SNAP, Christchurch Airport Car Rental

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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

SNAP - Christchurch Airport Information, Car Rental Instructions & Policies

Address

170 Orchard Rd, Harewood, Christchurch 8051, New Zealand,Christchurch,NZ-CAN,NZ

Telephone

+64 800288699

Pick-up Instructions

The SNAP - Christchurch Airport car rental location is located out of the airport

Please call 006492752438 or visit www.snaprentals.co.nz/pickup to arrange the shuttle service. Exit the building by the Jetstar check-in area and wait at the 'Rental Car Transfer Area'. A shuttle with 'Snap' on it will take you to the rental counter.

Drop-off Instructions

Please call 006492752438 or visit www.snaprentals.co.nz/pickup to arrange the shuttle service. Then, follow the signs for 'Car Rental Transfers' to the Domestic Terminal (Door 2). Wait outside by the row of bus shelters. A shuttle with 'Snap' on it will take you to the rental counter.

Opening Hours

Days of Week	Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
Opening hours	08:00 -17:00	08:00 -17:00	08:00 -17:00	08:00 -17:00	08:00 -17:00	08:00 -17:00	08:00 -17:00

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 rental 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 - 99 years old

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 2 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 driver's license issued in New Zealand

Additional Extras

Extras Prices

Additional driver

Note that all drivers must provide their valid documentation.

NZD 3/day

GPS rental

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

NZD 5/day

Infant car seat rental

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

To be confirmed

Child car seat rental

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

To be confirmed

Child booster seat rental

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

To be confirmed

Tire chains rental

Prices and inventory depend on local stores.

To be confirmed

Cross Border

To be updated

Cross Islands

Free of Charge:

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

Cars are allowed to board the ferry, but ferry tickets are the responsibility of the passengers themselves.

Ferry Transportation: Allowed

SNAP 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:

NZD 2000

Theft Insurance Excess:

NZD 2000

Third Party Liability Insurance Excess:

NZD 2000

Fuel Policy (what does it mean)

To be updated

Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks

Airports

1.3 mi from Christchurch Airport

Hotels

0.7 mi from North South Holiday Park

1.2 mi from Sudima Christchurch Airport

5.4 mi from Fino Hotel and Suites

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Map view of SNAP Store Location

coordinates: -43.47378 172.556731

Guest Reviews

Total points： 8.8 / 10 Very good

Vehicle condition: 7.0
Vehicle cleanliness: 7.0
Spaciousness: 9.0
Counter staff: 10.0
Pick-up location: 10.0
Drop-off location: 10.0
Pick-up time: 0-10 mins
Drop-off time: 0-10 mins

Anonymous
Christchurch
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Saturday, March 1, 2025
Excellent & fast
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Emma
Christchurch
7.7 /10 Good
Reviewed: Saturday, March 1, 2025
Car wasn’t in the best condition but we knew that would be the case given the lower price. Snap was easy to work with and got us checked out quickly. Would rent again.
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