Cheap Parking at Christchurch Airport | Top 3

With more than six million passengers travelling through Christchurch Airport every year, parking bays are limited, especially when you're searching for the cheapest one.

To help you secure the best Christchurch Airport parking deal, we’ve compiled our top three cheapest options for Christchurch Airport parking:

^{Rates may change without notice, but were accurate at publication. Shown rates include drive-up rates, which will differ from online rates at the time of booking. Compare car parks above or check Christchurch Airport's official website for the latest rates.}

To learn more about the car parks listed above, click on their names or scroll down for brief reviews.

Each parking provider page offers details on opening hours, ratings, transfer times, shuttle pick-up points, and customer reviews for a transparent view of the car park's service.

Ready to book? Get a quick quote for cheap parking at Christchurch Airport by entering your travel dates in the search bar above. Booking online is easy and takes under 3 minutes.

1.) Park and Ride Christchurch ($167.00 for 1 Week)

Currently, Park and Ride Christchurch is the cheapest parking at Christchurch Airport, within a 10-minute ride away from the terminal.

This car park does have a complimentary electric shuttle bus to take passengers to the airport terminals every 10 minutes on the hour, and from the terminals back to the car park every 5 minutes past the hour. 

• Hours: 24/7
• Service: Shuttle
• Distance to Airport: 10 min shuttle

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2) Orchard Road Car Park ($217.00 for 1 Week)

The Orchard Road Car Park is the 2nd cheapest parking option at Christchurch Airport.

Open 24/7, this car park is located just a 7-minute walk from the airport and features 24/7 CCTV, EV charging stations (provided you bring your own cable), automated entry and exit barriers, and designated mobility parks.

Both online and drive-up bookings are available; however, construction is currently underway, resulting in limited parking bays.

• Hours: 24/7
• Service: Walk
• Distance to Airport: 7 min walk

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3.) Long-Stay Car Park ($228.00 for 1 Week)

The Long Stay Car Park is the 3rd cheapest option for parking at Christchurch Airport, providing a cost-effective. 24/7 parking option, just a 5-minute walk from the terminal.

Featuring uncovered parking, a license plate recognition system for easy entry and exit, and eight designated mobility parks, it offers everything in a long-term parking experience.

• Hours: 24/7
• Service: Walking Distance
• Distance to Airport: 5 min walk

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Tips for Booking Cheap Airport Parking at Christchurch 

1. Book in Advance: To find the best rates, make your reservation as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as the date of travel approaches; booking ahead will save you money.
2. Compare Prices Online: Use online comparison tools like ParkMundo (formerly Parkhero) to compare rates from different car parks before booking.
3. Consider Off-Site Parking: Consider off-site, private parking options, which often provide cheaper rates than on-site airport parking. 
4. Look for Promotions and Discounts: Check for any ongoing promotions, discount codes, or loyalty programs offered by Christchurch Airport and other parking providers by subscribing to their emails. As annoying as the emails can be, many offer deals that can significantly reduce your parking costs.
5. Evaluate your Parking Flexibility: If your travel dates are flexible, consider adjusting them slightly to take advantage of lower rates or special deals during off-peak times.

^{The prices listed in this article are valid for one week (7 - 8 days) or two weeks (16 days) stays in September 2025. Please note that while we have made every attempt to report on Christchurch Airport car parking rates accurately, prices do fluctuate based on factors such as capacity, how long you intend on parking for and service type. All prices for New Zealand car parks are shown in New Zealand Dollars ($NZ).}