Dollar, Christchurch Airport Car hire

Best price car hire
Address
Pickup
Return
Opening Hours
Deposit
Accepted Cards
E-voucher
Age requirements
Driver's License Requirements
Additional Extras
Cross Border
Cross Islands
Distances to Landmarks

Dollar - Christchurch Airport Information, Car hire Instructions & Policies

Address

30 DUREY RD,CHRISTCHURCH,8053,NZ

Telephone

+64800243789 / +6433586730

Pick-up Instructions

The Dollar - Christchurch Airport car hire location is in terminal

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

The office located inside the terminal, near Door 7.

Drop-off Instructions

Please go along Durey Rd to the Rental return car park behind Novotel Hotel. Follow the Rental Cars signs. Google map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/e7JRvGnJ1DLqt8cz8

Opening Hours

Days of Week	Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
Opening hours	00:00 -01:00 07:00 -23:59	00:00 -01:00 07:00 -23:59	00:00 -01:00 07:00 -23:59	00:00 -01:00 07:00 -23:59	00:00 -01:00 07:00 -23:59	00:00 -01:00 07:00 -23:59	00:00 -01:00 07:00 -23:59

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

18 - 80 years old

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 with the original IDP at the counter.

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

capped at NZD 27.5

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

Child car seat rental

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

NZD 14.95/day

capped at NZD 59.8

Child booster seat rental

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

NZD 14.95/day

capped at NZD 59.8

Cross Border

To be updated

Cross Islands

Free of Charge:

Towards any New Zealand islands, taking rental cars is allowed and free of charge.

For rentals starting on one island and ending on the other, the below new process will apply. Two separate bookings will now be required Dollar has depots right on the main lnterislander Ferry terminal at Wellington and Picton. For rentals starting and ending on the same island, but travelling on both islands, please keep the same vehicle for the entire duration of the trip. Please keep in mind that the customer will need to pay for the vehicle on two ferry trips. A fee will be charged if the vehicle is not returned to the same island it was rented from. Hertz will assess a fee based on the actual cost of relocating the vehicle, up to a maximum of NZD$1,000, plus GST.

Ferry Transportation: Allowed

Dollar 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 for Hyundai Ioniq,Toyota Corolla,Toyota Cross Hybrid,Kona,R4 6 Cubic Metre Van,Volkswagen Caddy Maxi,Citroen C3,Mystery Vehicle,Toyota Camry Hybrid,Toyota Mark X,Toyota Kluger Hybrid,Volvo Xc60,Ford Mustang Gt,Description Not Available,Toyota Camry Hybrid,Renault Captur,Toyota C-hr,Nissan Xterra,Toyota Rav4,H4 8 Cubic Metre Van,Toyota Prado,U Ford Ranger,Mercedes V Class,Polestar 2,Mystery Vehicle Commercial,

NZD 5500-7200 for other car models.

NZD 5500 for Toyota Corolla,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Cross Hybrid,

NZD 5900 for Kona,

NZD 6001 for R4 6 Cubic Metre Van,

NZD 6001 for Volkswagen Caddy Maxi,

NZD 5500 for Citroen C3,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Toyota Mark X,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

NZD 6001 for Volvo Xc60,

NZD 7200 for Ford Mustang Gt,

NZD 6001 for Description Not Available,

NZD for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Renault Captur,

NZD 5500 for Toyota C-hr,

NZD 5500 for Nissan Xterra,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Rav4,

NZD 6001 for H4 8 Cubic Metre Van,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Prado,

NZD 6001 for U Ford Ranger,

NZD 6001 for Mercedes V Class,

NZD 6001 for Polestar 2,

NZD for Hertz Mystery Vehicle,

Theft Insurance Excess differs by car model:

NZD 5500-7200 for other car models.

NZD for Toyota Corolla,

NZD for Toyota Cross Hybrid,

NZD for Kona,

NZD for R4 6 Cubic Metre Van,

NZD for Volkswagen Caddy Maxi,

NZD for Citroen C3,

NZD for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Toyota Mark X,

NZD for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

NZD for Volvo Xc60,

NZD for Ford Mustang Gt,

NZD for Description Not Available,

NZD for Renault Captur,

NZD for Toyota C-hr,

NZD for Nissan Xterra,

NZD for Toyota Rav4,

NZD for H4 8 Cubic Metre Van,

NZD for Toyota Prado,

NZD for U Ford Ranger,

NZD for Mercedes V Class,

NZD for Polestar 2,

NZD for Hertz Mystery Vehicle,

Third Party Liability Insurance Excess differs by car model:

NZD 5500-7200 for other car models.

