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Avis, Christchurch Airport Car Rental

Avis 4000+ ratings, 49 reviews

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

8.3 / 10 Very good

Avis - Christchurch Airport Information, Car Rental Instructions & Policies

Address

Terminal Building, Christchurch, 8053, NEW ZEALAND

Telephone

+6433589661 / +6433589618

Pick-up Instructions

The Avis - Christchurch Airport car rental location is in terminal

You can walk to the counter of Avis - Christchurch Airport car rental.

Counter located on ground floor, opposite international arrivals. Near door 7. CARS: Located 2 mins from terminal. Exit through the main doors, turn right and cross the crossing to the car park.

Drop-off Instructions

RETURNS: Take Durey Rd past the back of the Novotel hotel, following the rental car park signs. Google map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/z4z2W4m864oWg4JM8 AFTER-HOURS RETURNS: Available 24/7. Key drop box on Avis Preferred both in car park.

Opening Hours

Days of WeekSundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
Opening hours
06:00 -23:59
00:00 -01:30
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06:00 -23:59
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06:00 -23:59
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06:00 -23:59
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06:00 -23:59
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06:00 -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 ModelsDeposit Amount(approx.)Business Days Required for Refund

Applicable to all car types，incl. Compact，Suv，Economy，Mini and others.

Pack up ^
USD300-500030-60

Accepted Cards

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

E-voucher

A print-out voucher is more accepted in this store.

Age requirements

21 - 80 years old

Young Driver Fee applies at 21 - 25 years old with charge of NZD 25 - 28.75 per day approximately.

Driver's License Requirements

The main driver and any additional drivers must provide a full physical driving licence with no major endorsements. The license should be held for at least 1-2 year(s).

For foreign renters, you need to bring:

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.

Original South Korea Driving Lisense (English version)

An English translation must be provided on the back of the driver's license.

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 Driver's License in Roman Alphabet

Original Driver's Licenses printed in Roman alphabet (such as English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, etc.) are acceptable for car rental without the need for an International Driving Permit (IDP). Driver's licenses printed in a non-Roman alphabet (such as Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Cyrillic, etc.) must be accompanied by an International Driving Permit.

For local renters, you need to bring:

Full driver's license issued in New Zealand

Additional Extras

To be updated

Cross Border

To be updated

Cross Islands

Conditional:

Towards any New Zealand islands, taking rental cars crossing islands is allowed with certain conditions.
The car should be taken on the ferry. Please book the vehicle onto the ferry (best to book this in advance).

Ferry Transportation: Allowed

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

Excess

To be updated

Fuel Policy (what does it mean)

Full to Full

Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks

Airports

0.2 mi from Christchurch Airport

Hotels

0.3 mi from Sudima Christchurch Airport

1.9 mi from North South Holiday Park

5.4 mi from Fino Hotel and Suites

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coordinates: -43.487956 172.540197

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Guest Reviews

Total points： 8.3 / 10 Very good

  • 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

  • Faithe Peggy

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Big company, great reputation!
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  • Suzanne Clarissa

    Christchurch

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

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  • Pandora Harte

    Christchurch

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    The vehicles are relatively new, and the staff's attitude is nice.
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  • Cyril Marcus

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Avis employees were very nice and helped explain all our questions! A very pleasant car rental experience!
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  • Newman Herbert

    Christchurch

    4 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

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  • Hardy Malachi

    Christchurch

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

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  • Kama Boswell

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    The car pickup process was very convenient, and the car itself was excellent.
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  • Zenobia Oscar

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    The front desk guy explained everything in detail and was very patient. The car condition was excellent.
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  • Dean Humphr(e)y

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Felt very professional
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  • Virginia Alerander

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Excellent service, patiently explained all the precautions to us.
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  • Guy Haywood

    Christchurch

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    The day I went, their computer was down. I booked a zero-deductible insurance through QEEQ, but they didn't register it! Overall, this issue took quite a while to resolve. QEEQ's service was excellent!
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  • Muriel Aldington

    Christchurch

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

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  • Bblythe Brooke

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    More affordable than Hertz
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  • John Bellamy

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    AVIS's service is user-friendly, convenient, and efficient, perfectly matching our expectations. Highly recommended and will be our top choice for future trips.
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  • Elsie Agnes

    Christchurch

    4 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

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  • Victor Forster

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    The counter staff patiently answered questions and provided a complete driving guide manual, which was very helpful!
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  • Omar Hazlitt

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Very convenient
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  • Jo Bessie

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Very good
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  • Afra Nichol(s)

    Christchurch

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

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  • Merry Lawson

    Christchurch

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

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  • Janet Bob

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Everything went smoothly, got the car within 10 minutes.
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  • Andre Isabel

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Had to wait for only one person
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  • Violet Trollpoe

    Christchurch

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

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  • Milo Ruth

    Christchurch

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

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  • Lennon Jimmy

    Christchurch

    6 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

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  • Candice Newman

    Christchurch

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

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  • James Whitman

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    The car rental location is easy to find, and the procedures are simple and efficient.
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  • Ingram Matthew

