St. John's

Cheap Car Rentals in St. John's from C$ 32

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in St. John's with a pick-up date of 30/4 and drop-off date of 31/5. 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.
St. John's, NL, Canada
1 May — 8 May
Driver's age: 26-65
St. John's, NL, Canada
Wed 1/5
Noon
Wed 8/5
Noon

St. John's car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in St. John's. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 April 2024.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.89

Average price per day

C$ 111

Cheapest price per day

C$ 32

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in St. John's?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in St. John's 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 24 April 2024.

January

C$ 45

February

C$ 49

March

C$ 42

April

C$ 54

May

C$ 69

June

C$ 116

July

C$ 153

August

C$ 138

September

C$ 86

October

C$ 57

November

C$ 52

December

C$ 49

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in St. John's is March. 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 St. John's

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in St. John's and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 24 April 2024.

There are 10 rental agencies servicing St. John's. These agencies, altogether, have 18 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? small car is the cheapest car type to rent in St. John's with prices from C$ 32 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can rent in St. John's:

Economy

Economy

C$ 32+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 32+

Standard

Standard

C$ 38+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 45+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

C$ 51+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

C$ 33+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 42+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 47+

Compare available car types for rental in St. John's

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in St. John's to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 April 2024.

Small cars

C$ 41 - C$ 162

All Car Types

C$ 46 - C$ 183

To rent a small car in St. John's, Canada, you would pay an average price of C$ 80/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a small car in St. John's, Canada (~C$ 41/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 162/day). In fact, March is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for St. John's. When comparing with other car types available for rental in St. John's, renting a small car 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. Here are the best St. John's small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in St. John's, Canada, you would pay an average price of C$ 84/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in St. John's, Canada (~C$ 41/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 175/day). In fact, March is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for St. John's. When comparing with other car types available for rental in St. John's, renting a medium car saves you 8% 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 St. John's medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in St. John's, Canada, you would pay an average price of C$ 97/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a large car in St. John's, Canada (~C$ 59/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 161/day). In fact, March is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for St. John's. When comparing with other car types available for rental in St. John's, renting a large car is 6% 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 St. John's large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in St. John's, Canada, you would pay an average price of C$ 99/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in St. John's, Canada (~C$ 49/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 201/day). In fact, March is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for St. John's. When comparing with other car types available for rental in St. John's, renting a SUV is 8% 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 St. John's SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in St. John's, Canada, you would pay an average price of C$ 142/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a van in St. John's, Canada (~C$ 61/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 290/day). In fact, January is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for St. John's. When comparing with other car types available for rental in St. John's, renting a van is 36% 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.

To rent a pick-up truck in St. John's, Canada, you would pay an average price of C$ 169/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a pick-up truck in St. John's, Canada (~C$ 83/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~C$ 452/day). In fact, October is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pick-up truck rental for St. John's. When comparing with other car types available for rental in St. John's, renting a pick-up truck is 46% 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 St. John's pick-up truck rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in St. John's, Canada, you would pay an average price of C$ 112/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in St. John's, Canada (~C$ 51/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 213/day). In fact, January is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for St. John's. When comparing with other car types available for rental in St. John's, renting a luxury car is 18% 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.

Honda FitC$ 32/day
2
5
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A/C
Honda Fit
Chevrolet SparkC$ 33/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark

Tips for renting a car in St. John's

Browse helpful tips for renting a car in St. John's including age restrictions, car type suggestions and more. Tips were last updated on 24 April 2024.
  • Renting a car in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, is a great way to see everything this city has to offer. While there are some public buses in St. John’s, the city is spread out, and taking buses will add to your travel time. As a result, the best way to get around is to get car rentals in St. John’s as they will give you the freedom to explore the city at your own pace and on your own schedule. You can drive up to Signal Hill to enjoy some hiking or drive through the colorful rows of houses downtown.
  • If you are getting car rentals in St. John’s and you will have kids with you, keep in mind that there are specific child car seat laws in St. John’s. Infants must ride in a rear-facing seat in the back of the vehicle until they reach a weight of 9 kg (20 lb) while older children must ride in a forward-facing seat in the back of the vehicle until they weigh 18 kg (40 lb). You can always request a car seat to be added to your rental.
  • One of the challenges specific to driving in Newfoundland is that you might encounter wildlife such as moose on the roads. Moose tend to wander into the roadways, so always round curves cautiously and drive at a reasonable speed. If you see a moose, slow down or stop your car altogether, turn on your hazards, and wait until the moose has completely left the roadway. Ensure that it is not coming back as you start to accelerate again.

