Nova Scotia

Cheap Car Hire in Nova Scotia from $61

Halifax, NS, Canada
5 Apr — 12 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Halifax, NS, Canada
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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 29 March 2024.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$91

Cheapest price per day

$61

Nova Scotia car hire prices in popular cities

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 27 pickup locations in Nova Scotia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 March 2024.

Price

$46 - $55

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 29 March 2024.

January

$61

February

$58

March

$58

April

$61

May

$82

June

$116

July

$147

August

$135

September

$105

October

$84

November

$66

December

$62

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 29 March 2024.

At $61/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Nova Scotia in the past week. Out of 93 car hire agencies operating in Nova Scotia, there are, in total, 2,606 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

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 29 March 2024.

Small cars

$37 - $215

All Car Types

$43 - $125

To hire a small car in Nova Scotia, you would pay an average price of $88/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Nova Scotia (~$37/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$215/day). In fact, February is about 58% 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 is 4% 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 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 $85/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Nova Scotia (~$43/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$125/day). In fact, January is about 50% 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 is 2% 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 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 $80/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Nova Scotia (~$48/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$166/day). In fact, October 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 saves you 5% 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 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 $89/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Nova Scotia (~$51/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$144/day). In fact, March is about 44% 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 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai Accent Hatch$61/day
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Suzuki Swift$64/day
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Suzuki Swift
Toyota Yaris$67/day
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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 29 March 2024.

Budget

8.8
Very Good
66 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.8
Very Good
76 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.3

Avis

8.3
Very Good
30 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.6

Thrifty

7.4
Good
38 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

6.9

Alamo

9.3
Wonderful
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.3

Dollar

7.5
Good
21 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.9

Hertz

6.8
Okay
21 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

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 $69. Data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Hyundai Accent Hatch$61/day
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Hyundai Accent Hatch
Hyundai Elantra$63/day
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Hyundai Elantra
Suzuki Swift$64/day
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Suzuki Swift

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 29 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Nova Scotia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $91/day when booking a car hire in Nova Scotia. The absolute best deal a user found was for $69/day from Discount Car & Truck Rentals, booked on Jul. 28.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Trust Auto (10.0 rating), Alamo (8.5 rating) and Driving Force (8.5 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 $2.03/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $91 and $132 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 $585 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 31% 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 $2,506. You can find car hire deals to be on average $84 a day.

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Small car hires in Nova Scotia

Find small car hire deals in Nova Scotia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Nova Scotia cost an average of $89 per day. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Nissan March$89/day
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Nissan March

Van hires in Nova Scotia

Find van hire deals in Nova Scotia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Nova Scotia cost an average of $134 per day. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Toyota HiAce$134/day
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Toyota HiAce

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 29 March 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Nova Scotia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($42+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Airport car hires in Nova Scotia
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