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Cheap Car Hire in Calgary from R533

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 Calgary with a pick-up date of 29/4 and drop-off date of 9/5. 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.
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Popular car types in Calgary

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Calgary and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 27 March 2026.
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There are 29 hire agencies servicing Calgary. These agencies, altogether, have 87 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Calgary with prices from R533 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Calgary:

Economy

Economy

R729+

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Compact

Compact

R533+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R655+

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Full-size

Full-size

R659+

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SUV

SUV

R1 627+

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People carrier

People carrier

R990+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R656+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R771+

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

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

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

Hyundai AccentR533/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent
Found 03/26/26
Ford FiestaR729/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Found 03/26/26

Best car hire deals found in Calgary

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Calgary. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Calgary with an average daily rate of R804. Data was last updated on 27 March 2026.
Hyundai AccentR533/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent
Found 03/26/26
Toyota AvanzaR655/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Found 03/26/26
Kia SonetR656/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Sonet
Found 03/26/26

Cheapflights insights for Calgary car hires

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

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

Book your car hire in Calgary 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R733/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 512% off the average price.

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What is the best car rental company in Calgary?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Calgary is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.8/10 with 105 reviews). Avis (rated 7.4/10 with 164 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.8
Avis
Avis
7.4
Budget
Budget
6.9
Alamo
Alamo
8.8

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Calgary is January, when you can expect to pay R443/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Calgary is July (R1 312/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

R443

February

R528

March

R613

April

R579

May

R784

June

R1 142

July

R1 312

August

R1 227

September

R903

October

R682

November

R443

December

R631

Which car hire company has the most locations in Calgary?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 21 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Calgary at 8.

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Top rental agencies in Calgary

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Calgary known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Calgary. Reviews were last updated on 27 March 2026.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,8
Very Good
105 reviews•21 locations
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Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,8

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,8

Value

8,5

Avis

7,4
Good
164 reviews•6 locations
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,1

Budget

6,9
Okay
103 reviews•8 locations
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Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,8

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,9

Alamo

8,8
Very Good
61 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

8,9

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,9

Value

8,6

Thrifty

7,6
Good
36 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,4

Hertz

7,4
Good
86 reviews•6 locations
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Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,1

Dollar

7,0
Good
31 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,6

Sixt

10,0
Wonderful
1 review•2 locations
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Calgary, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 March 2026.

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

    Avis is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Calgary. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R3 540 per week.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Calgary check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much is a car hire in Calgary for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Calgary, you can expect the average price to be around R0. Usually a Compact hire in Calgary is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Compact for April, it will cost approximately R0 per day.

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