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AutoUnion Car Rental Categories

Search for the location of your preference in New Zealand to make car rental comparisons of vehicle categories offered by AutoUnion Car Rental. With cars starting from a seating capacity of 2–3 or 4–5 seats, and SUV & van rentals from 7–8 seats, to up to 12 seats, we have it all.

Suzuki Swift

Mini

Suzuki Swift or Similar
Seats: 5 Doors: 5 Large bags: X2 Fuel: Petrol
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Toyota Yaris

Economy

Toyota Yaris or Similar
Seats: 5 Doors: 5 Large bags: X3 Fuel: Petrol
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Mazda Demio

Compact

Mazda Demio or Similar
Seats: 5 Doors: 4 Large bags: X3 Fuel: Petrol
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Toyota Prius

Standard

Toyota Prius or Similar
Seats: 5 Doors: 5 Large bags: X3 Fuel: Hybrid
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Toyota Camry

Fullsize

Toyota Camry or Similar
Seats: 5 Doors: 5 Large bags: X2 Fuel: Petrol
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Toyota HiAce

Van/Minivan

Toyota HiAce or Similar
Seats: 12 Doors: 5 Large bags: X4 Fuel: Diesel
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Toyota RAV4

SUV

Toyota RAV4 or Similar
Seats: 5 Doors: 5 Large bags: X4 Fuel: Petrol
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Polestar 2

Luxury

Polestar 2 or Similar
Seats: 5 Doors: 5 Large bags: X2 Fuel: Electric
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Pick-up points

AutoUnion Car Rental Locations in Christchurch Airport

AutoUnion desk and depot we list across 1 location page. Use the map for directions; your exact pick-up point is confirmed on your Rental Confirmation Voucher.

LocationAddress
Christchurch AirportRussley Road 264 Airpark Canterbury Avonhead 8042

AutoUnion Car Rental Car Rental NZ - Customer Reviews

Read about the car rental experiences of our customers and make your own choice.

Overall Rating: 8.6/10
  • Star
Good

Smooth Experience

Booked with them and had a smooth experience from booking to dropping the car.

Easy to Book

Easy website to find the car for my needs and with the best rates.

Found the Best Car

Variety of cars with AutoUnion is pretty good and I picked up my SUV from the airport. The car was clean and in good condition.

Quick Booking

Simple interface and easy to navigate. Booked a car within minutes.

Auto Union Car Rental Company

Overview

If you are looking for the most affordable rental cars at Christchurch Airport then AutoUnion can be an ideal choice as they have a wide fleet of vehicles with best value rates. You can choose from a mini or compact car for 4-5 passengers to a more spacious and powerful SUV.

AutoUnion is among the top car rental companies at Christchurch Airport. The reason behind their popularity are the benefits that they provide their customers. You can book a long-term rental or one-way hire on unlimited kilometres and there will be 24×7 customer support at your service. Book now from our website to avail all these benefits and much more from AutoUnion car rental.

AutoUnion Car Rental Location at Christchurch Airport (CHC)

AutoUnion makes the pick-up fairly easy from CHC. A free shuttle service by AutoUnion at Christchurch Airport is available, which will take you to their rental office which is nearby the airport terminal.

Location Address Car rental return at CHC
Christchurch Airport (CHC) Russley Road 264 Airpark Canterbury Avonhead 8042, New Zealand Check Rental Terms or Rental Voucher carefully for all the info about return.

Why Book a AutoUnion Car Rental Car Rental With Us?

  • Low Cost Rentals

    Our relatively low prices enable customers to find and book a car of their choice at a cheap price.

  • 24/7 Customer Support

    With our round-the-clock customer support, we help you resolve any AutoUnion Car Rental Car Rental related queries.

  • Multiple Category Choices

    You can compare from economy to luxury car hires or even van rentals in Christchurch Airport, New Zealand.

