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Kia Rio car

Kia Rio

or similar Small

AED 111/day

Nissan Versa car

Nissan Versa

or similar Small

AED 117/day

Toyota Corolla car

Toyota Corolla

or similar Medium

AED 117/day

Hyundai Sonata car

Hyundai Sonata

or similar Medium

AED 135/day

Chevrolet Malibu car

Chevrolet Malibu

or similar Large

AED 152/day

Dodge Grand Caravan car

Dodge Grand Caravan

or similar Van

AED 157/day

Class Full-size SUV car

Class Full-size SUV

or similar SUV

AED 234/day

Dodge Durango car

Dodge Durango

or similar Luxury

AED 234/day

GMC Yukon car

GMC Yukon

or similar SUV

AED 285/day

Nissan Kicks car

Nissan Kicks

or similar SUV

AED 106/day

Volkswagen Taos car

Volkswagen Taos

or similar SUV

AED 111/day

Chevrolet Blazer car

Chevrolet Blazer

or similar SUV

AED 152/day

Audi Q5 car

Audi Q5

or similar SUV

AED 189/day

Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Booking Insights

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 95/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in British Columbia when prices are AED 293/day on average, which tends to be 612% 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 30 locations in British Columbia, more than any other car hire company.

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

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.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in British Columbia
29 Locations
Hertz car hire locations in British Columbia
23 Locations
Budget car hire locations in British Columbia
20 Locations
Sunnycars car hire locations in British Columbia
14 Locations
National car hire locations in British Columbia
13 Locations
Avis car hire locations in British Columbia
11 Locations
AliGo Rent A Car car hire locations in British Columbia
10 Locations
Ace car hire locations in British Columbia
8 Locations
Discount Car & Truck Rentals car hire locations in British Columbia
8 Locations
Thrifty car hire locations in British Columbia
8 Locations
Dollar car hire locations in British Columbia
7 Locations
Economy Rent a Car car hire locations in British Columbia
7 Locations

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