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Car Rental in St. John's

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  • 7rental companies
  • from $78 per day
  • 9.0 top rated · Enterprise

A rental car here costs $142 a day on average, about $993 for a week. Hertz is the cheapest for a small car, about $118 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to May 2026.

  • In the terminal: 6 · Free shuttle bus: 1
  • Free cancellation: 7 of 7
  • Enterprise
  • National
  • Avis
  • Hertz
  • Budget
  • Dollar
  • +1

Where to pick up in St. John's

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
St. John's Airport · 6 km Airport 7 $78 20 min

Car rental prices in St. John's by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day
Economy Chevrolet Spark 3 $118
Compact Hyundai Venue, Kia Rio, Chevrolet Sonic 5 $118
Intermediate Toyota Corolla, Kia Forte 5 $78
Standard Volkswagen Jetta 4 $139
Full size Toyota Camry, Chevrolet Malibu 5 $125
Small SUV Jeep Compass, Nissan Kicks 3 $82
Medium SUV Ford Escape, Toyota Rav4 7 $133
Minivan Dodge Caravan 1 $137
Luxury Audi A4 2 $168
Small or medium truck Chevrolet Colorado 2 $132
Large truck Ford F-150 2 $134

Based on offers seen in the 12 months to May 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Chevrolet Spark rental car in St. John's Hertz

Chevrolet Spark

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $118/day
Chevrolet Sonic rental car in St. John's Hertz

Chevrolet Sonic

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $118/day
Hyundai Venue rental car in St. John's Enterprise

Hyundai Venue

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $134/day
Kia Rio rental car in St. John's Thrifty

Kia Rio

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $137/day

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Car rental companies in St. John's

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to May 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Enterprise

In the terminal Mon 08:00–23:59 · Tue 00:00–02:00 · Wed 00:00–02:00, 08:00–23:59 · Thu 00:00–02:00 · Fri–Sun 00:00–02:00, 08:00–23:59 9 min wait Credit card only
9.0
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $132/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.7 Cleanliness 9.6 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.7 Drop-off process 9.3

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Office

Enterprise at St. John's Airport
100 World Parkway, St. Johns, A1A 5T2, NL
7097383900

National

In the terminal Daily 00:00–02:00, 08:00–23:59 24 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.8
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $139/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.3 Cleanliness 9.0 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.8 Drop-off process 9.0

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $566

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Additional driver

Office

National at St. John's Airport
100 World Parkway, St Johns, A1A 5T2, NL
7097224307

Avis

In the terminal Daily 00:00–02:00, 07:30–23:59 45 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.4
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $161/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.7 Cleanliness 8.7 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.3 Drop-off process 9.1

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Deductible from $182

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Avis at St. John's Airport
100 World Parkway Airport Terminal Building, St. Johns, A1A 5T2, NL
709-722-6620

Hertz

In the terminal Daily 00:00–01:00, 08:00–23:59 23 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.4
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $118/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.1 Cleanliness 8.7 Service at the rental desk 8.5 Pick-up process 8.3 Drop-off process 8.8

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Deductible from $350

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Hertz at St. John's Airport
100 World Pkwy, St John's, Nf, St. John's International Airport, A1A 5T2, NL
7097260795

Budget

In the terminal Daily 00:00–02:00 8 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.3
Excellent 5000+ reviews
from $133/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.9 Cleanliness 9.5 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.4 Drop-off process 8.1

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Deductible from $350

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Special discount

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Budget at St. John's Airport
100 World Parkway Airport Terminal Building, St. Johns, A1A 5T2, NL
709-747-1234

Dollar

Free shuttle bus Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00 16 min wait Credit card only
7.7
Very good 1000+ reviews
from $78/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.4 Cleanliness 8.3 Service at the rental desk 7.5 Pick-up process 6.9 Drop-off process 8.6

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat

Office

Dollar at St. John's Airport
4 Craig Dobbins Way, Saint Johns, NL, Canada, A1A 4Y3
(866) 434-2226

Thrifty

In the terminal Daily 00:00–02:00, 08:00–23:59 18 min wait Credit card only
7.7
Very good 1000+ reviews
from $78/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.2 Cleanliness 8.1 Service at the rental desk 7.6 Pick-up process 7.3 Drop-off process 8.5

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Thrifty at St. John's Airport
100 World Parkway, Saint Johns, NL, Canada, A1A 0H6
(877) 283-0898

Rental conditions in St. John's

Based on 7 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to May 2026.

Driver age Minimum age 20.
Debit card Not accepted by any of the 7 suppliers.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 7 of 7 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at all 7 suppliers.
Transmission Automatic 98%, manual 2%.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 7 suppliers.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (4 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (4 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (4 suppliers). Deductible: $182–$566.
Extras Infant seat (6 suppliers), Child seat (6 suppliers), GPS (5 suppliers), Ski rack (5 suppliers), Booster seat (5 suppliers), Winter tires (1 supplier)
Special offers Pre-registration available (1 supplier), Special discount (1 supplier)

Driving in Canada: drive on the right · 0.08% blood alcohol. Driving rules

Car rental in St. John's: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 8 min at Budget to 45 min at Avis.

For a small car, Hertz is the cheapest at about $118 a day and is rated 8.4 out of 10. Enterprise is rated 9.0 and costs about $134.

98% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 7 suppliers. The minimum driver age is 20. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

Car rental in St. John's: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in St. John's?
Car rental in St. John's starts from $78 per day, and the average price is $142 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to May 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $425 for a 3-day weekend and $993 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in St. John's?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in St. John's are:
  • Enterprise: rated 9.0/10 by 2000+ customers
  • National: rated 8.8/10 by 1000+ customers
  • Avis: rated 8.4/10 by 1000+ customers
Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to May 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in St. John's?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in St. John's are:
  • Hertz: about $118 per day
  • Enterprise: about $134 per day
  • Thrifty: about $137 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to May 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car in St. John's?
It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page.
  • Desk in or next to the terminal: Enterprise, National and Avis
  • Free shuttle bus to the rental office: Dollar
Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in St. John's and return it somewhere else?
Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in St. John's?
The minimum age to rent a car in St. John's is usually 21, although some companies accept drivers from 18 and others require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year.

Can I rent a car in St. John's with a debit card?
Rental companies in St. John's typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in St. John's offer unlimited mileage?
5 rental companies in St. John's include unlimited mileage on all cars, among them Enterprise, National and Hertz. Avis and Budget offer it on some cars only. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use in St. John's?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in St. John's are:
  • Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee. Offered by National, Avis and Hertz.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

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