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 471/day
Kia Rio car
Kia Rio
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
AED 154/day
Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
AED 154/day
Class Standard Car car
Class Standard Car
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
AED 163/day
Hyundai Sonata car
Hyundai Sonata
or similar Large
5
2
2/4
M
AED 158/day
Dodge Grand Caravan car
Dodge Grand Caravan
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
M
AED 1,098/day
Dodge Durango car
Dodge Durango
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
M
AED 435/day
Chevrolet Malibu car
Chevrolet Malibu
or similar Large
5
5
4-5
M
AED 502/day
Chrysler 300 car
Chrysler 300
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
M
AED 198/day
Class Premium SUV car
Class Premium SUV
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
AED 424/day
Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
M
AED 158/day
Nissan Kicks car
Nissan Kicks
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
AED 183/day
Toyota RAV4 car
Toyota RAV4
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
AED 193/day
Jeep Grand Cherokee car
Jeep Grand Cherokee
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
AED 302/day
Audi Q7 car
Audi Q7
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
AED 549/day
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited car
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
or similar SUV
5
2
2/4
M
AED 1,043/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.
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Most popular agency

Avis

Most popular car type

Premium

Average price

AED 198/day

Good deal

AED 182/day

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 cheapest car rental company in British Columbia?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Thrifty (AED 89.65/day), Europcar (AED 135.48/day) and Avis (AED 153.11/day).

What is the most popular rental car in British Columbia?

Standard rentals (Class Standard Crossover or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to rent in British Columbia. Standard cars in British Columbia cost AED 233/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as AED 128/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 113/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in British Columbia when prices are AED 266/day on average, which tends to be 533% 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 25 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.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in British Columbia for AED 182 or less
  • Supplier choice rental cars in British Columbia are around 57% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in British Columbia

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in British Columbia?

    On average a car hire in British Columbia costs AED 198 per day.

  • 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.

  • Where should I hire a car in British Columbia?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in British Columbia are Vancouver (84% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in British Columbia), Kelowna (12%) and Surrey (2%).

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

    On average a car hire in British Columbia costs AED 1,385 per week (AED 198 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in British Columbia?

    On average a car hire in British Columbia costs AED 5,936 per month (AED 198 per day).

  • 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

    33 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in British Columbia

    24 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in British Columbia

    24 Locations

  • national

    National car hire locations in British Columbia

    16 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in British Columbia

    16 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in British Columbia

    11 Locations

  • aligo

    AliGo Rent A Car car hire locations in British Columbia

    10 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

  • nextcar

    NextCar car hire locations in British Columbia

    7 Locations

Car rental locations in British Columbia

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