Cheap Car Hire in Nova Scotia from $65
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 15/9 and drop-off date of 22/9. 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.
Nova Scotia car hires in 2025
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 13 June 2025.
Most popular company | Avis |
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Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | $113 |
Cheapest price per day | $65 |
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 13 June 2025.
At $65/day, SUV is the cheapest car type available for hire in Nova Scotia in the past week. Out of 102 car hire agencies operating in Nova Scotia, there are, in total, 2,693 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:
Economy
$70+
Compact
$72+
Intermediate
$70+
Standard
$78+
Full-size
$81+
Intermediate SUV
$65+
Supplier choice saloon
$73+
Supplier choice
$75+
Compact SUV
$84+
Standard SUV
$91+
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Best car hire deals found in Nova Scotia
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 $80. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Cheapflights insights for Nova Scotia car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Nova Scotia, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Nova Scotia?
For the best savings on car hire in Nova Scotia, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $81/day – about 65% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Nova Scotia?
In Nova Scotia, the most affordable car hire company right now is Thrifty, offering prices from just $52.94/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Avis, with rates starting at $55.94/day.
What is the best car rental company in Nova Scotia?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Nova Scotia is Budget (rated 8.8/10 with 49 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.5/10 with 32 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Nova Scotia?
At Nova Scotia, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $43. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging $134 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Nova Scotia, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $43. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging $134 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$43
February
$48
March
$51
April
$54
May
$71
June
$94
July
$130
August
$134
September
$84
October
$78
November
$60
December
$58
What car do most people hire in Nova Scotia?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Nova Scotia are the following: Economy cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar), Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar), and SUV cars (Jeep Grand Cherokee or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Nova Scotia?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 10 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Nova Scotia at 8.
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 13 June 2025.
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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 13 June 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Nova Scotia?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $113/day when booking a car hire in Nova Scotia. The absolute best deal a user found was for $56/day from Budget, booked on Jun. 8.
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 $624 per week.
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 $2,675. You can find car hire deals to be on average $89 a day.
Car hires by fuel type in Nova Scotia
Browse car hires by fuel type in Nova Scotia. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Nova Scotia. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Nova Scotia. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($40+).
Electric
$43+
Hybrid
$40+