Nova Scotia

Cheap Car Hire in Nova Scotia from R738

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Nova Scotia with a pick-up date of 3/5 and drop-off date of 10/5. 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.
Halifax, NS, Canada
May 5 — May 12
Driver's age: 26-65
Halifax, NS, Canada
Sun 5/5
Noon
Sun 12/5
Noon

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 28 April 2024.

Most common car type

Standard

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 28 April 2024.

January

R752

February

R714

March

R733

April

R789

May

R1 015

June

R1 429

July

R1 824

August

R1 654

September

R1 297

October

R1 034

November

R808

December

R770

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 28 April 2024.

There are, in total, 2 614 car hire locations in Nova Scotia that are operated by 95 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R738/day). Explore 2 car types currently offered from Nova Scotia hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental 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 28 April 2024.

Medium cars

R914 - R1 937

All Car Types

R914 - R1 937

To hire a medium car in Nova Scotia, you would pay an average price of R586/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Nova Scotia (~R914/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 937/day). In fact, April is about 55% 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, renting a medium car saves you 1% 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 Nova Scotia, you would pay an average price of R587/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Nova Scotia (~R883/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 937/day). In fact, August is about 50% 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, renting a SUV saves you 1% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Top rental 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 28 April 2024.

Budget

8,8
Very Good
66 reviews8 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
78 reviews7 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 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

7,6

Thrifty

7,4
Good
38 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

6,9

Alamo

8,5
Very Good
10 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9,4

Comfort

9,4

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

9,1

Value

7,7

Dollar

7,5
Good
21 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

8,4

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,9

Hertz

6,7
Okay
22 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,5

National

2,0
Poor
1 review3 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 hiredeals in Nova Scotia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Nova Scotia with an average daily rate of R782. Data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
Volkswagen Polo VivoR738/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota RAV4R826/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4

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 28 April 2024.
  • 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 R25,96/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 168 and R1 687 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 one of the top picks in Nova Scotia. They can have you in a hire car for about R7 681 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 31% in Nova Scotia - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Nova Scotia?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Nova Scotia check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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Car hires by fuel type in Nova Scotia

Browse car hires by fuel type in Nova Scotia. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Nova Scotia. Deals were last updated on 28 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Nova Scotia. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R53+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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