St. John's car rentals from C$ 51/day
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in St. John's
- Car rentals in St John’s provide a flexible means of exploring the capital of Antigua and Barbuda and nearby regions. You can drive to various parts of the island inaccessible by public transport without worrying about fixed schedules. With St. John's car rentals, you can drive to Nelson's Dockyard in English Harbour, approximately 12 miles from the capital, and explore the beautifully restored buildings, learn about the island's maritime history, and enjoy stunning views of the harbor. Another perfect location for a day trip is Shirley Heights, approximately 9 miles from St John’s, known for its panoramic views overlooking English Harbour.
- V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU), approximately 5 miles northeast of St. John's, is the primary airport serving the island’s capital. The airport hosts different car rentals in St. John's, including Avis, Budget, Carter’s, Capital, Hertz, Dollar, Naj, Oakland, and Thrifty. When you arrive at the airport, you’ll find the car rental desks in the main Terminal, Ground Floor. Some providers are available offsite but within the airport premises. They offer frequent free shuttles between the airport and their offsite rental desks.
- Driving in St John’s can be enjoyable, especially if you are comfortable driving on the left side of the road. The roads are generally good and well-maintained, but you may encounter rough and unpaved sections in rural zones. Potholes and speed bumps are common on these roads, so slow down when driving on rough sections. Nights can be pitch black because the roads are poorly lit, and you may come across people and animals walking at the sides of the road during this time. Be extra cautious when driving at night.
- St John’s experiences heavy traffic during certain times of the day and peak travel months from November to May. Rush hour in the capital typically starts from 7 am to 9 am and from 5 pm to 9 pm. The main roads leading into and out of the city become congested during this period, taking you longer to get around. If you are not comfortable driving in heavy traffic, plan your trip carefully and avoid driving during the busiest times of the day.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in St. John's for C$ 45 or less
- Book your rental car in St. John's at least 1 week before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport rental car locations in St. John's are around 24% cheaper than airport locations on average
- Economy rental cars in St. John's are around 58% cheaper than other car types, on average
St. John's car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about renting a car in St. John's
How much does it cost to rent a car in St. John's?
On average a rental car in St. John's costs C$ 56 per day.
What is the cheapest car rental company in St. John's?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Dollar (C$ 51/day), Ace (C$ 58/day) and Drive A Matic (C$ 60/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Dollar V.c Intl Ap null (6 kilometers from city center).
Can I rent an automatic car in St. John's?
Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in St. John's. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.
What is the most popular rental car in St. John's?
Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in St. John's.
How can I find car rentals near me in St. John's?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does an Economy car rental cost in St. John's?
An Economy car rental in St. John's costs C$ 46 per day, on average.
How much does a Full Size car rental cost in St. John's?
A Full Size car rental in St. John's costs C$ 141 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car rental cost in St. John's?
A Standard car rental in St. John's costs C$ 76 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in St. John's?
In St. John's, cars are most frequently rented at Budget V. C. Bird Intl Airport (6 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in St. John's?
On average a rental car in St. John's costs C$ 393 per week (C$ 56 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in St. John's?
On average a rental car in St. John's costs C$ 1,685 per month (C$ 56 per day).
What type of car is recommended for driving in St John’s?
St John’s has generally good roads, and most popular destinations are accessible by a regular car. The type of car to rent depends on your needs. Consider an economy rental if you are exploring the island alone and have less luggage. A minivan rental is ideal if you travel as a group and have more luggage. You can rent an SUV with proper ground clearance for off-road destinations. Car rentals in St John’s have different types of vehicles that match your needs.
What is the speed limit in St John’s?
The general speed limit in St John’s is 20 mph in built-up areas like the city and villages and 40 mph on highways. There are no speed cameras, but the police are stationed in various locations with speed guns. Speeding tickets can be excessive, so always watch out for the speed limits on different roads to avoid them.
Where are the best places to park in St John’s?
Finding a parking spot in St John’s can be challenging, but not impossible. On-street parking is available, but it might be difficult to find a spot, especially during. You can consider government-owned parking lots like the Sir Vivian Richards Highway Parking Lot or the Fort James Parking Lot, which are much cheaper, charging around 2 XCD (0.74 USD) to 4 XCD (1.48 USD) per hour. Private parking lots like the Fort Barrington Parking Lot are slightly expensive, at around 5 XCD (1.84 USD) per hour. Most resorts on the island offer free parking for their guests. You can confirm this when making a reservation.
