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$345, which is about 674% 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 8.5/10 with 8 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$212/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Nanaimo is July (HK$573/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$259
February
HK$251
March
HK$298
April
HK$353
May
HK$385
June
HK$440
July
HK$573
August
HK$573
September
HK$353
October
HK$251
November
HK$212
December
HK$251
What car do most people rent in Nanaimo?
Compact cars (Class Compact Truck, for example) are the most popular in Nanaimo. SUV (Class Premium SUV) and Standard (Chevrolet Colorado) 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 12 July 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Nanaimo, including Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.
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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 12 July 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Nanaimo for a week from Budget?
From Budget you can hire a car in Nanaimo from about HK$3,371 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Nanaimo?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Nanaimo.