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

Book your car hire in Nova Scotia 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 974,569/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1,350,404% off the average price.

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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 Alamo (rated 8.9/10). Budget (rated 8.8/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Alamo
Alamo
8.9
Budget
Budget
8.8
Avis
Avis
8.6
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.4

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

Planning to hire a car in Nova Scotia? April is the cheapest month, costing about Rp 840,026 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of Rp 1,922,648. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

Rp 863,728

February

Rp 884,293

March

Rp 887,430

April

Rp 840,026

May

Rp 1,115,387

June

Rp 1,591,517

July

Rp 1,813,898

August

Rp 1,922,648

September

Rp 1,364,955

October

Rp 1,146,060

November

Rp 945,290

December

Rp 1,066,589

What car do most people hire in Nova Scotia?

Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Nova Scotia. Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Nova Scotia at 8.

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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 21 November 2025.

Alamo

1 location
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Budget

8 locations
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Avis

8 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9 locations
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National

3 locations
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Thrifty

3 locations
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Dollar

3 locations
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Hertz

4 locations
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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 21 November 2025.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Nova Scotia check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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