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Cheap Car Hire in Ontario from $18

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Ontario with a pick-up date of 5/12 and drop-off date of 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Ontario car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Ontario. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Most popular company

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$73

Cheapest price per day

$18

Ontario car hire prices in popular cities

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Ontario, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 256 pickup locations in Ontario to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Price

$32 - $47

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Ontario?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Ontario and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

January

$35

February

$35

March

$33

April

$39

May

$47

June

$75

July

$87

August

$93

September

$49

October

$55

November

$41

December

$56

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Ontario is March. 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.

Popular car types in Ontario

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Ontario and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

There are 100 hire agencies servicing Ontario. These agencies, altogether, have 2,670 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Ontario with prices from $18 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Ontario:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Convertible

Convertible

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Ontario

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Ontario to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Small cars

$64 - $124

All Car Types

$74 - $121

To hire a small car in Ontario, you would pay an average price of $81/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Ontario (~$64/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$124/day). In fact, March is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ontario, hiring a small car saves you 16% 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 Ontario small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Ontario, you would pay an average price of $87/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Ontario (~$60/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$114/day). In fact, November is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ontario, hiring a medium car saves you 9% 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 Ontario medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Ontario, you would pay an average price of $110/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Ontario (~$87/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$158/day). In fact, January is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ontario, 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 Ontario large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Ontario, you would pay an average price of $99/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Ontario (~$77/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$125/day). In fact, February is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ontario, hiring a SUV 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 Ontario SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Ontario, you would pay an average price of $117/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Ontario (~$82/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$189/day). In fact, November is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ontario, hiring a van is 18% 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 Ontario, you would pay an average price of $54/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Ontario (~$60/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$255/day). In fact, December is about 9% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ontario, hiring a pickup truck saves you 43% 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.

To hire a luxury car in Ontario, you would pay an average price of $103/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Ontario (~$43/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$170/day). In fact, February is about 59% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ontario, hiring a luxury car is 8% 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 convertible in Ontario, you would pay an average price of $66/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Ontario (~$89/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$218/day). In fact, May is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ontario, hiring a convertible saves you 31% 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.

Toyota Yaris$18/day
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Toyota Yaris
Kia Picanto$25/day
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Kia Picanto
Hyundai Accent Hatch$29/day
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Hyundai Accent Hatch

Top hire agencies in Ontario

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Ontario known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Ontario. Reviews were last updated on 21 November 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Ontario region, including those located within the Toronto, Ottawa and Sault Ste Marie area. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
225 reviews100 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

Hertz

7.4
Good
161 reviews31 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.1

Budget

7.3
Good
182 reviews39 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.0

Alamo

9.0
Wonderful
69 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.1

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.6

National

8.4
Very Good
32 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.9

City Car & Truck Rental

8.2
Very Good
61 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.2

Avis

7.8
Good
96 reviews45 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.6

Thrifty

7.4
Good
44 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.4

Best Ontario car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Ontario. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Ontario with an average daily rate of $86. Data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on car hires within the Ontario region, including options close to Toronto, Ottawa and Sault Ste Marie. If these deals don't match what you're looking for, not to worry -- deals are updated on a regular basis.
Hyundai Avante$18/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Avante
Kia Rio$18/day
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Toyota Camry$20/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Camry

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Ontario, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Ontario?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $73/day when booking a car hire in Ontario. The absolute best deal a user found was for $44/day from Routes Car & Truck Rentals, booked on Nov. 17.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Ontario?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Ontario from the following companies over the past two weeks: SURPRICE CAR RENTAL ($29/day), Dollar ($37/day), and Thrifty ($45/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Ontario?

    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 Ontario.

  • What are petrol prices like in Ontario?

    The average price of petrol in Ontario is $1.91/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $86 and $124 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Ontario for a week from Routes Car & Truck Rentals?

    Routes Car & Truck Rentals is one of the top picks in Ontario. They can have you in a hire car for about $235 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Ontario for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 45% on your car hire. For a below average price in Ontario, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Ontario?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Ontario for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Ontario for a month?

    The average cost of a car hire in Ontario for a month is $1,009. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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Small car hires in Ontario

Find small car hire deals in Ontario from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Ontario cost an average of $66 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Mitsubishi Mirage$59/day
2
5
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A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Nissan March$59/day
2
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A/C
Nissan March
Mitsubishi Mirage$60/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

Luxury car hires in Ontario

Find luxury car hire deals in Ontario from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Ontario cost an average of $77 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
An assortment of some of the best deals we've found on luxury car hires in Ontario, including options close to Toronto, Ottawa and Sault Ste Marie. Make sure to take a close look at each offer to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$61/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$66/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$68/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car hires by fuel type in Ontario

Browse car hires by fuel type in Ontario. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Ontario. Deals were last updated on 21 November 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Ontario. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($30+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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