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Cheap Car Rentals in Nova Scotia from $78
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Nova Scotia with a pick-up date of 9/10 and drop-off date of 15/10. 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.
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Nova Scotia car rentals in 2025
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 18 September 2025.
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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 18 September 2025.
There are, in total, 2,693 car hire locations in Nova Scotia that are operated by 107 companies. In the past week, medium car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $78/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Nova Scotia hire providers:
Economy
$111+
Compact
$116+
Intermediate
$78+
Standard
$164+
Full-size
$181+
Compact SUV
$82+
Intermediate SUV
$83+
Standard SUV
$168+
Compare car rental deals in Nova Scotia by type
Here are the best Nova Scotia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Nova Scotia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Nova Scotia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Kia Picanto$111/day
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Audi A1$116/day
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Best car rental deals found in Nova Scotia
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 $123. Data was last updated on 18 September 2025.
Volkswagen Passat$78/day
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Kia Stonic$82/day
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Subaru Forester$83/day
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Cheapflights insights for Nova Scotia car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Nova Scotia, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Nova Scotia?
For the best savings on car rentals in Nova Scotia, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $84/day – about 70% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Nova Scotia?
Looking to hire a car in Nova Scotia? Hertz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $55.43/day. Thrifty also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $66.54/day.
What is the best car rental company in Nova Scotia?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Nova Scotia is Budget (rated 9.1/10 with 44 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.9/10 with 21 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Budget
9.1
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.9
Avis
8.7
Alamo
8.5
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Nova Scotia?
Planning to hire a car in Nova Scotia? January is the cheapest month, costing about $47 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $149. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$47
February
$52
March
$55
April
$59
May
$77
June
$99
July
$146
August
$149
September
$85
October
$84
November
$65
December
$64
What car do most people hire in Nova Scotia?
Economy cars (Chevrolet Sonic Sedan, for example) are the most popular in Nova Scotia. Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu) and Passenger van (Chrysler Pacifica) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Nova Scotia.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Nova Scotia?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 8 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Nova Scotia at 7.
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 18 September 2025.
Budget
44 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.3
Value
8.5
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
21 reviews•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.8
Overall
8.9
Pick-up/drop-off
8.8
Value
8.3
Avis
24 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Overall
8.7
Pick-up/drop-off
8.8
Value
8.2
Alamo
5 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Overall
8.5
Pick-up/drop-off
9.1
Value
7.7
Dollar
12 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.9
Overall
7.8
Pick-up/drop-off
7.9
Value
8.5
Thrifty
21 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.7
Pick-up/drop-off
7.7
Value
7.2
Hertz
20 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.3
Overall
6.6
Pick-up/drop-off
6.6
Value
6.4
National
1 location
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Nova Scotia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 September 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Nova Scotia for a week from Alamo?
Alamo is one of the most popular car hire companies in Nova Scotia, offering car hire for around $948 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Nova Scotia?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Nova Scotia check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.