Ontario

Cheap Car Hire in Ontario from R425

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Ontario with a pick-up date of 3/5 and drop-off date of 26/5. 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.
Toronto, ON, Canada
May 4 — May 11
Driver's age: 26-65
Toronto, ON, Canada
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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 27 April 2024.

Most common car type

Standard

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 27 April 2024.

January

R434

February

R434

March

R415

April

R510

May

R737

June

R1 058

July

R1 209

August

R1 209

September

R793

October

R699

November

R529

December

R718

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Ontario is March. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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 27 April 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Ontario this past week from 2 614 hire locations out of 95 hire agencies. Prices for a Ontario small car hire start from R425/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for rental 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 27 April 2024.

Small cars

R463 - R3 269

All Car Types

R547 - R1 896

To hire a small car in Ontario, you would pay an average price of R964/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Ontario (~R463/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R3 269/day). In fact, November is about 52% 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, renting a small car saves you 14% 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 R1 040/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Ontario (~R608/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R2 199/day). In fact, July is about 42% 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, renting a medium car saves you 8% 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 SUV in Ontario, you would pay an average price of R1 024/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Ontario (~R416/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 209/day). In fact, March is about 60% 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, renting a SUV 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen Polo VivoR425/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota Corolla QuestR429/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Top rental 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 27 April 2024.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,3
Very Good
651 reviews85 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

8,0

Avis

7,5
Good
114 reviews42 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,4

Budget

7,4
Good
169 reviews35 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,2

Hertz

7,3
Good
205 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,1

Dollar

7,0
Good
121 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,2

Alamo

9,2
Wonderful
50 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,3

Overall

9,2

Pick-up/drop-off

9,2

Value

8,8

National

8,3
Very Good
40 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

7,8

Thrifty

7,3
Good
68 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,5

Best Ontario car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Ontario. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Ontario with an average daily rate of R513. Data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Volkswagen Polo VivoR425/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota Corolla QuestR429/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
BMW 3 SeriesR501/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Ontario, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 April 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Ontario?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Ontario from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget (R425/day), Thrifty (R468/day), and Dollar (R790/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Trust Auto (10,0 rating), Alamo (8,5 rating) and Driving Force (8,5 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 R26,09/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 174 and R1 696 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Ontario for a week from Ace?

    Ace is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Ontario. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R2 914 per week.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 47% on a hire car in Ontario. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Ontario.

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Car hires by fuel type in Ontario

Browse car hires by fuel type in Ontario. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Ontario. Deals were last updated on 27 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Ontario. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R18+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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