Other Car Rental Companies at Christchurch Airport

Compare prices among the best car rental companies in New Zealand, and book your ideal Christchurch Airport car hire deal after a thorough cost comparison. Take some insights from the individual supplier pages outlined below to make an informed choice.

One Way Car Rental at Christchurch Airport

New Zealand is a naturally beautiful country with a breathtaking landscape. There are various scenic road trips that you can take from AutoUnion Car Rental. With us you can book a cheap car rental for your one-way road trip from AutoUnion Car Rental and rejoice in the beauty of a one-of-a-kind experience.

Most Popular Car Rental Types at Christchurch Airport

For all your Christchurch Airport car hire needs we provide solutions for a varied trip types. Make a choice from below mentioned rental solutions suitable for both corporate and leisure travelers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, AutoUnion allows one-way travel between most cities (although on the same island), with Christchurch Airport being one of them. You can pick up the rented car from one branch and return it to another by paying a small one-way fee. Select the ‘Different Drop-off Location?’ option, then choose your pick-up and drop-off locations. Add your reservation details in the booking widget to check availability and browse one-way deals for your preferred route.

Yes, AutoUnion offers the most competitive prices for the widest fleet of luxury, elite and exotic car rentals at Christchurch Airport, New Zealand. While browsing deals simply select the AutoUnion and ‘luxury/premium’ filters to choose from customized results. Alternatively, you can also reach out to our customer support team to book an offline luxury car hire at Christchurch Airport with your preferred provider.

The minimum and maximum age requirements to rent a car at Christchurch Airport from AutoUnion varies based on the chosen vehicle category. In most cases, the AutoUnion permits drivers aged 21 and under 75 to hire a car at Christchurch Airport. However, a young/senior driver surcharge will be applicable for both the primary and additional drivers (payable at the desk in the local currency). Carefully review AutoUnion terms and condition by referring to the Rental Terms section for precise information regarding the age policy.

Yes, you can cancel or modify your AutoUnion booking with us. Head to the ‘Manage Booking’ section, log in with your registered email and reservation number to proceed further. Cancellations made at least 48 hours before pick-up are free of charge with us.

AutoUnion's car rental deals for Christchurch Airport include basic coverage such as collision damage waiver and theft protection. The insurance benefits may vary across different car categories, so be sure to check the list of coverages offered by referring to the terms and conditions section.

Adding an additional driver to your Christchurch Airport car hire deal is fairly straightforward. While browsing deals from AutoUnion on our platform, select the most suitable deal based on your preferences, and as you are directed to the booking page, scroll down to see the list of optional Extras and review the price for ‘Additional Driver’ and select the quantity as per your requirements. Following that, the price for the additional driver will be added to the final rental price, and you will be required to pay the same at the rental desk.

All foreign renters must provide a valid passport (valid for at least six months) and a valid driver's license with no major endorsements at the time of pickup. If the driving license is written in a language other than English, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is also required. It's important to note that copies or any paper substitutes of the driving license will not be accepted. For more precise information regarding the driving license required for vehicle collection, you can refer to the terms and conditions section.

The most common fuel policy for AutoUnion at Christchurch Airport is ‘Full to Full’, which means that the vehicle will be given to you with a full tank of fuel and you will have to return it with a full tank as well (to avoid refueling charges). The fuel policy may change without prior notice in rare instances; therefore, it's best to confirm this by referring to the supplier-specific terms and conditions.

It is fairly easy to book a long term car rental at Christchurch Airport from AutoUnion. Simply add the details of your itinerary, such as the pick-up location and dates, in the booking and select AutoUnion from filter tool to choose from personalised deals. Long term car hire deals are available for flexible durations like several weeks, months, etc, depending on availability from AutoUnion.

Factors like car category, length of rental, applicable waivers and fees, etc influence the security deposit for AutoUnion, which typically ranges from NZD 500 to NZD 2,000. You can check the deposit amount for your preferred deal by referring to supplier-specific terms and conditions.

AutoUnion Car Rental at a glance

Updated 19 Nov 2025
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