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Quite good
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  • Boris Robert

    Christchurch

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

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  • Malcolm Rutherford

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Picking up and returning the car was very convenient, and the vehicle was in excellent condition and very new.
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  • Godfery Wheatley

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Good
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  • Laurel Ellis

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Good
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  • Phoenix Barnard

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Very satisfied
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  • Miles Judson

    Christchurch

    4 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

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  • Jack Yeates

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    The staff were very friendly and carefully explained important details.
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  • Hannah Laurie

    Christchurch

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    You can't rent a car directly at the airport; you must book online.
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  • Megan Marjory

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Very good
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  • Kerwin Alice

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Simple procedures and reasonable prices.
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  • Sabina Michael

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Very good
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  • Cora Hume

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    The staff was very enthusiastic and helpful; they upgraded our car directly. We got an almost brand-new car.
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  • Taylor Cook(e)

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    The process is straightforward and clear. I added roadside assistance on-site, but there is an extra credit card fee in the total cost.
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  • Lilith Maria

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Very satisfied
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  • Vic Tobias

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Very satisfied. Compared to the service efficiency on the North Island, the South Island is much better. The North Island is quite unreliable.
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  • Lucy Sweet

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Service was satisfactory
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  • Glenn Morse

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    The car had only 5000km, it was very new. Pickup and dropoff were both at the airport, which was very convenient. The staff also recommended nearby supermarkets that open after 6pm. The service was excellent.
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  • Tiffany Emma

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Very satisfied, provided detailed explanations patiently
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  • Colbert Peacock

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    There was a minor issue with the car, but it was resolved quickly.
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  • Mignon Archibald

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Satisfied
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  • Michell Pullman

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Very satisfied!
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  • Virgil Ted

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Good
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  • Leo Tours

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Extremely satisfied. The service was quick and efficient.
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  • Emma Craigie

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Everything was great overall, the pick-up and drop-off were very quick.
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  • Oscar Evelina

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Very satisfied.
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  • Chloe Roland

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Satisfied
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  • Rory Walpole

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    The store is easy to find, and the car pickup process is quick.
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  • Mavis Eveline

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Easy pickup, car in good condition, no upselling.
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  • Warner Sassoon

    Christchurch

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Not bad.
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  • Lilith Maria

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Satisfied
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  • Ben Emily

    Christchurch

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    The car is in good condition, with 50,000 kilometers on it.
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  • Giles Geoffrey

    Christchurch

    4 /10 Average

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

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  • Bruno Reynolds

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Very satisfied
    Read More >

  • Marcia McCarthy

    Christchurch

    10 /10 Excellent

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    QEEQ's service is excellent.
    Read More >

  • Audrey Turner

    Christchurch

    2 /10 Poor

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

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  • Horace Kennedy

    Christchurch

    8 /10 Very good

    Reviewed: Sunday, September 21, 2025

    Good vehicle condition, quick and simple pick-up and drop-off procedures.
    Read More >

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What's the address of the rental location?

Terminal Building, Christchurch, 8053, NEW ZEALAND

What is the Telephone Number?

+6433589661/ +6433589618

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

The Avis - Christchurch Airport car rental location is in terminal

You can walk to the counter of Avis - Christchurch Airport car rental.

Counter located on ground floor, opposite international arrivals. Near door 7. CARS: Located 2 mins from terminal. Exit through the main doors, turn right and cross the crossing to the car park.

How to Return to the Store, Car Park or Key Box & After Hours Return Instructions?

RETURNS: Take Durey Rd past the back of the Novotel hotel, following the rental car park signs. Google map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/z4z2W4m864oWg4JM8 AFTER-HOURS RETURNS: Available 24/7. Key drop box on Avis Preferred both in car park.

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

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

A print-out voucher is more accepted in this store.

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

21 - 80 years old

Young Driver Fee applies at 21 - 25 years old with charge of NZD 25 - 28.75 per day approximately.

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

The main driver and any additional drivers must provide a full physical driving licence with no major endorsements. The license should be held for at least 1-2 year(s).

  • For foreign renters, you need to bring:

    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.

    Original South Korea Driving Lisense (English version)

    An English translation must be provided on the back of the driver's license.

    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 Driver's License in Roman Alphabet

    Original Driver's Licenses printed in Roman alphabet (such as English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, etc.) are acceptable for car rental without the need for an International Driving Permit (IDP). Driver's licenses printed in a non-Roman alphabet (such as Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Cyrillic, etc.) must be accompanied by an International Driving Permit.

  • For local renters, you need to bring:

    Full driver's license issued in New Zealand

Additional Extras

To be updated

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

  • Airports

    0.2 mi from Christchurch Airport

  • Hotels

    0.3 mi from Sudima Christchurch Airport

    1.9 mi from North South Holiday Park

    5.4 mi from Fino Hotel and Suites

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