Airport Parking
At Christchurch International Airport there are many parking options available. Short Term (uncovered), Long Term (uncovered) and Premium (within the Multi-level Carpark Building) parks are available. Due to the construction of the new terminal, those using the Short Term Carpark for less than 30 minutes will park for free. The first 15 minutes in all other carparks is also free.
To find out the cost of parking view the table of fees below, or use the adjacent Parking Calculator.
Parking Fees
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| Short Term |
Fee |
| 0 - 30 minutes |
Free |
| 30 - 60 minutes |
$4.00 |
| 60 - 90 minutes |
$6.00 |
| 90 - 120 minutes |
$8.00 |
| Thereafter $4.00 per hour |
| Maximum Daily |
$20.00 |
| Maximum Weekly |
$100.00 |
| Long Term |
Fee |
| 0 - 15 minutes |
Free |
| 15 - 30 minutes |
$5.00 |
| 30 - 60 minutes |
$10.00 |
| 60 - 90 minutes |
$15.00 |
| 90 - 120 minutes |
$20.00 |
| Thereafter $10.00 per hour |
| Maximum Daily |
$25.00 |
| Maximum Weekly |
$75.00 |
| Premium |
Fee |
| 0 - 15 minutes |
Free |
| 15 - 30 minutes |
$4.00 |
| 30 - 60 minutes |
$6.00 |
| 60 - 90 minutes |
$9.00 |
| 90 - 120 minutes |
$12.00 |
| Thereafter $6.00 per hour |
| Maximum Daily |
$30.00 |
| Maximum Weekly |
$150.00 |
There have recently been changes to parking at the airport in preparation for the construction of the new terminal building. To plan your parking at the Airport take a look at the Parking Map.
How to use the parking system
1. On entering a carpark, the barrier machine will issue you with a Parking Pal ticket
2. Park vehicle and take ticket with you
3. Pay for your parking at a PAY TO GO station, before returning to your vehicle
4. Drive to exit and insert PAID Parking Pal ticket, the barrier arm will open for you
Rental Vehicles
If you are returning an Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Maui or Thrifty rental vehicle, then please do so to the rental area next to the Short Term Carpark. You can find contact information for these vehicle rental companies here. If you have a rental vehicle from another company, please contact them directly for more information.
Mobility Parks
Mobility parks are available in all carparks including the ground floor of the Multi-level Carpark Building.
Valet Parking
Valet parking is located within the Rental Vehicles Area. Valet parking is only available for specific Air New Zealand passengers. Contact Air New Zealand for more information.