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Cheap Car Hire in Nanaimo

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Nanaimo car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Nanaimo. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 July 2025.

Most popular company

TURO

Price of petrol per litre

$1.80

Average price per day

$96

Cheapest price per day

$62

Cheapflights insights for Nanaimo car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Nanaimo, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Nanaimo?

To get the best deal on car hire in Nanaimo, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $67, which is about 50% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Nanaimo?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Nanaimo is Budget (rated 8.6/10 with 13 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.5/10 with 8 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Nanaimo?

Planning to hire a car in Nanaimo? November is the cheapest month, costing about $41 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $112. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$51

February

$49

March

$58

April

$69

May

$75

June

$86

July

$112

August

$112

September

$69

October

$49

November

$41

December

$49

Which car hire company has the most locations in Nanaimo?

Budget has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Nanaimo at 2.

Top hire agencies in Nanaimo

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Nanaimo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car hire companies in Nanaimo. Reviews were last updated on 10 July 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Nanaimo, including Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Budget

8.6
Very Good
13 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.5
Very Good
8 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.1

National

8.4
Very Good
13 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.0

Sunnycars

2 locations

Discount Car & Truck Rentals

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Nanaimo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Nanaimo?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $96/day when booking a car hire in Nanaimo. The absolute best deal a user found was for $62/day from Turo, booked on Jul. 6.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Nanaimo for a week from Turo?

    Turo is one of the top picks in Nanaimo. They can have you in a hire car for about $672 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Nanaimo?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Nanaimo for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Our recent data shows that Turo can potentially be 35% below the average car hire price in Nanaimo. Check prices and availability for Turo and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Nanaimo is on average $2,882 a month or $96 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Nanaimo car hire.

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