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Cheap Car Hire in Nova Scotia from $43

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Nova Scotia with a pick-up date of 10/1 and drop-off date of 17/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Nova Scotia car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Nova Scotia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

$77

Cheapest price per day

$43

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Nova Scotia?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Nova Scotia and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

January

$61

February

$58

March

$61

April

$66

May

$82

June

$111

July

$144

August

$144

September

$92

October

$82

November

$61

December

$63

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Nova Scotia is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Nova Scotia

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Nova Scotia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

At $43/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Nova Scotia in the past week. Out of 100 car hire agencies operating in Nova Scotia, there are, in total, 2,671 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Passenger van

Passenger van

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Supplier choice saloon

Supplier choice saloon

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Nova Scotia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Nova Scotia to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Small cars

$61 - $213

All Car Types

$66 - $179

To hire a small car in Nova Scotia, you would pay an average price of $96/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Nova Scotia (~$61/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$213/day). In fact, January is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Nova Scotia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Nova Scotia, hiring a small car saves you 7% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Nova Scotia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Nova Scotia, you would pay an average price of $92/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Nova Scotia (~$51/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$134/day). In fact, April is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Nova Scotia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Nova Scotia, hiring a medium car saves you 11% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Nova Scotia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Nova Scotia, you would pay an average price of $108/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Nova Scotia (~$65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$252/day). In fact, December is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Nova Scotia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Nova Scotia, hiring a large car is 6% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Nova Scotia large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Nova Scotia, you would pay an average price of $110/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Nova Scotia (~$60/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$212/day). In fact, December is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Nova Scotia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Nova Scotia, hiring a SUV is 7% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Nova Scotia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Nova Scotia, you would pay an average price of $86/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a van in Nova Scotia (~$85/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$296/day). In fact, October is about 2% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Nova Scotia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Nova Scotia, hiring a van saves you 17% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Toyota Yaris$43/day
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Toyota Yaris
Hyundai i30$47/day
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Hyundai i30
Skoda Fabia$48/day
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Skoda Fabia

Top hire agencies in Nova Scotia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Nova Scotia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Nova Scotia. Reviews were last updated on 19 December 2024.

Budget

8.8
Very Good
45 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.1

Avis

8.5
Very Good
28 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

7.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.5
Very Good
28 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.1

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.4

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

7.7

Dollar

7.6
Good
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

8.3

Thrifty

7.4
Good
23 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

6.8

Hertz

6.6
Okay
19 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.5

National

2.0
Poor
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Best Nova Scotia car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Nova Scotia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Nova Scotia with an average daily rate of $77. Data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Toyota Yaris$43/day
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Toyota Yaris
Hyundai i30$47/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i30
Skoda Fabia$48/day
2
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A/C
Skoda Fabia

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Nova Scotia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Nova Scotia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $77/day when booking a car hire in Nova Scotia. The absolute best deal a user found was for $67/day from Hertz, booked on Dec. 16.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Nova Scotia?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, FlexWays (10.0 rating), Yoyo Auto (10.0 rating) and U-Save (8.6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Nova Scotia.

  • What are petrol prices like in Nova Scotia?

    The average price of petrol in Nova Scotia is $1.97/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $89 and $128 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Nova Scotia for a week from Avis?

    Avis is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Nova Scotia. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $551 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Nova Scotia for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 25% on a hire car in Nova Scotia. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Nova Scotia?

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Nova Scotia it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Nova Scotia for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car hire in Nova Scotia can be found for $2,359. You can find car hire deals to be on average $79 a day.

Luxury car hires in Nova Scotia

Find luxury car hire deals in Nova Scotia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Nova Scotia cost an average of $112 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$112/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class$113/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car hires by fuel type in Nova Scotia

Browse car hires by fuel type in Nova Scotia. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Nova Scotia. Deals were last updated on 19 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Nova Scotia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($28+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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