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British Columbia car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in British Columbia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2025.

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in British Columbia?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in British Columbia 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 15 April 2025.

January

R548

February

R586

March

R548

April

R586

May

R794

June

R1 078

July

R1 400

August

R1 324

September

R870

October

R662

November

R529

December

R737

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in British Columbia is November. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in British Columbia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in British Columbia to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2025.

Small cars

R572 - R1 263

All Car Types

R572 - R1 818

To hire a small car in British Columbia, you would pay an average price of R824/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in British Columbia (~R572/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 263/day). In fact, February is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for British Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in British Columbia, renting a small car saves you 27% 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.

To hire a medium car in British Columbia, you would pay an average price of R798/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in British Columbia (~R586/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 844/day). In fact, October is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for British Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in British Columbia, renting a medium car saves you 30% 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.

To hire a large car in British Columbia, you would pay an average price of R1 178/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in British Columbia (~R957/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R3 088/day). In fact, January is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for British Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in British Columbia, renting a large car is 5% 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 hire a SUV in British Columbia, you would pay an average price of R1 195/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in British Columbia (~R953/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R2 095/day). In fact, April is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for British Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in British Columbia, renting a SUV 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.

Top rental agencies in British Columbia

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

Hertz

6,8
Okay
161 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,8

Avis

8,6
Very Good
51 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,9

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,4
Very Good
98 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

8,1

National

8,4
Very Good
54 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,1

Budget

8,3
Very Good
71 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

8,1

Economy Rent a Car

6,4
Okay
71 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

6,7

Dollar

8,3
Very Good
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

9,4

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

8,5

Thrifty

7,6
Good
9 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,3

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in British Columbia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in British Columbia?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, FlexWays (10,0 rating), Yoyo Auto (10,0 rating) and Alamo (8,5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in British Columbia.

  • What are petrol prices like in British Columbia?

    The average price of petrol in British Columbia is R23,47/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 056 and R1 525 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in British Columbia for a week from Avis?

    Avis is one of the top picks in British Columbia. They can have you in a hire car for about R6 549 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in British Columbia for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 37% on your car hire. For a below average price in British Columbia, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in British Columbia?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in British Columbia for a month is certainly possible.

Car hires by fuel type in British Columbia

Browse car hires by fuel type in British Columbia. Deals were last updated on 15 April 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in British Columbia. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Travelling to a place near British Columbia?

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