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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 28 January 2026.

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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 R719, which is about 1 426% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Alberta?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Alberta is Alamo (rated 8.6/10). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.6/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Alamo
Alamo
8.6
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.6
National
National
8.5
Avis
Avis
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 R496 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 223. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R496

February

R631

March

R639

April

R591

May

R751

June

R999

July

R1 223

August

R1 095

September

R815

October

R671

November

R496

December

R631

Which car hire company has the most locations in Alberta?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 44 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Alberta at 24.

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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 28 January 2026.

Alamo

4 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

44 locations
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National

15 locations
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Avis

20 locations
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Driving Force

10 locations
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Hertz

16 locations
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Thrifty

8 locations
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Budget

24 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 28 January 2026.

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

    Avis is one of the most popular car hire companies in Alberta, offering car hire for around R3 813 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.

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