St. John's car rental reviews and directory All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Ace
10.0
Wonderful
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in St. John's
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Suite 373
+1 800 581 8773
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Thrifty
7.5
Good
Read 4 reviewsCleanliness
7.4
Comfort
6.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.0
Value for money
7.2
One location in St. John's
Locations in St. John's
V.c Bird Intl Ap
+1 268 462 9532
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8.0 Very good
kiam-, Sep 2024
Standard SUV
10.0 Wonderful
william, Apr 2024
SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2022
Dollar
7.4
Good
Read 1 reviewCleanliness
7.0
Comfort
7.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
7.2
4 locations in St. John's
Locations in St. John's
Allegro Resort Hotel
+1 268 462 0362
Jolly Beach Hotel
+1 268 462 0362
Sr Modesta St
+1 268 462 0362
V.c Intl Ap
+1 268 462 0362
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2022
Avis
5.5
Fair
Read 5 reviewsCleanliness
5.1
Comfort
5.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.4
Value for money
5.3
One location in St. John's
Locations in St. John's
V.C. Bird Intl Apo
+1 268 462 2840
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4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Compact
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Compact
4.0 Mediocre
Joe, May 2023
Premium SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Rhiana, May 2023
Premium SUV
2.0 Poor
Mike, Feb 2023
Compact
Budget
5.2
Fair
Read 11 reviewsCleanliness
4.9
Comfort
5.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.7
Value for money
5.2
3 locations in St. John's
Locations in St. John's
Airport Boulevard
+1 268 561 6399
High Street
+1 268 736 6401
V. C. Bird Intl Airport
+1 268 736 6400
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10.0 Wonderful
Mrs. Niya, May 2021
Pros:
The staff was awesome!!! Very friendly.Cons:
Maybe a map around Antigua and better tires on the car we rented. For the type of terrain we were driving in the tires were weak. It was scary to think we could have gotten a flat at any moment not really knowing where things were located. But overall adventurous and great little car for our trip!4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, May 2021
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First car offered had over 150,000 Km and was filthy inside. Both the AC and the power windows didn’t work. They agreed to give us another car which we accepted, but that one too had a broken passengers side power mirror whose motor was constantly running.2.0 Poor
Leonid, Apr 2021
Cons:
This place is a small parking lot owned by local mechanic. All cars are old and in terrible condition. I’ve had to return two cars as both had mechanical issues. Second car tire got flat over night after one day use. Don’t expect to see any real Budget quality I went to other rental Thrifty and got a perfect car for the rest of my trip. STAY AWAY from Budget on Antigua island!!!2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Nov 2019
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We booked a rental car with Budget, when going to pick up the car they told us they didnt have any car for us. they had our reservation, but no car! We were told that this do happen and that they in those cases handed us over to Hertz instead. At Hertz we had to argue that we would have the same deal, as their cheapest car was gonna be $10 more expensive than the deal we had confirmed with Budget. This is absolutely ridiculous. We book a car, had a confirmation, then they dont actually have the car, ship us over to someone else and we have to pay a much more expensive price! At Hertz we told them that the confirmation we had stated $25 per day, so the lady was going to clear it with the manager as this was lower than what their standard prices. The representative came back after a few minutes and told us that they could do the $25 for us, as she had cleared it with her manager. Foolishly of us, we did not double check this! They had a holding of $500 on our card, and when we asked what the total was we were told that it would be deducted from the $500 and the rest was going to be released again. We asked twice about the total and she did not tell us. We later realised that she had put $35 per day, instead of the $25 as verbally agreed, so obviously this was the reason why she didnt tell us the total! We feel very cheated by the behavior of both Budget who didn't uphold the confirmation that they had a car for us and by the representative at Hertz who fully knew what she was doing!!8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Apr 2023
Economy
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Apr 2023
Economy
Hertz
4.0
Mediocre
Cleanliness
5.2
Comfort
5.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
5.6
6 locations in St. John's
Locations in St. John's
Carlisle Estate Ap Road
+1 268 481 4440
Coolidge
+1 268 462 4440
Cruise Ship Pier Duty Free Are
+1 268 481 4440
Deep Bay
+1 268 481 4457
Jolly Harbour Hotel
+1 268 481 4456
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Sir George Walter Highway, P.O.Box 180, Suite 373
+1 268 562 8900
V.C. Bird International Airport - Meet & Greet, Burma Rd, Osbourn
+1 268 562 8900
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Blue Waters, Saint Johns Antigua
+1 268 764 9344
Saint Johns Airport
+1 268 764 9344
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V.C Bird International Airport [ANU] - Representative will meet outside arrivals area.
+1 268 726 4066
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Belmont Clinic Complex, All Saints Road, St. John’s, Antigua
+1 268 720 1654
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Good to know
Most popular agency | Budget |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Economy |
Average price | C$ 56/day |
Good deal | C$ 45/day |
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St. John's car rental information
| Pick-up location | St. John's |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Economy, Intermediate SUV, Mini, Minivan, Passenger Van |
| Rental locations | 34 |
| Airport locations | 9 |
| Popular agencies | Dollar, Ace, Drive A Matic |