Vancouver

Cheap Car Hire in Vancouver from R696

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 Vancouver 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.
Vancouver, BC, Canada
May 4 — May 11
Driver's age: 26-65
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Sat 4/5
Noon
Sat 11/5
Noon

Vancouver car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Vancouver. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of petrol per litre

R29,11

Average price per day

R1 165

Cheapest price per day

R696

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Vancouver 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 27 April 2024.

January

R604

February

R623

March

R642

April

R661

May

R869

June

R1 247

July

R1 568

August

R1 398

September

R1 001

October

R718

November

R567

December

R774

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Vancouver is November. 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 Vancouver

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Vancouver and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

There are, in total, 65 car hire locations in Vancouver that are operated by 29 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R696/day). Explore 2 car types currently offered from Vancouver hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Vancouver

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Vancouver to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Small cars

R888 - R3 669

All Car Types

R991 - R3 669

To hire a small car in Vancouver, Canada, you would pay an average price of R1 404/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Vancouver, Canada (~R888/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R3 669/day). In fact, January is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Vancouver. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Vancouver, renting a small car saves you 10% 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 Vancouver small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Vancouver, Canada, you would pay an average price of R1 046/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Vancouver, Canada (~R636/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 091/day). In fact, December is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Vancouver. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Vancouver, renting a medium car saves you 33% 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 Vancouver, Canada, you would pay an average price of R1 369/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Vancouver, Canada (~R880/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R2 647/day). In fact, April is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Vancouver. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Vancouver, renting a SUV saves you 12% 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 Vancouver SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Vancouver, Canada, you would pay an average price of R1 133/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a van in Vancouver, Canada (~R1 349/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 959/day). In fact, December is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Vancouver. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Vancouver, renting a van saves you 27% 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.

Volkswagen Polo VivoR696/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo

Top rental agencies in Vancouver

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Vancouver known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Vancouver. Reviews were last updated on 27 April 2024.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Vancouver, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Avis. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,4
Very Good
140 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

8,2

Hertz

6,7
Okay
214 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

6,6

Avis

8,2
Very Good
67 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,1

Value

8,0

Dollar

7,9
Good
59 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,5

Overall

7,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,7

Economy Rent a Car

6,2
Okay
78 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

6,7

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

6,4

CarWiz

9,0
Wonderful
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

9,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Thrifty

7,9
Good
29 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,8

Europcar

6,0
Okay
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,8

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

8,0

Best Vancouver car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Vancouver. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Vancouver with an average daily rate of R729. Data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Peruse the best Vancouver car hire deals we've found. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Volkswagen Polo VivoR696/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota RAV4R762/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Vancouver, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Vancouver?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R1 165/day when booking a car hire in Vancouver. The absolute best deal a user found was for R1 097/day from Avis, booked on Apr. 21.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Vancouver?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Vancouver from the following companies over the past two weeks: Sixt (R645/day), Thrifty (R696/day), and Dollar (R696/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10,0 rating), CarWiz (9,0 rating) and Sixt (9,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Vancouver.

  • What are petrol prices like in Vancouver?

    The average price of petrol in Vancouver is R29,11/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 310 and R1 892 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Vancouver for a week from Avis?

    Hiring a car in Vancouver for a week can be a great option for travel. Avis, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R8 153/week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 42% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Vancouver.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Vancouver?

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Vancouver for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car hire in Vancouver can be found for R34 942. You can find car hire deals to be on average R1 165 a day.

  • How much is a car hire in Vancouver for a weekend?

    It costs R1 069 for a weekend car hire in Vancouver, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Intermediate as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Vancouver in May, prices are R0 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Vancouver?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Full-size (Toyota Highlander) in Vancouver, making it the most popular option.

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Car hires by fuel type in Vancouver

Browse car hires by fuel type in Vancouver. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Vancouver. Deals were last updated on 27 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Vancouver. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R53+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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