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Cheap car hire in Courtenay
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Courtenay
- Car hires in Courtenay offer various benefits compared to public transport options. For example, hiring a car allows you to travel through the city at your pace and access remote areas easily by car compared to public transport. With a hire car, you can quickly drive to attractions across the city, including Strathcona Provincial Park, Mount Washington Alpine Resort, Seal Bay Regional Nature Park, Denman and Hornby Islands, which are hardly accessible by public transport. You can also visit nearby cities, including Cumberland, Comox, and Campbell River.
- In Courtenay, you can hire a vehicle from Comox Airport (YQQ), about 12 km (7.5 miles) from Courtenay, and Campbell River Airport (YBL), roughly 53 km (33 miles) away. The car hires in Courtenay at these airports are located in the terminal buildings near the Arrivals area. The car hires in Courtenay at these airports include Budget, National, and Enterprise. Ensure you have a valid driving licence, identification documents, and credit card to hire from these airports' Courtenay car hire companies. The pick-up locations for the vehicles are outside the terminals in the car park area.
- Courtenay has many four-way stops at intersections. Yield to the first vehicle to approach the four-way stop, and if two cars arrive at the four-way stop simultaneously, the vehicle on the right has the right of way. Courtenay is known for its wildlife. Therefore, when driving, particularly in rural areas, look out for wildlife crossing the road, especially when it's getting dark. There are designated bicycle lanes in specific areas within the city. Yield to cyclists on the bicycle lanes and give them enough space.
- Courtenay's rush hours run from 07:00 to 09:00 and from 16:00 to 18:00 during work commute periods. Avoid using the major roads, including Cliffe Avenue, Highway 19A, and Ryan Road, as they experience heavier traffic during rush hours. The streets in Courtenay may be narrow and winding. Exercise caution when driving on these roads, especially during extreme weather and dark hours. Courtenay experiences mild winter, which still affects the road conditions and makes driving challenging. Consider hiring a vehicle with winter tyres to navigate the icy and slippery roads easily.
- Book your car hire in Courtenay at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini car hire in Courtenay are around 16% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Courtenay
How much is the price of fuel in Courtenay?
The average price of fuel in Courtenay is R100,15 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 202 and R1 602, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Courtenay?
Mini (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Courtenay.
How can I find car hires near me in Courtenay?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Courtenay?
A Mini car hire in Courtenay costs R995 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Courtenay?
A Standard car hire in Courtenay costs R1 365 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Courtenay?
An Intermediate car hire in Courtenay costs R931 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Courtenay?
When hiring a car to drive around Courtenay, consider a compact or mid-size car, as the vehicle offers better manoeuvrability through traffic, busy areas, and some of the narrow streets in the city. Hiring a compact or mid-size car will help save on travel expenses as the vehicles are fuel efficient. If you don't have any specific needs, including luggage space, when hiring a car in Courtenay, hiring a compact or mid-size car will be suitable as the vehicles are manageable for most people hiring in the city and are affordable in terms of hiring costs.
What's the speed limit in Courtenay?
The default speed limit in Courtenay is 40 km/h (25 mph) to 50 km/h (30 mph) in urban areas, including residential areas, school zones, and downtown Courtenay, 60 km/h (40 mph) to 100 km/h (60 mph) on rural roads, and 80 km/h (50 mph) to 110 km/h (70 mph) on highways. Some highways may use speed limits similar to that of rural roads. Check for speed signage along the road, as they may change over time. Speed cameras and photo radar are in specific areas within Courtenay; therefore, ensure you drive within the speed limit.
Where are the best places to park in Courtenay?
You can park in a free or paid car park in Courtenay. For free car park areas, consider street parking, residential streets, public facilities, recreational areas, city parks and trails, shopping centres and plazas. You can also pay for a fee in the centre, shopping centres, tourist attractions, entertainment venues, municipal parking, and ferry terminals. The cost of parking in Courtenay is about C$1 (£0.60) to C$2 (£1.20) per hour and C$5 (£3) to C$10 (£6) daily. To avoid the hassle of finding a parking space in the city centre, consider using the park-and-ride facilities located on the outskirts of Courtenay, and use public transport options to the city.
Courtenay car rental reviews and directory
National
8,0
Very Good
23 reviewsCleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
7.5
2 locations in Courtenay
Locations in Courtenay
106-1250 Knight Road
+1 250 339 0611
330 Old Island Hwy
+1 250 334 0202
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8,0 Very Good
Aug 2019
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No comment8,0 Very Good
Jun 2018
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Extra fee for drop off Ridiculous fee charged for not filling the car8,0 Very Good
Aug 2017
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Good ratesCons:
Car could have been cleaner when we picked it up. The windows were so smokey we had to stop a clean them. There extra hr charges are a little high.10,0 Wonderful
Jul 2017
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Geat custom service the rep came in as were the only customer on that flight10,0 Wonderful
May 2017
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Really went the extra mile for meCons:
Nothing it was perfect8,0 Very Good
Jul 2023
Budget
No score available yet
4 locations in Courtenay
Locations in Courtenay
1250 Knight Road
+1 250 338 7717
1555 Comox Road
+1 250 338 7717
2000 Jubilee Parkway
+1 250 923 4283
2602 South Island Highway
+1 250 923 4283
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10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2024
8,0 Very Good
Aug 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Jun 2023
10,0 Wonderful
May 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2022
7,9 Good
Sep 2021
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
No score available yet
One location in Courtenay
Locations in Courtenay
105-1250 Knight Rd
+1 833 718 3041
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10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2019
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Steve at enterprise in comox was fantastic!6,0 Okay
Dec 2021
Sunnycars
No score available yet
3 locations in Courtenay
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