Nova Scotia

Cheap Car Rentals in Nova Scotia from HK$381

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Nova Scotia with a pick-up date of 28-9 and drop-off date of 12-10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Nova Scotia car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Nova Scotia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 September 2025.

Most common car type

Intermediate

Popular car types in Nova Scotia

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Nova Scotia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 15 September 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Nova Scotia this past week from 2,693 hire locations out of 107 hire agencies. Prices for a Nova Scotia small car hire start from HK$381/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

HK$381+

Compact

Compact

HK$381+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$381+

Standard

Standard

HK$399+

Full-size

Full-size

HK$399+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

HK$400+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

HK$433+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

HK$433+

Best car rental deals found in Nova Scotia

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Nova Scotia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Nova Scotia with an average daily rate of HK$390. Data was last updated on 15 September 2025.
Hyundai i20HK$381/day
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Toyota CamryHK$399/day
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Cheapflights insights for Nova Scotia car rentals

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Nova Scotia?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Nova Scotia, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around HK$432, which is about 638% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Nova Scotia?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Nova Scotia is Budget (rated 8.8/10 with 117 reviews). Avis (rated 8.6/10 with 51 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Nova Scotia?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Nova Scotia is February, when you can expect to pay HK$303/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Nova Scotia is July (HK$766/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$311

February

HK$303

March

HK$338

April

HK$323

May

HK$389

June

HK$548

July

HK$766

August

HK$766

September

HK$486

October

HK$451

November

HK$366

December

HK$401

What car do most people rent in Nova Scotia?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Nova Scotia are the following: SUV cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar), Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar), and Standard cars (Ford Edge or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Nova Scotia?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 18 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Nova Scotia at 12.

Top rental agencies in Nova Scotia

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Nova Scotia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Nova Scotia. Reviews were last updated on 15 September 2025.

Budget

8.8
Very Good
117 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.1

Avis

8.6
Very Good
51 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

7.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
34 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.1

Hertz

7.0
Good
37 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.7

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.4

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

7.7

Dollar

7.8
Good
12 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.9

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.5

Thrifty

7.7
Good
21 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.3

National

2.0
Poor
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Nova Scotia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 September 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Nova Scotia for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the most popular car hire companies in Nova Scotia, offering car hire for around HK$7,833 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Nova Scotia?

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

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