British Columbia

Cheap Car Rentals in British Columbia from C$ 42

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in British Columbia with a pick-up date of 24/10 and drop-off date of 28/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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British Columbia car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in British Columbia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 August 2025.

Most popular company

Turo

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

C$ 104

Cheapest price per day

C$ 42

Popular car types in British Columbia

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in British Columbia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 18 August 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can rent in British Columbia this past week from 2,694 rental locations out of 106 rental agencies. Prices for a British Columbia small car rental start from C$ 42/day. Check out available deals for 7 car types currently offered at listed car rental agencies here:

Economy

Economy

C$ 42+

Compact

Compact

C$ 42+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 42+

Standard

Standard

C$ 49+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 46+

SUV

SUV

C$ 140+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 55+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 70+

Premium

Premium

C$ 67+

Passenger Van

Passenger Van

C$ 149+

Luxury

Luxury

C$ 47+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

C$ 93+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

C$ 81+

Commercial

Commercial

C$ 42+

Supplier choice sedan

Supplier choice sedan

C$ 47+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 47+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

C$ 48+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

C$ 58+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 67+

Supplier choice pickup truck

Supplier choice pickup truck

C$ 105+

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

C$ 116+

Compare car rental deals in British Columbia by type

Here are the best British Columbia small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best British Columbia medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best British Columbia large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best British Columbia SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best British Columbia van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best British Columbia pick-up truck rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best British Columbia luxury car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Nissan SylphyC$ 42/day
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Honda FitC$ 42/day
2
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Chevrolet SparkC$ 42/day
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Chevrolet Spark

Best car rental deals found in British Columbia

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in British Columbia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in British Columbia with an average daily rate of C$ 59. Data was last updated on 18 August 2025.
Nissan SylphyC$ 42/day
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Nissan Sylphy
Nissan SylphyC$ 42/day
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Nissan Sylphy
Ford FocusC$ 42/day
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Ford Focus

Cheapflights insights for British Columbia car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in British Columbia, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in British Columbia?

For the best savings on car rentals in British Columbia, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just C$ 65/day – about 25% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest rental car company in British Columbia?

In British Columbia, the most affordable rental car company right now is Hertz, offering prices from just C$ 25.30/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Budget, with rates starting at C$ 37.12/day.

What is the best car rental company in British Columbia?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in British Columbia is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.4/10 with 126 reviews). Budget (rated 8.0/10 with 130 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At British Columbia, the best time to rent a car is in November, with an average daily rate of just C$ 53. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging C$ 110 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In British Columbia, the best time to rent a car is in November, with an average daily rate of just C$ 53. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging C$ 110 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

C$ 57

February

C$ 63

March

C$ 63

April

C$ 61

May

C$ 64

June

C$ 87

July

C$ 110

August

C$ 105

September

C$ 74

October

C$ 63

November

C$ 53

December

C$ 62

What car do most people rent in British Columbia?

SUV rentals (BMW X5, for example) are the most popular in British Columbia. Standard (Chevrolet Malibu) and Premium (BMW X5) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting British Columbia.

Which car rental company has the most locations in British Columbia?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 27 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in British Columbia at 21.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in British Columbia?

Discover the price range for renting 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 18 August 2025.

If you're looking for the best car rental deals in British Columbia, start with Comox, where rates average C$ 59/day. You can also find good prices in Dawson Creek (C$ 69/day), Vancouver (C$ 71/day), and Kamloops (C$ 73/day).

Top rental agencies in British Columbia

Explore the leading car rental agencies in British Columbia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in British Columbia. Reviews were last updated on 18 August 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very good
126 reviews27 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.1

Budget

8.0
Very good
130 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.8

Hertz

6.9
Okay
197 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.9

Avis

8.6
Very good
75 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

National

8.3
Very good
75 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.1

Economy Rent a Car

6.4
Okay
74 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.7

FlexWays

10.0
Wonderful
1 review6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

10.0

Dollar

8.1
Very good
27 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.8

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in British Columbia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 August 2025.
  • What are the requirements to rent a car in British Columbia?

    To be able to move around easily, you should book one of the rental cars in British Columbia. There are numerous car rentals in British Columbia that you can rent from. However, none of them rent out their cars to those below 21 years. Car rentals in British Columbia also don’t rent out their cars to individuals without valid identification photos, permanent or temporary driver’s licenses, and credit cards. This being the case, if you’re above 21 years, and you’d like to rent one of the rental cars in British Columbia, you should ensure that you head out to cheap car rental in British Columbia of choice with your valid photo ID, driver’s license, and credit card.

  • What are the rules for driving in British Columbia?

    Before renting a car from any of the car rentals in British Columbia, there are certain driving rules you should know of. One of these rules is that in this region, cars are always driven on the right. You should also know that different parts of British Columbia have different speed limits. Within municipalities, the speed limit is 50km/h (30mph), and outside municipalities, the speed limit is 80km/h (50mph). In addition to these two rules, you should also know that driving while your blood alcohol concentration is above 0.08% and without wearing your seatbelts are traffic offenses. Therefore, don’t drive while drunk, and when driving, wear your seatbelts. British Columbia car rentals usually have well-informed professionals. As such, if you’d like to learn more rules, don’t hesitate to ask a professional at your chosen cheap car rental in British Columbia. Note that traffic rules in this region change frequently. To keep up to date, visit the region’s department of motor vehicle site.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in British Columbia?

    A majority of British Columbia car rentals usually have a wide selection of cars. Thus, you can find a rental car in British Columbia with much ease. It’s essential to note that the car you choose should be smooth to drive in the places you plan on visiting. If you’d like to visit areas without paved roads, you should select an SUV, while if you plan on majorly visiting areas with paved roads, you should select either an economy van rental or a passenger van rental.

  • What is the cheapest rental car found in British Columbia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 101/day when booking a rental car in British Columbia. The best deal a user found was for C$ 27/day from NextCar, booked on Aug. 17.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in British Columbia for a week from Turo?

    Turo offers rental cars in British Columbia for about C$ 664 per week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in British Columbia for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Our recent data shows that NextCar can potentially be 92% below the average car rental price in British Columbia. Check prices and availability for NextCar and save on this extended rental. The cost of renting a vehicle in British Columbia is on average C$ 2,844 a month or C$ 95 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your British Columbia car rental.

Car rentals by fuel type in British Columbia

Browse car rentals by fuel type in British Columbia. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in British Columbia. Deals were last updated on 18 August 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in British Columbia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (C$ 27+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 27+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 29+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 28+

Travelling to a place near British Columbia?

Rent a car at British Columbia if you plan to visit one of these locations
Irvine
Beverly Hills
Calabasas
West Covina
Carlsbad
Rosemead
West Hollywood
Lake Forest
Oxnard
Westminster
Glendale
Agoura Hills
Garden Grove
Torrance
Rowland Heights
Chino Hills
Santa Clarita
Pasadena
Newbury Park
Marina del Rey

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