Thrifty, Christchurch Airport Car hire

Address
Pick-up
Drop-off
Opening Hours
Deposit policy
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 Christchurch Airport Airport Desk

Telephone

+6433531940

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 car rental counter is located on the first floor of the airport Please walk to the store following the "Car Rental" sign.

Drop-off Instructions

Usually, you can see the sign of "Car Return" alongside the road as you drive back to the parking lot. Follow the instructions and drive your car to designated parking lot and drop off your car.Then, you can walk back to airport.

Opening Hours

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Deposit policy

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

To be updated

Cross Border

To be updated

Cross Islands

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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 Ford Focus Auto, Hybrid,Fiat 600,Toyota Cross Hybrid,Seat Arona,Cubic Metre Van,Renault Trafic,Toyota Yaris,Mystery Vehicle,Toyota Camry Hybrid,Bmw 3 Series,Toyota Kluger Hybrid,Volvo Xc60,Description Not Available,Peugeot 5008,Toyota Camry Hybrid,Toyota Corolla,Vauxhall Grandland X,Peugeot 3008,Kia Sportage,Renault Master,Bmw X3 4x4--4wd,Ford Ranger-4wd,Hiace 12 Seats,Tesla Model 3,Mystery Vehicle Commercial,

NZD 5500 for Ford Focus Auto, Hybrid,

NZD 5500 for Fiat 600,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Cross Hybrid,

NZD 5900 for Seat Arona,

NZD 6001 for Cubic Metre Van,

NZD 6001 for Renault Trafic,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Yaris,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Bmw 3 Series,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

NZD 6001 for Volvo Xc60,

NZD 7200 for Description Not Available,

NZD 6001 for Peugeot 5008,

NZD for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Toyota Corolla,

NZD 5500 for Vauxhall Grandland X,

NZD 5500 for Peugeot 3008,

NZD 5500 for Kia Sportage,

NZD 6001 for Renault Master,

NZD 6001 for Bmw X3 4x4--4wd,

NZD 6001 for Ford Ranger-4wd,

NZD 6001 for Hiace 12 Seats,

NZD 6001 for Tesla Model 3,

NZD for Hertz Mystery Vehicle,

NZD 5900 for ,

NZD 6900 for ,

Theft Insurance Excess differs by car model:

NZD for Ford Focus Auto, Hybrid,

NZD for Fiat 600,

NZD for Toyota Cross Hybrid,

NZD for Seat Arona,

NZD for Cubic Metre Van,

NZD for Renault Trafic,

NZD for Toyota Yaris,

NZD for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Bmw 3 Series,

NZD for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

NZD for Volvo Xc60,

NZD for Description Not Available,

NZD for Peugeot 5008,

NZD for Toyota Corolla,

NZD for Vauxhall Grandland X,

NZD for Peugeot 3008,

NZD for Kia Sportage,

NZD for Renault Master,

NZD for Bmw X3 4x4--4wd,

NZD for Ford Ranger-4wd,

NZD for Hiace 12 Seats,

NZD for Tesla Model 3,

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 Ford Focus Auto, Hybrid,

NZD 5500 for Fiat 600,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Cross Hybrid,

NZD 5900 for Seat Arona,

NZD 6001 for Cubic Metre Van,

NZD 6001 for Renault Trafic,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Yaris,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Bmw 3 Series,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

NZD 6001 for Volvo Xc60,

NZD 7200 for Description Not Available,

NZD 6001 for Peugeot 5008,

NZD for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Toyota Corolla,

NZD 5500 for Vauxhall Grandland X,

NZD 5500 for Peugeot 3008,

NZD 5500 for Kia Sportage,

NZD 6001 for Renault Master,

NZD 6001 for Bmw X3 4x4--4wd,

NZD 6001 for Ford Ranger-4wd,

NZD 6001 for Hiace 12 Seats,

NZD 6001 for Tesla Model 3,

NZD for Hertz Mystery Vehicle,

Fuel Policy (what does it mean)

To be updated

Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks

Airports

9673.6 km from Christchurch Airport

Hotels

9668.2 km from The Meadows Villa

9671.9 km from North South Holiday Park

9674 km from Sudima Christchurch Airport

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Map view of Thrifty Store Location

coordinates: 43.486227 172.53687

Location Images

Thrifty-Christchurch Airport-46176-store

The Rental Desk

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

Erin Cissie
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Friday, March 27, 2026
Very convenient! The car is very new.
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Alva Arabella
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Friday, March 27, 2026
It's rare to find a 12-seater van, but I managed to rent one in Sydney; however, its condition was not good. The vehicle from this company was in great condition, almost new, very comfortable to drive, and the price was fair with no hidden charges. The staff were friendly, and returning the car was easy and convenient. For anyone renting a car, vehicle condition, cost-effectiveness, and ease of picking up and returning the car are crucial factors for a self-drive tour. Therefore, I highly recommend this company!
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Where is the Car hire Store Location?

Christchurch Airport Christchurch Airport Airport Desk

What is the Telephone Number?

+6433531940

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 car rental counter is located on the first floor of the airport Please walk to the store following the "Car Rental" sign.

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?

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

To be updated

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

Airports
9673.6 km from Christchurch Airport
Hotels
9668.2 km from The Meadows Villa
9671.9 km from North South Holiday Park
9674 km from Sudima Christchurch Airport

Thrifty, Christchurch Airport Car hire

Thrifty - Christchurch Airport Information, Car hire Instructions & Policies

Address

Telephone

Pick-up Instructions

Drop-off Instructions

Opening Hours

Deposit policy

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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Location Images

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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

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

Airports

Hotels