Find Rentals
Popular Cars
Rental Deals
Insights
Agencies
FAQs
Nova Scotia

Cheap Car Hire in Nova Scotia from $73

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 29/9 and drop-off date of 6/10. 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.
Driver's age: 26-65
Here’s why our users search for rental cars through Cheapflights

Save over 37%Compare Cheapflights against other travel sites with one search.

Price trackingHolding out for a great deal? Get notified when prices are reduced.

Customized resultsFilter by rental agency, car type, price range and more.

Unlimited free useSearch as many times as you want with no hidden charges or fees.

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 1 July 2025.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$106

Cheapest price per day

$73

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 1 July 2025.

At $73/day, medium car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Nova Scotia in the past week. Out of 105 car hire agencies operating in Nova Scotia, there are, in total, 2,707 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Standard estate car

Standard estate car

Supplier choice saloon

Supplier choice saloon

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare car hire deals in Nova Scotia by type

Here are the best Nova Scotia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Nova Scotia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Nova Scotia large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Nova Scotia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

MG MG4$78/day
4
M
A/C
MG MG4
Hyundai i20$79/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Nissan Micra$80/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Micra

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 $86. Data was last updated on 1 July 2025.
Toyota Highlander$73/day
5
4
M
Toyota Highlander
Mazda Mazda3$78/day
4
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda3
Mitsubishi Mirage$79/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

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 $79/day – about 62% 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 Avis, offering prices from just $57.53/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hertz, with rates starting at $72.24/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 9.1/10 with 42 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.9/10 with 19 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 $131 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 $131 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

$47

March

$50

April

$53

May

$70

June

$92

July

$128

August

$131

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: Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar), Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar), and SUV cars (Jeep Grand Cherokee or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Nova Scotia?

In Nova Scotia, Avis, Budget, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car have 4 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Nova Scotia, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 22 pickup locations in Nova Scotia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 July 2025.

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 1 July 2025.

Budget

9.1
Wonderful
42 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.9
Very Good
19 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.3

Avis

8.7
Very Good
24 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.2

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

7.9
Good
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.9

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.7

Thrifty

7.7
Good
21 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.2

Hertz

6.6
Okay
20 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.4

Discount Car & Truck Rentals

2 locations

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 1 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Nova Scotia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $106/day when booking a car hire in Nova Scotia. The absolute best deal a user found was for $65/day from Turo, booked on Jun. 29.

  • 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 $890 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 $3,813. You can find car hire deals to be on average $127 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 1 July 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

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Airport car hires in Nova Scotia

Hire a car at one of these airports in the Nova Scotia area

Best Car Hire Deals

We make it easy and fast to find and compare deals from 70,000+ hire locations and hundreds of agencies.

No Surprises

Prices shown to you will be completely in full, without any hidden charges or fees.

Free cancellation

Plans change — we get it. And that’s why you can search and book car hire on Cheapflights from agencies that offer free cancellation