Car hires in Halifax, Nova Scotia

In most cases, there is no fee when you cancel your Halifax car hire. You can check to see whether or not your preferred car hire company in Halifax offers free cancellation when booking with momondo.

We recommend hiring an Economy car when visiting Halifax during the month of March. While an Economy car doesn’t handle ice and snow very well, it is an ideal car for mild temperatures and rain. In March, Halifax experiences temperatures averaging 4 °C and 118 mm of precipitation - ideal conditions for renting an Economy car. Hiring a Economy in Halifax will cost you €36/day on average.

The speed limit in Halifax is 60 km/h, unless otherwise stated on road signs. Halifax also has a suburban speed limit of 110 km/h which is strictly enforced. If you find yourself on a motorway in Halifax, be aware that the speed limit is generally 120 km/h.

Thrifty has the Toyota RAV4 (and other similar SUV vehicles) for hire in Halifax. You can expect to hire the Toyota RAV4 in Halifax from Thrifty for €57/day on average.Thrifty also has other SUV car hires in Halifax in case you change your mind about the Toyota RAV4. For instance, the Nissan Kicks is available in Halifax from Thrifty.

During the month of February the average temperature in Halifax is -4 °C and the expected precipitation is 105 mm. This information is useful for travellers looking for a car hire in Halifax.

If you’re looking for a Halifax hire car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of February it’s important to know that the rest of Nova Scotia typically has a temperature of -4 °C and will usually expect 105 mm of precipitation.

Prices for cars in Halifax are refreshed on a daily basis.

The number of operators available for cars in Halifax is 27 as of February 2025.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Halifax. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen hire company before booking.

When hiring a car in Halifax, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of hire and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.