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Courtenay car hire

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Courtenay car hire information

Pick-up locationCourtenay
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Hire locations3
Airport locations0

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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.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Courtenay for £51 or less
  • Book your car hire in Courtenay at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

FAQs about car hire in Courtenay

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

    On average a car hire in Courtenay costs £54 per day.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Courtenay?

    The average price of fuel in Courtenay is £4.27 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £51 and £68, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Courtenay?

    Standard (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Courtenay.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Comox airport (YQQ)?

    The only car hire company onsite at Comox airport is Budget.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Comox airport (YQQ)?

    The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Comox airport to off-airport locations is Budget.

  • 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 £62 per day, on average.

  • How much does a car hire in Courtenay cost for a week?

    On average a car hire in Courtenay costs £375 per week (£54 per day).

  • How much does a car hire in Courtenay cost for a month?

    On average a car hire in Courtenay costs £1,607 per month (£54 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Courtenay?

    Most car hire providers in Courtenay offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Courtenay, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

  • 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 hire reviews and directory

National

8.0

Very Good

23 reviews
Best rated

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

7.5

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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8.0 Very Good

Aug 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

No comment

8.0 Very Good

Jun 2018

KAYAK

Cons:

Extra fee for drop off Ridiculous fee charged for not filling the car

8.0 Very Good

Aug 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Good rates

Cons:

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

KAYAK

Pros:

Geat custom service the rep came in as were the only customer on that flight

10.0 Wonderful

May 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Really went the extra mile for me

Cons:

Nothing it was perfect

8.0 Very Good

Jul 2023

KAYAK
No problems.

1 out of 4

Budget

No score available yet

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Most popular

4 locations in Courtenay

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Locations in Courtenay

1250 Knight Road

+1 250 338 7717

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00

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

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Feb 2024

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

8.0 Very Good

Aug 2023

KAYAK
Location awesome. At the drop off I was asked if I brought it back full. I said yes and instead of saying ok, he said May I see your receipt.. no reason to ask if you are not going to trust the answer.Would be better to simply ask for the receipt up front to confirm..he did the same thing for damages. Asked me if there was any damage. I said no and then he made me wait while he went to check. Just tell me up front that he was going to do a vehicle check and he could confirm it was full and undamaged.

10.0 Wonderful

Jun 2023

KAYAK
Staff were very friendly and after dropping off the car one of the members of the staff drove me back to the house that I was staying, which was great.

10.0 Wonderful

May 2023

KAYAK
Hassle free

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2022

KAYAK
helpful friendly staff great car but hire pricy

7.9 Good

Sept 2021

KAYAK
I was nervous dropping my Budget car at the Comox Airport at 5am. No Budget parking spaces available so I had to put it in short term parking. (No cost but I was nervous they might not find the car). I did call when I got off of the plane and they had found the car so all was good. Janice

1 out of 3

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

Aug 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Steve at enterprise in comox was fantastic!

6.0 Okay

Dec 2021

KAYAK
Paid a little more for Ford Edge(or similar) as it's a little bigger than the Escapes/Rav4s etc and I typically have a truck (to which there's none available) yet still got given an escape?! Didn't have the time or patience to contest getting the appropriate one so took the escape. Ready to leave then I'm told one tire has low pressure and I have to wait while someone goes to the nearest gas station and pumps it up. Sure enough by the time I'm returning the car 3 days later the tires at low pressure warning again as it obviously has a small leak. Pretty average stuff when you're paying over $300 to drive something for 3 days.

1 out of 1

Sunnycars

No score available yet

3 locations in Courtenay

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Locations in Courtenay

106-1330 Knight Road

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2000 Jubilee Parkway

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320 Old Island Highway

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37 travellers who hired a car in Courtenay gave the car agency they used an average rating of 8.0

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Most popular agency

Budget

Most popular car type

Standard

Average price

£54/day

Good deal

£51/day

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Car hire insurance in Courtenay

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Courtenay car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend being aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Courtenay.

Deductible

Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a non-deductible option to your Courtenay car hire.