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| 🚘 | Number of car parks available | 5 |
| ✔️ | Best rated | Long Stay Car Park |
| 💰 | Cheapest option | Park & Ride |
| 📏 | Closest to the airport | Express Park |
There are numerous parking options at Christchurch Airport, from the premium Express Park right next to the terminal to the economy park-and-ride option.
We’ve found that most Parkhero travellers choose a car park based on price, location, security features, and rating.
If you’re still deciding which car park is right for you, consider how close you want to be to the terminal building and your overall budget.
As a general rule of thumb, you will have to pay a little extra for undercover parking and the closer a car park is to the airport, the more expensive its rates will be.
Usually called shuttle parking or ‘park and ride,’ this type of Christchurch car parking is one of the most economical ways to park your car when departing from the airport.
These car parks are situated further from the terminals and offer more competitive rates than those within walking distance of the terminals.
To make up for the extra distance, the park and ride options provide complimentary shuttle bus services in both directions.
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The Park and Ride Christchurch facility is a 10-minute shuttle ride from the terminal and is open 24/7.
This car park offers shuttle transfers every 30 minutes, 24/7, except for between 1:45 a.m. - 2:15 a.m., when it does not run.
Due to the scheduled shuttle timetable, we recommend arriving at the car park at least 30 minutes before you need to be at the check-in desks.
Christchurch Airport owns and maintains four on-site car parks within a 1 - 7 minute walk of the terminal: the Express Car Park, Short Stay Car Park, Long Stay Car Park, and Orchard Road Car Park.
Whether you’re completing a quick pick-up or drop-off or after long-stay parking, there will be an option to suit your needs.
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As an uncovered parking option only a 7-minute walk away from the airport terminals, the Orchard Road Car Park offers some of the lowest Christchurch Airport parking rates.
Along your way to the airport, you can find signage and a footpath guiding you to the terminals.
With 30 minutes of free parking, the Orchard Road Car Park is ideal for pick-ups and drop-offs when parking at the airport.
Electric vehicle charging is available at this car park, however, you must have your cables.
True to its name, the Long-Stay Car Park is tailored for parking of 3 days or more.
This facility offers uncovered parking and is conveniently located a 5-minute walk from the terminal.
The Long-Stay Car Park features dedicated mobility and parent bays for added convenience.
The Short Stay Car Park is perfect for travellers looking for uncovered parking for stays of 3 days or less.
Located a 3-minute walk from the terminal via a sheltered walkway, the Short Stay car park offers dedicated mobility and family-sized bays, making it a convenient and reasonably priced option for a few hours to a few days.
Designed for parking of a few hours, the Express Car Park, is a 1-minute walk from the terminal.
Your vehicle will be securely parked in a multi-level facility with available bays on levels 1, 2, and 3, ensuring quick access.
Please note that the ground floor is dedicated exclusively to passengers being picked up or dropped off.
Unfortunately, as of 2023, Craddocks Car Storage Christchurch has permantely closed.
Valet parking allows you to experience the convenience of dropping your car off right at the terminal and collecting it again from the same location once you land.
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Currently, there are no Christchurch Airport valet car parks available to be booked.
Finding cheap parking at Christchurch Airport depends on various factors such as the season, advanced booking, type of service, and whether you choose an on-site or off-site provider.
Generally, booking during the off-season (May - June) offers travellers more affordable rates as demand isn’t as high as in the peak travel season.
Pre-booking online, whether during peak season or off-season, can save you up to 40% compared to incurring drive-up rates on the day of your departure.
To view an updated list of cheap airport parking at Christchurch, see below for a list of car parks ranked from least expensive to most.
Parking rates at Christchurch Airport vary based on proximity to the terminal, whether you prefer covered or open-air parking, and the length of your stay.
Rates for open-air parking, like at the Park and Ride Car Park, start at $165.00 per week, with a 10-minute shuttle transfer to the terminal.
For car parks within walking distance, prices range from $217.00 to $315.00 per week.
The Orchard Road Car Park offers the best value at $217.00, with just a 7-minute walk to the terminal.
The Express Car Park, only a 1-minute walk from the terminal, is the most expensive at $317.00 per week.
For an exact quote for your trip, enter your travel dates in the search bar above. You can also compare prices using the table below.
$167.00 | Shuttle: 10 min |
$217.00 | Walk: 7 min |
$228.00 | Walk: 5 min |
$248.00 | Walk: 3 min |
$315.00 | Walk: 1 min |
Rates may change without notice, but were accurate at publication in April 2025. Shown rates include online and drive-up options, which may vary at booking. Compare car parks above or check Christchurch Airport's official website for the latest rates.
Planning to park at Christchurch Airport for a short time?
Whether you're staying 15 minutes or a few hours, here are the best options for short-stay parking:
1. Wait Zone:
For a quick, free option, head to the Wait Zone, located 500 meters from the terminal.
There's no time limit here, but with only 60 bays, it can fill up quickly during peak times or when multiple flights are landing.
2. Short-Stay Car Park:
Located just a 3-minute walk from the terminal, the Short-Stay Car Park is ideal for terminal access within walking distance.
Rates start at $34 for 3-4 hours, $86 for 1-2 days, $144 for 3-4 days, and $26 per day after that.
For stays longer than 3-4 days, or even a few hours, consider the Long Stay Car Park for better rates on extended parking.
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While we’ve made every attempt to report on Christchurch Airport car parking rates accurately, prices are subject to change but were accurate at the time of publication for stays of 1 week (7-8 days). Please note that it is not possible to book at the official Christchurch Airport car parks with Parkhero. We instead offer a range of alternative car parking options from private service providers. All prices for New Zealand car parks are shown in New Zealand Dollars ($NZ).
