intended for self-driving rental vehicles within the New Zealand. Free online NZTA for Japanese driver's license holders: https://www.qeeq.com/nzta-topic

Original driving licence + International Driving Permit (IDP)

Please note that an International Driving Permit (IDP) is only a translation. You must present your original driving licence together with the original IDP at the counter — photocopies or scanned copies are not accepted.

For local renters, you need to bring:

Full Driving License issued in New Zealand

Additional Extras

Extras Prices

Additional driver

Note that all drivers must provide their valid documentation.

NZD 5.5/day

GPS rental

Provided by the local stores. Usually, interface and voice are of the local language.

NZD 12.6/day

Infant car seat rental

Recommended for children weighing under 20 lbs /9kg (birth to approx. 1-12 months).

NZD 14.95/day

capped at NZD 59.8

Child car seat rental

Recommended for children weighing 20-40 lbs /9-18kg (approx. 1 - 3 years)‌

NZD 14.95/day

Child booster seat rental

Recommended for children weighing 40-80 lbs /18-36 kg

NZD 14.95/day

Cross Border

To be updated

Cross Islands

Conditional:

Towards any New Zealand islands, taking rental cars crossing islands is allowed with certain conditions.

Multi-island travel is still possible by making two separate bookings for the whole journey, one for each island. Single bookings that include rentals on both islands is no longer possible. STARTING ON ONE ISLAND, ENDING ON THE OTHER： Make your booking from where you plan to begin and end your journey. Please provide the details of when you plan to cross between the islands in the comments section of your booking including ferry date and time, without this information we are unable to guarantee a vehicle will be available for you. Book your ferry crossing early and check your rental agreement, if your cross-over date has changed call rental company 5 days before your ferry. If we are not advised of changes, we cannot guarantee a vehicle will be available. Vehicles must be returned to the original rental Island and we will charge a relocation fee of up to $1000 NZD + GST if this does not occur. The rental process remains the same if your rental involves travelling on both islands but starting and ending on the same. Please note you will be liable for the ferry cross over costs.

Ferry Transportation: Allowed

Thrifty allows you to bring the rental vehicle on the ferry. However ferry companies may charge you to bring a vehicle across Cook Strait.

Excess

Collision Damage Waiver Excess differs by car model:

NZD 4000-5000 for other car models.

NZD for Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid,Opel Astra,Kia Niro Hybrid,Nissan Qashqai,Cubic Metre Van,Volkswagen Caddy Maxi,Chevrolet Spark,Mystery Vehicle,Toyota Camry,Hyundai Elantra Se Or Similar,Toyota Kluger Hybrid,Skoda Kodiaq,Ford Mustang Gt,Volkswagen Multivan,Toyota Camry Hybrid,Peugeot 308, Hyundai I30 Automatic Or Similar,Toyota Rav4 Hybrid,Hyundai Creta,Kia Sportage,Cubic Metre Van,Toyota Prado,Ford Ranger-4wd,Kia Carnival,Polestar 2,Mystery Vehicle Commercial,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid,

NZD 5500 for Opel Astra,

NZD 5500 for Kia Niro Hybrid,

NZD 5900 for Nissan Qashqai,

NZD 6001 for Cubic Metre Van,

NZD 6001 for Volkswagen Caddy Maxi,

NZD 5500 for Chevrolet Spark,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Camry,

NZD for Hyundai Elantra Se Or Similar,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

NZD 6001 for Skoda Kodiaq,

NZD 7200 for Ford Mustang Gt,

NZD 6001 for Volkswagen Multivan,

NZD for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Peugeot 308, Hyundai I30 Automatic Or Similar,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Rav4 Hybrid,

NZD 5500 for Hyundai Creta,

NZD 5500 for Kia Sportage,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Prado,

NZD 6001 for Ford Ranger-4wd,

NZD 6001 for Kia Carnival,

NZD 6001 for Polestar 2,

NZD for Hertz Mystery Vehicle,

NZD 5900 for ,

NZD 6900 for ,

Theft Insurance Excess differs by car model:

NZD for Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid,

NZD for Opel Astra,

NZD for Kia Niro Hybrid,

NZD for Nissan Qashqai,

NZD for Cubic Metre Van,

NZD for Volkswagen Caddy Maxi,

NZD for Chevrolet Spark,

NZD for Toyota Camry,

NZD for Hyundai Elantra Se Or Similar,

NZD for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

NZD for Skoda Kodiaq,

NZD for Ford Mustang Gt,

NZD for Volkswagen Multivan,

NZD for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Peugeot 308, Hyundai I30 Automatic Or Similar,

NZD for Toyota Rav4 Hybrid,

NZD for Hyundai Creta,

NZD for Kia Sportage,

NZD for Toyota Prado,

NZD for Ford Ranger-4wd,

NZD for Kia Carnival,

NZD for Polestar 2,

NZD for Hertz Mystery Vehicle,

NZD 5900-7900 for other car models.

NZD 5900 for ,

NZD 6900 for ,

Third Party Liability Insurance Excess differs by car model:

NZD 5900-7900 for other car models.

