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Alberta car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Alberta. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 August 2026.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R594

Cheapest price per day

R566
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Cheapflights insights for Alberta car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Alberta, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Alberta?

To get the best deal on car hire in Alberta, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R693, which is about 1 424% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Alberta?

In Alberta, the most affordable car hire company right now is Enterprise Rent-A-Car, offering prices from just R19,22/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hertz, with rates starting at R20,32/day.

What is the best car rental company in Alberta?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Alberta is National (rated 8.5/10). Driving Force (rated 7.6/10) is also highly rated by our users.

National
National
8.5
Driving Force
Driving Force
7.6
Avis
Avis
7.5
Thrifty
Thrifty
7.5

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Alberta?

Planning to hire a car in Alberta? January is the cheapest month, costing about R499 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 176. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R499

February

R507

March

R604

April

R588

May

R741

June

R1 023

July

R1 176

August

R1 047

September

R789

October

R669

November

R499

December

R636

Which car hire company has the most locations in Alberta?

Avis has 20 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Final Rentals has the second-highest number of locations in Alberta at 1.

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Top rental agencies in Alberta

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Alberta known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Alberta. Reviews were last updated on 10 August 2026.

National

13 locations
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Driving Force

11 locations
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Avis

20 locations
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Thrifty

10 locations
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Budget

23 locations
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Europcar

5 locations
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Routes Car & Truck Rentals

1 location
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Ace

3 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Alberta, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 August 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Alberta?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R594/day when booking a car hire in Alberta. The absolute best deal a user found was for R541/day from Routes Car & Truck Rentals, booked on Aug. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Alberta for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty is one of the most popular car hire companies in Alberta, offering car hire for around R3 963 per week on average.

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

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

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

    The average cost of a car hire in Alberta for a month is R16 984. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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