Cheapflights insights for St. John's car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in St. John's, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in St. John's?
To get the best deal on car hire in St. John's, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R753, which is about 1 453% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in St. John's?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in St. John's is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 9.5/10 with 18 reviews). Avis (rated 9.3/10 with 12 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in St. John's?
Planning to hire a car in St. John's? January is the cheapest month, costing about R377 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 614. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R377
February
R484
March
R502
April
R610
May
R879
June
R1 398
July
R1 596
August
R1 614
September
R950
October
R825
November
R645
December
R556
What car do most people hire in St. John's?
SUV cars (Acura MDX, for example) are the most popular in St. John's. Standard (Nissan Murano) and Full-size (Ford Expedition) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting St. John's.
Which car hire company has the most locations in St. John's?
Thrifty has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in St. John's at 2.
Top rental agencies in St. John's
Explore the leading car hire agencies in St. John's known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in St. John's. Reviews were last updated on 14 June 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in St. John's, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis and Alamo. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in St. John's, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 June 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in St. John's?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from St. John's it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.