British Columbia car rentals

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Cheap car hire in British Columbia

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Kia Rio car
Kia Rio
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
AED 232/day
Nissan Versa car
Nissan Versa
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
AED 218/day
Kia Forte car
Kia Forte
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
AED 221/day
Hyundai Sonata car
Hyundai Sonata
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
AED 209/day
Dodge Grand Caravan car
Dodge Grand Caravan
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
M
AED 292/day
Dodge Durango car
Dodge Durango
or similar Luxury
5
5
2/4
M
AED 240/day
GMC Yukon car
GMC Yukon
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
AED 394/day
Nissan Rogue car
Nissan Rogue
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
AED 172/day
Toyota RAV4 car
Toyota RAV4
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
AED 241/day
Ford Edge car
Ford Edge
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
AED 250/day
Mercedes-Benz GLC car
Mercedes-Benz GLC
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
AED 260/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.
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Most popular car type

Medium

KAYAK’s insights & trends for British Columbia car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in British Columbia with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in British Columbia?

You should book your rental car in British Columbia around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular rental car in British Columbia?

Hires in the Medium category (Ford Escape or similar) are the most popular option in British Columbia, costing AED 280/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as AED 143/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in British Columbia?

The cheapest month to hire a car in British Columbia is November at an average cost of AED 93/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in British Columbia when prices are AED 291/day on average, which tends to be 627% above the yearly average hire price for British Columbia.

What car hire company in British Columbia has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 28 locations in British Columbia, more than any other car hire company.

Top tips for hiring a car in British Columbia

  • To hire a car in British Columbia, you must have a driving licence and credit card. It is also advisable to have comprehensive insurance coverage, which offers compensation if the vehicle is damaged or stolen by someone else during your stay. Make sure that the car you are hiring has a policy allowing enough driving range to cover all of your trips, as some contracts only allow the vehicle to travel a certain number of kilometres during the hire period. Do note that during the pickup, payments are made using an active credit or debit card in the hirer’s name. If payment will be done by someone else, all payment requirements must be met.
  • Driving in British Columbia is very different from driving in other parts of Canada. You will need to familiarise yourself with the traffic laws and road rules in this province. British Columbia has strict street or highway speed limits to help keep road users safer. The speed limits in the province range from 50 km/h in residential areas to 100 km/h outside urban areas to 120 km/h on freeways. These are only general guidelines; to avoid being fined, you should always follow the posted road signs.
  • British Columbia has some of the strictest drunk driving laws in Canada. The legal limit for BAC in British Columbia is 0.05%, and police can charge you with driving under the influence. Note that DUI arrests in British Columbia can lead to prison time, heavy fines, licence suspension or even being banned from driving in BC for life. In British Columbia, the law states that all car occupants must be buckled up while in motion. All children under four years old should also be properly secured in approved child seat systems.
  • Medium rental cars in British Columbia are around 61% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in British Columbia

  • How can I find car hires near me in British Columbia?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • Should I hire a car in British Columbia?

    Driving a car in British Columbia is one of the only ways to truly see this gem of a province. There are many advantages to hiring a car in British Columbia, but first and foremost is convenience. Travelling with additional luggage can be time-consuming and frustrating, so you will enjoy being able to drive around in your own comfortable vehicle while exploring interesting sights and activities in the province, like world-class art, wine tasting and great shopping experiences. You will find that most of the attractions in British Columbia are accessible by car, keeping your journey pleasant, comfortable and efficient. It also gives you freedom and flexibility, so you can visit all parts of the province without having to plan ahead or use public transportation.

  • What is driving like in British Columbia?

    Driving in British Columbia is easy, with a wide range of top-class road networks. Hiring a car gives you easy access to BC's amazing roads and highways. The freeway system links all the major cities and towns together, making the driving experience easy and fast. However, note that driving in British Columbia can be different from driving in most other places. The roads are usually well maintained but sometimes narrow and winding, so take it slow. Don't be alarmed if you encounter an occasional animal crossing the road. The speed limit is generally 100 km/h unless posted otherwise.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in British Columbia?

    Under the British Columbia Motor Vehicle Act, you must be at least 21 years of age to hire a car. However, some car hire companies will charge a “young driver fee” to drivers between the ages of 21 and 24 years to cover the increased risk of accidents and damage, while others only lend certain classes of vehicles to drivers under 25 years of age.

Car rental directory

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in British Columbia

    30 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in British Columbia

    24 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in British Columbia

    20 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in British Columbia

    14 Locations

  • national

    National car hire locations in British Columbia

    13 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in British Columbia

    11 Locations

  • aligo

    AliGo Rent A Car car hire locations in British Columbia

    10 Locations

  • ace

    Ace car hire locations in British Columbia

    8 Locations

  • discount

    Discount Car & Truck Rentals car hire locations in British Columbia

    8 Locations

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car hire locations in British Columbia

    8 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car hire locations in British Columbia

    7 Locations

  • economy

    Economy Rent a Car car hire locations in British Columbia

    7 Locations

Car rental locations in British Columbia