Most popular company | Trust Auto |
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Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | $76 |
Cheapest price per day | $23 |
Price | $35 - $111 |
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January
$36
February
$34
March
$34
April
$41
May
$49
June
$77
July
$90
August
$96
September
$50
October
$57
November
$42
December
$58
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Canada is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
In Canada, there are 2,671 active hire locations from 100 car hire companies. SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Canada in the past week - currently priced from $23/day. View deals for 6 car types available to hire in this destination:
Small cars | $68 - $124 | |
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All Car Types | $71 - $126 |
To hire a small car in Canada, you would pay an average price of $87/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Canada (~$68/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$124/day). In fact, March is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canada, hiring a small car saves you 12% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Canada small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Canada, you would pay an average price of $89/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Canada (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$120/day). In fact, November is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canada, hiring a medium car saves you 10% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Canada medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in Canada, you would pay an average price of $113/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Canada (~$85/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$158/day). In fact, February is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canada, hiring a large car is 14% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Canada large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a SUV in Canada, you would pay an average price of $97/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Canada (~$59/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$129/day). In fact, February is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canada, hiring a SUV saves you 2% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Canada SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a van in Canada, you would pay an average price of $120/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Canada (~$83/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$195/day). In fact, November is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canada, hiring a van is 19% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a pickup truck in Canada, you would pay an average price of $58/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Canada (~$62/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$264/day). In fact, December is about 6% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canada, hiring a pickup truck saves you 41% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Canada pickup truck hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a luxury car in Canada, you would pay an average price of $101/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Canada (~$45/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$176/day). In fact, February is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canada, hiring a luxury car is 4% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Canada luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a convertible in Canada, you would pay an average price of $75/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Canada (~$79/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$225/day). In fact, December is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canada, hiring a convertible saves you 24% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
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Hiring a car in Canada offers flexibility and freedom, allowing you to explore the cities and remote, rural areas at your own pace. The country’s vast landscapes and well-maintained highways make road trips enjoyable, plus attractions like the Icefields Parkway in Alberta, the Cabot Trail in Nova Scotia and the Okanagan Valley in BC are best explored by car. While public transit is efficient in cities, some remote areas and landmarks such as the Athabasca Sand Dunes in Saskatchewan and Dinosaur Provincial Park in Alberta are only accessible by car. All things considered, hiring a car in Canada is a wise option if you wish to explore beyond city limits and immerse yourself in Canada’s natural beauty.
Driving in Canada is a unique experience, characterised by vast landscapes, well-maintained roads and a courteous driving culture. Canadians drive on the right-hand side of the road, just like their American neighbours. However, unlike America, Canadian speed limits are posted in kilometres per hour. While toll roads are not widespread, you will find some in Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. The quality of roads is generally good, but it can vary, especially in remote areas. Overall, driving in Canada offers a pleasant blend of safety and adventure.
The minimum age to hire a car in Canada is generally 21. However, in provinces like Saskatchewan and Quebec, some hire car agencies are open to accepting drivers as young as 18. Just be aware that drivers under 25 often have to pay a surcharge known as a young driver fee. The exact cost of this surcharge varies by hire location, but it's generally added daily, meaning it can add up quickly. To collect your hire car, you’ll also need to show a valid driver’s licence and, if your licence is not in English or French, an International Driving Permit. It’s always recommended to check with the car hire company for specific requirements and potential surcharges before planning your trip.
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, FlexWays (10.0 rating), Yoyo Auto (10.0 rating) and U-Save (8.6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Canada.
With an average price of $70/day, Thrifty is the most popular car hire provider in Canada, booking 161% more hire cars than any other provider.
At $43/day, the cheapest car hire price in Canada was found in Toronto. On average, Ottawa has the cheapest daily rental car price ($54/day), which is 38% below average price for cities in Canada.
Cars travel on the right side of the road in Canada.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Canada. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($42+).