NZD 5500 for Toyota Corolla,

NZD 6001 for Polestar 2,

NZD 6001 for Mercedes V Class,

NZD 6001 for U Ford Ranger,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Prado,

NZD 6001 for H4 8 Cubic Metre Van,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Cross Hybrid,

NZD 5900 for Kona,

NZD 6001 for R4 6 Cubic Metre Van,

NZD 6001 for Volkswagen Caddy Maxi,

NZD 5500 for Citroen C3,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Rav4,

NZD 5500 for Nissan Xterra,

NZD 5500 for Toyota C-hr,

NZD 6001 for Description Not Available,

NZD 7200 for Ford Mustang Gt,

NZD 6001 for Volvo Xc60,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Renault Captur,

NZD for Toyota Mark X,

NZD for Hertz Mystery Vehicle,

Fuel Policy (what does it mean)

Full to Full

Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks

Airports

0.7 km from Christchurch Airport

Hotels

0.1 km from Sudima Christchurch Airport

2.9 km from North South Holiday Park

8.4 km from Fino Hotel and Suites

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coordinates: -43.489485 172.543875

Guest Reviews

Total points： 8.9 / 10 Very good

Vehicle condition: 1.3
Vehicle cleanliness: 1.6
Spaciousness: 1.6
Counter staff: 1.3
Pick-up location: 1.0
Drop-off location: 1.2
Pick-up time: 10-30 mins
Drop-off time: 0-10 mins

Anonymous
Christchurch
8.7 /10 Very good
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
Car was fine, no issues. Was a bit confused about drop off (picked up in Hertz spot but was a Dollar rental, not sure where to drop off but figured it out) However when we arrived home found I was charged and extra $25 for fuel. We filled it to full 1km from the airport and have photo proof that the gauge was full. Took about 40 minutes of calling and emailing to try to get this sorted. This was already charged to my credit card without any consultation with me. Still waiting for resolution.
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Kenny.Chen
Christchurch
8.7 /10 Very good
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
I have an issue. When I returned the car the tank is full and I received the confirmation with the on site employee and email. But after three days, we received bill for fuel charge! How to escalate this issue?
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Harvey Shorter
Christchurch
9 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
Excellent vehicle quality
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Frederic Gregory
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
Very satisfied
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Rory Walpole
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
Very satisfied
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Constance Antoinette
Christchurch
4 /10 Average
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
The service at the rental company was average. There were no Chinese-speaking staff, and the electronic contract was too quick to read on their tablet, with no printed version provided. The most crucial issue was that there were no staff present to inspect the car both at pickup and drop-off. We encountered unexplained charges after exchanging the car, and the company has yet to provide a reason for the charges. Be cautious when choosing this company!
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Ula Eisenhower
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
Very satisfied, much more streamlined than renting in China, very convenient. You get the key and pick up the car yourself from the parking lot; when returning the car, I happened to meet a staff member who was parking and told me it was Hertz's, so I could just hand over the key without going to the office. Seamless return.
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Dolores Samuel
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
Satisfied
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Omar Eipstein
Christchurch
2 /10 Poor
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
Poor vehicle condition
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Brian Clara
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
The service was okay, and they didn't push for insurance sales.
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Arlene Christopher
Christchurch
6 /10 Average
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
Good
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Eric Habakkuk
Christchurch
8 /10 Very good
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
Overall quite satisfied, just pushed the insurance.
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Theresa Needham
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
Very satisfied, the staff were patient and enthusiastic.
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Page Kitty
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
Pretty good, the instant return process was very surprising.
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Ivan Kent
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
Very good service, very nice, no long waiting time, everything was explained clearly.
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Wright Jasper
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
Convenient and fast! Staff are excellent.
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Aldrich Lloyd
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
Good
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Joan Hardy
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
Good
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Sarah Whyet
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
The bearded guy at reception was very nice.
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Rosalind Wilmot(t)
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
The staff are very nice, and the rental and return processes are convenient.
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Armand Church
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
The service was excellent, and the explanation was very thorough.
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Dylan Aldridge
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
Very satisfied.
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Horace Kennedy
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
Excellent
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Carol Bach
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
Very satisfied
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D.Ruan
Christchurch
7.7 /10 Good
Reviewed: Monday, April 14, 2025
The car was so so good, worthe the money. The qeeq customer service is really not too helpful, would rather they give me the contact info of dollar shop directly and contact them directly right after booking.
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