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Cheap Car Hire in Alberta from R626

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 Alberta with a pick-up date of 24/9 and drop-off date of 4/10. 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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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 30 June 2026.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R606

Cheapest price per day

R626
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Popular car types in Alberta

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Alberta and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 30 June 2026.
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There are, in total, 2 786 car hire locations in Alberta that are operated by 135 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R626/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Alberta hire providers:

Economy

Economy

R1 393+

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Compact

Compact

R626+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R948+

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Full-size

Full-size

R1 062+

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People carrier

People carrier

R922+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R2 033+

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Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

R1 329+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R688+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

R782+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 062+

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Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

R1 859+

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Best car hire deals found in Alberta

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Alberta. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Alberta with an average daily rate of R1 177. Data was last updated on 30 June 2026.
Hyundai i10R626/day
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Found 06/28/26
Citroen C3 AircrossR688/day
4
2
5
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A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Found 06/28/26
Toyota Corolla CrossR782/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Cross
Found 06/28/26

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 R748, which is about 1 528% 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 National (rated 8.5/10). Avis (rated 7.5/10) is also highly rated by our users.

National
National
8.5
Avis
Avis
7.5
Driving Force
Driving Force
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 R509 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 216. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R509

February

R518

March

R616

April

R600

May

R756

June

R1 052

July

R1 216

August

R1 093

September

R830

October

R690

November

R509

December

R657

Which car hire company has the most locations in Alberta?

Avis has 18 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. U-Save 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 30 June 2026.

National

12 locations
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Avis

18 locations
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Driving Force

10 locations
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Thrifty

10 locations
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Budget

24 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 30 June 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Alberta?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R606/day when booking a car hire in Alberta. The absolute best deal a user found was for R552/day from Routes Car & Truck Rentals, booked on Jun. 27.

  • 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 R9 597 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 R41 131. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

Car hires by fuel type in Alberta

Browse car hires by fuel type in Alberta. Deals were last updated on 30 June 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Alberta. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

R212+

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