Title: Car Rental Lyttelton - Expedia.com [Lyttelton Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Christchurch-Lyttelton.dx6024079)[Hotels in Lyttelton](https://expedia.com/Lyttelton-Christchurch-Hotels.0-n6024079-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Christchurch](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Christchurch.d179996.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Christchurch](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Christchurch.d179996.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Lyttelton Vacations](https://expedia.com/Lyttelton.d6024079.Destination-Travel-Guides) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024079/c82de987-e635-4bd1-b35c-43bd166a93c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=300&q=medium) # Car Rental Lyttelton ## Search and Compare from Car Companies in Lyttelton ## Featured car rental suppliers Compare from agencies ![car suppliers logo](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/02/16/car-suppliers-logo-desktop.jpg) - ![protection illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__protection.svg) ### Change your mind Penalty-free cancellation on many/select car rentals - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save 10% or more on over 1 million car rentals [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) - ![package illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__package.svg) ### Shop smart Compare car suppliers and package your flight, hotel, and car to save ## Top Car Deals in Lyttelton \* Price found within the past 6 days. 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Renowned tourist attractions like Ashburton Domain should be at the top of your list here. > - Why not check out everything on offer in Lake Tekapo too? Notable attractions in this vibrant city include Tekapo Springs. Lake Tekapo is roughly 120 miles from Lyttelton. > - Make your way to St. Clair Beach to discover some local nature. Pack a picnic to enjoy or just relax in the fresh air. From Lyttelton, it's roughly 190 miles away. ### How do I find the best car rental deals in Lyttelton with Expedia? ### How old do you have to be to rent a car in Lyttelton? ### What do you need to rent a car in Lyttelton? ### What side of the road do you drive on in Lyttelton? ### What is the cheapest car rental in Lyttelton? ### Can I rent a car for a month or longer in Lyttelton? ### Where can I find a Lyttelton car rental if I am younger than 25? ### What insurance should I choose for my car rental in Lyttelton? ### Can I drive in Lyttelton with my current driver's license? > - Age restrictions: You'll need to be at least 25 in many countries to rent a car. If you're younger, it may still be possible to rent a car but you'll have to pay a Young Driver's Surcharge. Additional restrictions may also apply to what kinds of cars you can rent. > - Driving limitations: Be sure to read the rules and regulations before you drive off the lot. With rental cars, you usually can't cross country borders, drive on ferries or on off-road areas with a rental vehicle. ## Car Rental Information | Popular car types | [SUV](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/car-rental/suv?rfrr=car.table.SUV), [Full Size](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/car-rental/fullsize?rfrr=car.table.FullSize), [Economy](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/car-rental/economy?rfrr=car.table.Economy) | | ------------------------------------------------ | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Car suppliers available | | | Our best deal of the day | | | Our second best deal of the day | | | Our third best deal of the day | | | From the airport to your hotel | [Airport Transportation](https://www.expedia.com/ground-transfers?rfrr=car.table.AirportTransportation) | | From popular domestic and international airports | [Airport Car Rentals](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/car-rental/airport) | ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - 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