Courtenay car hire

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Most popular car type

Standard

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Courtenay car hire

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

How far in advance should you book car hire in Courtenay?

You should book your car hire in Courtenay around 48 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Courtenay?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Courtenay are National (7.3, 9 reviews), Budget (0.0, 10 reviews), and Sunnycars (0.0).
National
National
Rated 7.3/10
Budget
Budget
Rated 0.0/10
Sunnycars
Sunnycars
Rated 0.0/10
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 0.0/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Courtenay?

SUV cars (Hyundai Kona or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Courtenay. SUV cars in Courtenay cost R1 333/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as R1 122/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Courtenay?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Courtenay is November at an average cost of R529/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Courtenay when prices are R1 463/day on average, which tends to be 2 826% above the yearly average hire price for Courtenay.

Which car hire company in Courtenay has the most locations?

Budget operates 4 locations in Courtenay, more than any other car hire company.

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.
  • Intermediate hire cars in Courtenay are around 28% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car 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 Standard car hire cost in Courtenay?

    A Standard car hire in Courtenay costs R1 257 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Courtenay?

    A Compact car hire in Courtenay costs R1 350 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Courtenay?

    An Intermediate car hire in Courtenay costs R1 270 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

 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

National

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

6.6

2 locations in Courtenay

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Locations in Courtenay

106-1250 Knight Road

+1 250 339 0611

Monday06:30 - 23:59
Tuesday06:30 - 23:59
Wednesday06:30 - 23:59
Thursday06:30 - 23:59
Friday06:30 - 23:59
Saturday06:30 - 23:59
Sunday08:00 - 23:59

330 Old Island Hwy

+1 250 334 0202

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 23:59
Sunday09:00 - 17:00

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10,0 Wonderful

Denise, Nov 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Wry easy process. Ar was upgraded to SUV - that was appreciated. Clerks at the counter were knowledgeable & courteous, explaining g the rental process & what was expected in return. Good pricing for a weeks rental. Would definitely use National again.

1 out of 3

Budget

No score available yet

4 locations in Courtenay

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1250 Knight Road

+1 250 338 7717

Monday22:00 - 22:4509:00 - 17:00
Tuesday22:00 - 22:4509:00 - 17:00
Wednesday22:00 - 22:4509:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:0022:00 - 22:45
Friday22:00 - 22:4509:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:0022:00 - 22:45

1555 Comox Road

+1 250 338 7717

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday12:30 - 17:0008:00 - 23:59

2000 Jubilee Parkway

+1 250 923 4283

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday08:00 - 23:59
Sunday08:00 - 23:59

2602 South Island Highway

+1 250 923 4283

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00

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4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Compact

KAYAK
To much extra fee's and taxes. In the reservation was the price 400 dollar and at the pickup was the price 600 dollar That is not acceptable!

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
The final price was much higher than the price in the reservation. Ther was so much extra fee's and taxes. The price goes up from 400 dollar to 600 dollar for 4 days without insurance. That's an increase of 50 percent. That's not really acceptable. That was my first an last time with kayak and budget.

6,0 Okay

Anonymous, May 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
After you add on their third party insurance it was extremely expensive, worked out to be $143 per day. That is extremely expensive in my books. The car was clean though and exactly what we booked.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
The whole process was easy and I loved being able to return to the airport.

1 out of 4

Sunnycars

No score available yet

3 locations in Courtenay

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Locations in Courtenay

106-1250 Knight Road

Opening times not available

19-2000 Jubilee Pky

Opening times not available

320 Old Island Hwy

Opening times not available

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

No score available yet

One location in Courtenay

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Locations in Courtenay

105-1250 Knight Rd

+1 833 718 3041

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Seamless pickup and drop off . New Mercedes SUV.

1 out of 1

3 travellers who hired a car in Courtenay gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.3

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