Top rental agencies in St. John's

Explore the leading car rental agencies in St. John's known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in St. John's. Reviews were last updated on 24 April 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in St. John's, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Thrifty and Avis. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.5
Wonderful
57 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.9

Comfort

9.7

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.3

Thrifty

9.0
Wonderful
33 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.2

Avis

9.3
Wonderful
14 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.5

Alamo

9.0
Wonderful
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.3

Budget

8.8
Very good
20 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

7.8

National

8.5
Very good
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.0

Hertz

7.7
Good
17 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.3

Dollar

6.7
Okay
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.7

Best St. John's car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in St. John's. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in St. John's with an average daily rate of C$ 44. Data was last updated on 24 April 2024.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the St. John's area. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Honda FitC$ 32/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Hyundai ElantraC$ 32/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Elantra
Toyota CamryC$ 33/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Camry

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in St. John's, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2024.
  • What documents will I need to present to pick up St. John’s car rentals?

    To rent a car in St. John’s, you will need to be at least 21 years old and you need to present a valid driver’s license and a credit card or debit card in your name for payment. If your license is not in English or French, you will also need an International Driver’s Permit (IDP). Foreign drivers will also need a passport. Some rental agencies will also require proof of standard auto insurance, so be sure to check with your chosen agency in advance.

  • Can I drive my St. John’s car rental to other cities or provinces?

    Typically, you will be allowed to leave St. John’s in your St. John’s car rental. However, you must always check with the rental agency in advance if this is your plan. Often, you will be able to arrange a one-way rental, meaning you can pick it up in St. John’s and drop it off at a branch in a different city or province. For example, you may want to drive south to the Avalon Wilderness Reserve or inland to places like Whitbourne.

  • Can I pick up St. John’s car rentals directly from the airport?

    Yes, St. John’s International Airport (YYT) is home to several car rental agencies where you can pick up your rental. You will find offices for Budget, Thrifty, Hertz, Enterprise, Alamo, and others directly at the airport, making it quick and easy for you to choose the rental you need and get on the road right away after you land. Car rental offices at the airport can be found in the Ground Transportation area on the arrivals level.

  • What is the cheapest rental car found in St. John's?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 111/day when booking a rental car in St. John's. The best deal a user found was for C$ 30/day from Surprise Agency, booked on Apr. 21.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in St. John's?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in St. John's from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar (C$ 32/day), Thrifty (C$ 33/day), and Hertz (C$ 45/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in St. John's?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9.5 rating), Avis (9.5 rating) and Thrifty (9.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in St. John's.

  • What are gas prices like in St. John's?

    The average gas price in St. John's is C$ 1.89/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 85 and C$ 123 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in St. John's for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty is one of the top picks in St. John's. They can have you in a rental car for about C$ 662 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in St. John's for the best price?

    Booking your car rental early can save you up to 59% on your rental. Aim to book your car rental at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in St. John's.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in St. John's?

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in St. John's for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 76% on a month-long rental by booking with Surprise Agency. Surprise Agency is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in St. John's can cost you on average C$ 2,838 a month or C$ 95 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car rental in St. John's for a weekend?

    C$ 144 is typically the average cost for a rental car for the weekend in St. John's, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to St. John's, then opt for a Intermediate rental vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of May, you can expect to find car rental prices on Cheapflights for as low as C$ 130/day.

  • What car do most people rent in St. John's?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to rent a Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan) in St. John's, making it the most popular option.

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Luxury car rentals in St. John's

Find luxury car rental deals in St. John's from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in St. John's cost an average of C$ 82 per day. Price data was last updated on 24 April 2024.
Some of the most suitable options we've found on luxury car rentals within St. John's. Be sure that the car type, dates, pickup location and other key details suit your needs.
Audi A4C$ 55/day
5
2
M
Audi A4
Audi A4C$ 56/day
5
2
M
Audi A4
Mercedes-Benz C-ClassC$ 56/day
5
M
Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Van rentals in St. John's

Find van rental deals in St. John's from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in St. John's cost an average of C$ 70 per day. Price data was last updated on 24 April 2024.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for renting a van in the St. John's area. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly adding new deals so check back soon if you're not finding the one right for you.
Toyota SiennaC$ 64/day
5
5
M
Toyota Sienna
Dodge Grand CaravanC$ 64/day
5
M
Dodge Grand Caravan
Toyota SiennaC$ 64/day
5
5
M
Toyota Sienna

Car rentals by fuel type in St. John's

Browse car rentals by fuel type in St. John's. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in St. John's. Deals were last updated on 24 April 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in St. John's. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (C$ 51+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 69+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 51+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 55+

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