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Cheap Car Hire in British Columbia from £17

Vancouver, BC, Canada
5 Dec — 12 Dec
Driver's age: 26-65
Vancouver, BC, Canada
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What are the car hire prices for popular cities in British Columbia?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across British Columbia, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 112 pickup locations in British Columbia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 November 2023.

Price

£18 - £81

Out of all the popular cities in British Columbia, Vancouver is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just £18/day. Renting a car in Vancouver is 78% cheaper than renting one in Port Hardy where the per day rate is around £81. Other fairly inexpensive cities in British Columbia to get a rental car in are: Nanaimo (£21/day), Kelowna (£24/day), and Victoria (£26/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Vancouver should expect to spend around £18/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in British Columbia is Vancouver.

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in British Columbia?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in British Columbia 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 November 2023.

January

£27

February

£28

March

£27

April

£28

May

£36

June

£52

July

£65

August

£58

September

£42

October

£30

November

£24

December

£32

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in British Columbia 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 British Columbia

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in British Columbia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 28 November 2023.

At £17/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in British Columbia in the past week. Out of 89 car hire agencies operating in British Columbia, there are, in total, 2,496 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:

Compare available car types for hire in British Columbia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in British Columbia 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 November 2023.

Small cars

£34 - £79

All Car Types

£39 - £153

To hire a small car in British Columbia, you would pay an average price of £51/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in British Columbia (~£34/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£79/day). In fact, November is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for British Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in British Columbia, hiring a small car saves you 41% 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 British Columbia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in British Columbia, you would pay an average price of £56/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in British Columbia (~£33/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£87/day). In fact, November is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for British Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in British Columbia, hiring a medium 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. Here are the best British Columbia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in British Columbia, you would pay an average price of £79/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in British Columbia (~£43/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£148/day). In fact, November is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for British Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in British Columbia, hiring a large car saves you 7% 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 British Columbia large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in British Columbia, you would pay an average price of £62/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in British Columbia (~£35/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£91/day). In fact, October is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for British Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in British Columbia, hiring a SUV 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. Here are the best British Columbia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in British Columbia, you would pay an average price of £76/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in British Columbia (~£41/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£123/day). In fact, November is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for British Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in British Columbia, hiring a van 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. Here are the best British Columbia van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a pickup truck in British Columbia, you would pay an average price of £83/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in British Columbia (~£33/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£161/day). In fact, November is about 61% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for British Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in British Columbia, hiring a pickup truck saves you 4% 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 luxury car in British Columbia, you would pay an average price of £136/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in British Columbia (~£49/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£392/day). In fact, November is about 65% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for British Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in British Columbia, hiring a luxury car is 38% more expensive. 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 British Columbia luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a convertible in British Columbia, you would pay an average price of £166/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in British Columbia (~£82/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~£434/day). In fact, September is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for British Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in British Columbia, hiring a convertible is 49% more expensive. 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.

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Top hire agencies in British Columbia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in British Columbia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in British Columbia. Reviews were last updated on 28 November 2023.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in British Columbia, including locations near Vancouver, Kelowna and Richmond. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
304 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.1

Avis

8.3
Very Good
142 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.9

Budget

7.6
Good
296 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.4

Hertz

7.2
Good
334 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

Dollar

8.1
Very Good
61 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.9

National

7.9
Good
64 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.6

Thrifty

7.5
Good
37 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.4

Economy Rent a Car

6.2
Okay
76 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.3

Best British Columbia car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in British Columbia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in British Columbia with an average daily rate of £33. Data was last updated on 28 November 2023.
Browse some of the deals we've come across on car hires in the British Columbia region, including options close to Vancouver, Kelowna and Richmond. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in British Columbia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 November 2023.

What is the cheapest hire car found in British Columbia?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £46/day when booking a car hire in British Columbia. The absolute best deal a user found was for £22/day from Europcar, booked on Nov. 26.

What car hire company is typically the cheapest in British Columbia?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in British Columbia from the following companies over the past two weeks: Sixt (£21/day), Dollar (£21/day), and Thrifty (£21/day).

Which car hire company is considered to be the best in British Columbia?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.6 rating), Driving Force (8.4 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in British Columbia.

What are petrol prices like in British Columbia?

The average price of petrol in British Columbia is £1.00/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £45 and £64 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

How much does it cost to hire a car in British Columbia for a week from Thrifty?

Hiring a car in British Columbia for a week can be a great option for travel. Thrifty, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around £280/week on average.

How far in advance should I hire a car in British Columbia for the best price?

Booking your car hire early can save you up to 40%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in British Columbia.

Can I rent a car for a month in British Columbia?

Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in British Columbia.

How much does it cost to rent a car in British Columbia for a month?

You can potentially save up to 82% on a month-long rental by booking with Europcar. Europcar is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in British Columbia can cost you on average £1,199 a month or £40 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

Small car hires in British Columbia

Find small car hire deals in British Columbia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in British Columbia cost an average of £31 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 November 2023.

Luxury car hires in British Columbia

Find luxury car hire deals in British Columbia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in British Columbia cost an average of £34 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 November 2023.
There are several options when it comes to hiring a luxury car in British Columbia, including options around Vancouver, Kelowna and Richmond. If you're not finding what you're looking for, come back soon as new deals are always being added.

People carrier hires in British Columbia

Find people carrier hire deals in British Columbia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in British Columbia cost an average of £35 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 November 2023.
Check out some of the deals we've found for people carrier hires in the British Columbia region, including pickup options close to Vancouver, Kelowna and Richmond. If you're not finding the right deal for your van rental, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.

Airport car hires in British Columbia
Hire a car at one of these airports in the British Columbia area