Nanaimo

Cheap Car Hire in Nanaimo

Nanaimo, BC, Canada
2 May — 9 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Nanaimo, BC, Canada
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Nanaimo car hires in 2024

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 25 April 2024.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of petrol per litre

$2.12

Average price per day

$100

Cheapest price per day

$47

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Nanaimo?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Nanaimo 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 25 April 2024.

January

$66

February

$61

March

$64

April

$75

May

$93

June

$101

July

$125

August

$118

September

$105

October

$70

November

$56

December

$55

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Nanaimo is December. 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.

Compare available car types for hire in Nanaimo

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Nanaimo to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Small cars

$48 - $387

All Car Types

$46 - $215

To hire a small car in Nanaimo, Canada, you would pay an average price of $99/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Nanaimo, Canada (~$48/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$387/day). In fact, November is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Nanaimo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Nanaimo, hiring a small car saves you 22% 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.

To hire a medium car in Nanaimo, Canada, you would pay an average price of $97/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Nanaimo, Canada (~$45/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$157/day). In fact, November is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Nanaimo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Nanaimo, hiring a medium car saves you 23% 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.

To hire a large car in Nanaimo, Canada, you would pay an average price of $86/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Nanaimo, Canada (~$72/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$215/day). In fact, March is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Nanaimo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Nanaimo, hiring a large car saves you 31% 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.

To hire a SUV in Nanaimo, Canada, you would pay an average price of $106/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Nanaimo, Canada (~$84/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$248/day). In fact, September is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Nanaimo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Nanaimo, hiring a SUV saves you 16% 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.

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 25 April 2024.
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

9.0
Wonderful
13 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.9

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
16 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

7.9

National

8.0
Very Good
14 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.6

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 25 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Nanaimo?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $100/day when booking a car hire in Nanaimo. The absolute best deal a user found was for $47/day from Budget, booked on Apr. 21.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Budget (9.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.4 rating) and National (8.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Nanaimo.

  • What are petrol prices like in Nanaimo?

    The average price of petrol in Nanaimo is $2.12/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $95 and $138 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Budget is one of the top picks in Nanaimo. They can have you in a hire car for about $698 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 54% on a hire car in Nanaimo. 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 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 Budget can potentially be 53% below the average car hire price in Nanaimo. Check prices and availability for Budget and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Nanaimo is on average $2,991 a month or $100 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Nanaimo car hire.

  • What car do most people hire in Nanaimo?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Nanaimo is Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Car hires by fuel type in Nanaimo

Browse car hires by fuel type in Nanaimo. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Nanaimo. Deals were last updated on 25 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Nanaimo. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($33+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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