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Cheap Car Hire in Alberta from R734

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 12/9 and drop-off date of 20/9. 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 2025

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 8 July 2025.

Most common car type

Mini

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 8 July 2025.

There are, in total, 2 708 car hire locations in Alberta that are operated by 105 companies. In the past week, medium car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R734/day). Explore 6 car types currently offered from Alberta hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

R1 099+

People carrier

People carrier

R1 046+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 406+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 259+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

R1 025+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare car hire deals in Alberta by type

Here are the best Alberta medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Alberta SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota CorollaR734/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Audi A3R881/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Toyota CorollaR982/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

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 005. Data was last updated on 8 July 2025.
Toyota CorollaR734/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Hyundai CretaR790/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Creta
Audi A3R881/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3

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 R790, which is about 1 549% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Alberta?

In Alberta, the most affordable car hire company right now is Avis, offering prices from just R1 102,72/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Thrifty, with rates starting at R1 223,59/day.

What is the best car rental company in Alberta?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Alberta is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.4/10 with 157 reviews). Avis (rated 7.4/10 with 208 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Alberta? November is the cheapest month, costing about R559 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 296. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R603

February

R719

March

R719

April

R666

May

R834

June

R1 074

July

R1 296

August

R1 269

September

R932

October

R737

November

R559

December

R781

What car do most people hire in Alberta?

Intermediate cars (Hyundai Elantra, for example) are the most popular in Alberta. Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan) and SUV (Toyota RAV4) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Alberta.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Alberta?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 42 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Alberta at 26.

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 8 July 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,4
Very Good
157 reviews42 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,2

Avis

7,4
Good
208 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,1

Hertz

7,4
Good
162 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,2

Budget

7,0
Good
180 reviews26 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

6,8

Alamo

8,8
Very Good
61 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,9

Comfort

8,8

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,9

Value

8,6

Thrifty

7,6
Good
65 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

7,3

National

8,8
Very Good
12 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,1

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

8,6

Driving Force

7,5
Good
22 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,3

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Alberta, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 July 2025.
  • 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 R12 466 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.

Car hires by fuel type in Alberta

Browse car hires by fuel type in Alberta. Deals were last updated on 8 July 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Alberta. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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