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Mitsubishi Mirage
or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
£34.78
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0
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Nissan Versa
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£34.78
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0
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Hyundai Elantra
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£34.78
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0
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Ford Escape
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£48.75
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0
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Chevrolet Malibu
or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£40.90
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0
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Ford Edge
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£50.11
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0
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Ram 1500
or similar Full-size Regular Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£80.52
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0
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Kia Rio
or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
£84.25
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way
Drop-off information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way
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Nissan Versa
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£86.11
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way
Drop-off information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way
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Dodge Grand Caravan
or similar Mini Van
Automatic
7
A/C
5
£92.91
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
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Drop-off information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0
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Mazda 3
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£96.01
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way
Drop-off information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way
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Chevrolet Malibu
or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£102.35
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way
Drop-off information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way
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Ford Escape
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£107.64
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way
Drop-off information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way
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Ram 1500
or similar Premium Regular Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£113.72
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way
Drop-off information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way
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Ford Expedition
or similar Full-size SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
4
£120.07
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way
Drop-off information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way
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GMC Terrain
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£120.64
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way
Drop-off information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way
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Chrysler Pacifica
or similar Mini Van
Automatic
7
A/C
4
£120.64
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
3350 Spitfire Way
Drop-off information
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3350 Spitfire Way
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 01:31 on 23/10/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest Car Hire Rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Airport information
- Top 5 locations near Nanaimo Airport
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Nanaimo Airport and for how long?
- Car hire information
- Most popular car models of suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: 22 Oct 2026)
- Car Hire Statistics
- Top 2 suppliers at Nanaimo Airport in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English, French
Currency
CAD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Dialing code
+1
Average car hire price
£56 per day
Average car hire length
5 days
Speed limit within city centre
40–70 km/h
or
25–43 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
80–110 km/h
or
50–68 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average petrol price
£0.97 per litre or £3.67 per gallon
Lowest petrol price
£0.85 per litre or £3.22 per gallon
Highest petrol price
£1.12 per litre or £4.24 per gallon
Airport information
Name
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
IATA
YCD
ICAO
CYCD
Overall rating
5.9 / 10
Getting to the airport
8.3
Check-in and departures
8.7
Facilities and services
4.8
Wi-Fi
7.1
Dining and car hire services
3.2
Lounge
3.2
Top 5 locations near Nanaimo Airport
- Vancouver Airportstarting at £18.86 per day52.3 km / 32.5 miles
- Calgary Airportstarting at £19.90 per day738.6 km / 458.94 miles
- Windsor International Airportstarting at £32.50 per day3,225.7 km / 2,004.36 miles
- Toronto Airportstarting at £14.21 per day3,396.9 km / 2,110.74 miles
- Quebec City Airportstarting at £25.22 per day3,839.7 km / 2,385.88 miles
Map of top car rental locations
A
National
3350 Spitfire Way,
B
Budget
3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0
When to book at Nanaimo Airport and for how long?
In which month is car hire at Nanaimo Airport the most affordable?
Prices for hiring a car at Nanaimo Airport fluctuate depending on the time of year. This table and graph can help you find the best bargain.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthDecember | Most expensive month September | ||
| Average price £110 | A good deal £41 | Cheapest supplier Budget | Cheapest car type Large cars |
Average price for hiring a car per day at Nanaimo Airport
£54
£27
£0
£23
in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
£43
in April
Apr
£33
in May
May
£36
in June
Jun
£45
in July
Jul
£47
in August
Aug
£49
in September
Sep
Oct
£22
in November
Nov
£17
in December
Dec
The best month to hire a car at Nanaimo Airport is December — when the average price for a hire is £17.38 per day. This is 84% less than the yearly average and 65% less than hiring a car in September (when the average price is £49.06 per day).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
What time of year sees the highest demand for car hire at Nanaimo Airport?
Given the number of users searching for a car at Nanaimo Airport, there is a higher probability of travellers hiring a car in June in comparison to hiring a car in in May.
Monthly Car Hire Searches at Nanaimo Airport Compared to the Yearly Average
2.4
1.2
0
0.7 times in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
0.7 times in April
Apr
0.4 times in May
May
2.2 times in June
Jun
0.7 times in July
Jul
1.4 times in August
Aug
1.4 times in September
Sep
Oct
1.1 times in November
Nov
0.4 times in December
Dec
For how long do most travellers hire cars for at Nanaimo Airport?
How long travellers keep their hire cars varies by the time of year: in April the average hire period is 11 days, while in January, the average hire period is only 3 days.
Average number of hire days at Nanaimo Airport
12
6
0
3 days in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
11 days in April
Apr
4 days in May
May
6 days in June
Jun
7 days in July
Jul
3 days in August
Aug
7 days in September
Sep
Oct
5 days in November
Nov
7 days in December
Dec
Car hire information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Budget, National |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Large cars, medium cars, small cars, SUVs |
| 🤑 Lowest price | £26 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Budget |
Most popular car models of suppliers
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | Hyundai Elantra | 4 | Large car |
| Budget | Nissan Versa | 4 | Medium car |
| National | Kia Rio | 4 | Small car |
| Budget | Mitsubishi Mirage | 4 | Small car |
| National | Nissan Versa | 4 | Medium car |
| National | Kia Seltos | 5 | SUV |
| National | Toyota Tacoma | 4 | Large car |
| Budget | Ford Escape | 4 | SUV |
| National | Chrysler Pacifica | 4 | Van |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: 22 Oct 2026)
Prices are lowest during December, starting at £17 for an Economy car and highest in September, when economy cars start at £49. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month at Nanaimo Airport is June, while the least popular month is May.
Nanaimo Airport hosts: National, Budget. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Yes, most companies at Nanaimo Airport support after-hours returns. Park in the designated return area, lock the car, and drop the keys in the secure drop box. Take timestamped photos of the car's condition after parking to protect yourself.
Usually, yes, if the desk is open. You may be charged for extra hours if you pick up significantly earlier. Rental desks at Nanaimo Airport typically operate from 08:00-23:59.
Picking up a rental car at Nanaimo Airport (YCD) is typically 1.25% more expensive than in Nanaimo (Downtown) due to airport surcharges. Offices downtown may have lower base rates. Compare both options when booking, keeping in mind the transport cost of reaching the downtown location.
Car Hire Statistics
Highest-rated company
National (rated 8.6 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Budget (rated 8.3 / 10)
Total rental companies
2
Average daily price
£56
Lowest daily price
£26
Total cars available
26
Top 2 suppliers at Nanaimo Airport in 2026
National
8.6
Very Good
Value for money
8.6
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.9
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.3
Car condition
9.3
£84–£131
per day
3350 Spitfire Way,
+12502452636
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-23:59; 00:00-00:30
Tue
00:00-00:30; 08:00-23:59
Wed
00:00-00:30; 08:00-23:59
Thu
00:00-00:30; 08:00-23:59
Fri
00:00-00:30; 08:00-23:59
Sat
00:00-00:30; 08:00-23:59
Sun
00:00-00:30; 08:00-23:59
Budget
8.3
Good
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.5
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.6
Car condition
8.6
£26–£93
per day
3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0
+12507607368
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:30
Tue
08:00-17:30
Wed
08:00-17:30
Thu
08:00-17:30
Fri
08:00-17:30
Sat
08:00-17:00
Sun
09:00-17:00
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