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Cheap Car Rentals in Nanaimo from C$ 29

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Nanaimo car rentals in 2026

Most popular company

ENTERPRISE

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.99

Average price per day

C$ 86

Cheapest price per day

C$ 29

Popular car types in Nanaimo

There are, in total, 12 car rental locations in Nanaimo that are operated by 5 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can rent (cheapest price last found: C$ 29/day). Explore 6 car types currently offered from Nanaimo rental providers:

Economy

Economy

C$ 29+

Compact

Compact

C$ 29+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 35+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 79+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 75+

Premium

Premium

C$ 37+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

C$ 54+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

C$ 30+

Best car rental deals found in Nanaimo

Honda FitC$ 29/day
Honda Fit
Nissan LeafC$ 29/day
Nissan Leaf
Class VehicleC$ 30/day
Class Vehicle

Cheapflights insights for Nanaimo car rentals

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

How far in advance should I rent a car in Nanaimo?

For the best savings on car rentals in Nanaimo, make your reservation 5 days before pickup. The average price then is just C$ 57/day – about 20% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest rental car company in Nanaimo?

Looking to rent a car in Nanaimo? Budget had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only C$ 20.68/day. Enterprise Rent-A-Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at C$ 21.18/day.

What is the best car rental company in Nanaimo?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Nanaimo is Budget (rated 8.5/10 with 15 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.4/10 with 6 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Nanaimo?

Planning a car rental in Nanaimo? January is the cheapest month, costing about C$ 54 per day. In contrast, June is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of C$ 88. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

C$ 54

February

C$ 61

March

C$ 61

April

C$ 67

May

C$ 70

June

C$ 88

July

C$ 84

August

C$ 74

September

C$ 67

October

C$ 56

November

C$ 56

December

C$ 57

What car do most people rent in Nanaimo?

The most popular types of cars to rent in Nanaimo are the following: SUV rentals (Hyundai Venue or similar), Intermediate rentals (Toyota Corolla or similar), and Compact rentals (Hyundai Kona or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in Nanaimo?

Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National have 2 locations in Nanaimo, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Nanaimo

Budget

8.5
Very good
15 reviews•5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very good
6 reviews•2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

National

8.2
Very good
11 reviews•1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

Sunnycars

2 locations

Discount Car & Truck Rentals

1 location

Car rental FAQs

  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Nanaimo?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 86/day when booking a rental car in Nanaimo. The best deal a user found was for C$ 51/day from Enterprise Rent-A-Car, booked on Oct. 31.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Nanaimo for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car is one of the most popular car rental companies in Nanaimo, offering car rentals for around C$ 604 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Nanaimo?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Nanaimo check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 42% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in Nanaimo. Typically, a monthly car rental in Nanaimo can be found for C$ 2,591. You can find car rental deals to be on average C$ 86 a day.

  • How much is a car rental in Nanaimo for a weekend?

    C$ 67 is typically the average cost for a rental car for the weekend in Nanaimo, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Nanaimo, then opt for a Economy rental vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of December, you can expect to find car rental prices on Cheapflights for as low as C$ 85/day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Nanaimo

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Nanaimo. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 22+

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