Cheapflights insights for Nanaimo car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Nanaimo, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Nanaimo?
To get the best deal on a rental car in Nanaimo, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around HK$336, which is about 649% cheaper than the typical rate.
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 8.6/10 with 13 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.4/10 with 7 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Nanaimo?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Nanaimo is November, when you can expect to pay HK$211/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Nanaimo is July (HK$562/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
HK$258
February
HK$258
March
HK$297
April
HK$359
May
HK$383
June
HK$445
July
HK$562
August
HK$523
September
HK$391
October
HK$258
November
HK$211
December
HK$250
What car do most people rent in Nanaimo?
SUV cars (Suzuki Jimny, for example) are the most popular in Nanaimo. Intermediate (Ford Escape) and Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Nanaimo.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Nanaimo?
Budget has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Nanaimo at 2.
Top rental agencies in Nanaimo
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Nanaimo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car rental companies in Nanaimo. Reviews were last updated on 26 August 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Nanaimo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 August 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Nanaimo?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Nanaimo.