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Nova Scotia car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Nova Scotia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 May 2024.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

HK$320

Cheapest price per day

HK$315

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 18 May 2024.

January

HK$312

February

HK$296

March

HK$304

April

HK$327

May

HK$421

June

HK$600

July

HK$764

August

HK$686

September

HK$538

October

HK$429

November

HK$335

December

HK$319

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.

Compare available car types for rental in Nova Scotia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 18 May 2024.

Small cars

HK$277 - HK$574

All Car Types

HK$295 - HK$835

To hire a small car in Nova Scotia, you would pay an average price of HK$236/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Nova Scotia (~HK$277/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$574/day). In fact, October is about 16% 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 saves you 35% 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 medium car in Nova Scotia, you would pay an average price of HK$323/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Nova Scotia (~HK$295/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~HK$765/day). In fact, November is about 9% 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 saves you 11% 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 HK$322/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Nova Scotia (~HK$357/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~HK$1,298/day). In fact, April is about 10% 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 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.

Top rental agencies in Nova Scotia

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Nova Scotia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Nova Scotia. Reviews were last updated on 18 May 2024.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.8
Very Good
89 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.4

Budget

8.8
Very Good
69 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.2

Avis

8.3
Very Good
31 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.6

Thrifty

7.4
Good
38 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

6.8

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

7.8
Good
21 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

8.2

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

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Nova Scotia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 May 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Nova Scotia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$320/day when booking a car hire in Nova Scotia. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$312/day from Thrifty, booked on May 12.

  • 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), Advantage (10.0 rating) and Driving Force (8.6 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 HK$11.00/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$495 and HK$715 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Nova Scotia for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty is one of the most popular car hire companies in Nova Scotia, offering car hire for around HK$2,243 per week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Nova Scotia it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 30%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Nova Scotia however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Nova Scotia can be found for HK$9,612. You can find car rental deals for HK$320 a day on average.

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