NZD 5500 for Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid,

NZD 5500 for Opel Astra,

NZD 5500 for Kia Niro Hybrid,

NZD 5900 for Nissan Qashqai,

NZD 6001 for Cubic Metre Van,

NZD 6001 for Volkswagen Caddy Maxi,

NZD 5500 for Chevrolet Spark,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Camry,

NZD for Hyundai Elantra Se Or Similar,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

NZD 6001 for Skoda Kodiaq,

NZD 7200 for Ford Mustang Gt,

NZD 6001 for Volkswagen Multivan,

NZD for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Peugeot 308, Hyundai I30 Automatic Or Similar,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Rav4 Hybrid,

NZD 5500 for Hyundai Creta,

NZD 5500 for Kia Sportage,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Prado,

NZD 6001 for Ford Ranger-4wd,

NZD 6001 for Kia Carnival,

NZD 6001 for Polestar 2,

NZD for Hertz Mystery Vehicle,

Fuel Policy (what does it mean)

To be updated

Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks

Airports

0.2 km from Christchurch Airport

Hotels

1 km from Sudima Christchurch Airport

3.3 km from North South Holiday Park

9.3 km from Fino Hotel and Suites

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Map view of Thrifty Store Location

coordinates: -43.485298 172.534195

Guest Reviews

Total points： 10.0 / 10 Excellent

Vehicle condition: 0.0
Vehicle cleanliness: 0.0
Spaciousness: 0.0
Counter staff: 0.0
Pick-up location: 0.0
Drop-off location: 0.0
Pick-up time: 10-30 mins
Drop-off time: 10-30 mins

Roderick Crofts
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Upgraded to a 12-seater for free, more comfortable
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Darren Whit
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Very good.
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Laura Larkin
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Excellent service; they came to pick us up quickly with just a phone call. The car handover was very fast, the procedures were simple, and the efficiency was high. The instructions were clear, and the service was very meticulous.
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Where is the Car hire Store Location?

Christchurch Airport Terminal, Christchurch, 8545

What is the Telephone Number?

0064 27 808 6501

How to Pick up from Branch or Car Park & After Hours Pickup Must-know?

The Thrifty - Christchurch - Airport car hire location is in terminal

You can walk to the counter of Thrifty - Christchurch - Airport car hire.

The store is located in the airport area, please follow the Airport Guide to walk to the store for picking up the car.

How to Return The Rental Car, Car Park or Key Box & After Hours Return Instructions?

Please check with the branch staff about the return location and time when you pick up the car.

What are the Accepted Cards as Payment Methods for this Car hire Store?

Can I Pick up Rental Cars with a E-voucher?

Yes. E-voucher is accepted. Show the digital voucher on your mobile instead of a print-out is good enough.

What are the Driver Age Requirements for this Car hire Store?

21 - 99 years old

Young Driver Fee applies at 21 - 24 years old with charge of NZD 17.5 per day approximately.

What are the Driving Licence Requirements to Rent a Car from this Car hire Store?

The main driver and any additional drivers will need to provide a physical full driving license in their name with no major endorsements. The license should be held for at least 1 year(s).

For foreign renters, you need to bring:

Original driving licence + NZTA Translation
The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA), a professional organization, certifies driver's license translations specifically intended for self-driving rental vehicles within the New Zealand. Free online NZTA for Japanese driver's license holders: https://www.qeeq.com/nzta-topic

Original driving licence + International Driving Permit (IDP)
Please note that an International Driving Permit (IDP) is only a translation. You must present your original driving licence together with the original IDP at the counter — photocopies or scanned copies are not accepted.
For local renters, you need to bring:

Full Driving License issued in New Zealand

Additional Extras

Additional driver NZD 5.5/day
Note that all drivers must provide their valid documentation.
GPS rental NZD 12.6/day
Provided by the local stores. Usually, interface and voice are of the local language.
Infant car seat rental NZD 14.95/day
capped at NZD 59.8
Recommended for children weighing under 20 lbs /9kg (birth to approx. 1-12 months).
Child car seat rental NZD 14.95/day
Recommended for children weighing 20-40 lbs /9-18kg (approx. 1 - 3 years)‌
Child booster seat rental NZD 14.95/day
Recommended for children weighing 40-80 lbs /18-36 kg

What are the Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks from this Store?

Airports
0.2 km from Christchurch Airport
Hotels
1 km from Sudima Christchurch Airport
3.3 km from North South Holiday Park
9.3 km from Fino Hotel and Suites

Thrifty, Christchurch - Airport Car hire

Thrifty - Christchurch - Airport Information, Car hire Instructions & Policies

Address

Telephone

Pick-up Instructions

Drop-off Instructions

Opening Hours

Deposit

Accepted Cards

E-voucher

Age requirements

Driver's License Requirements

Additional Extras

Cross Border

Cross Islands

Conditional:

Excess

Fuel Policy (what does it mean)

Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks

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Where is the Car hire Store Location?

What is the Telephone Number?

How to Pick up from Branch or Car Park & After Hours Pickup Must-know?

How to Return The Rental Car, Car Park or Key Box & After Hours Return Instructions?

What are the Accepted Cards as Payment Methods for this Car hire Store?

Can I Pick up Rental Cars with a E-voucher?

What are the Driver Age Requirements for this Car hire Store?

What are the Driving Licence Requirements to Rent a Car from this Car hire Store?

For foreign renters, you need to bring:

For local renters, you need to bring:

Additional Extras

Additional driver NZD 5.5/day

GPS rental NZD 12.6/day

Infant car seat rental NZD 14.95/day

Child car seat rental NZD 14.95/day

Child booster seat rental NZD 14.95/day

What are the Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks from this Store?

Airports

Hotels