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Calgary car hires in 2026

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

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

R22,72

Average price per day

R594

Cheapest price per day

R541
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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 R661/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 372% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Calgary?

Dollar is currently the cheapest car hire company in Calgary with deals as low as R23,74/day found in the past two weeks. Budget is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R26,04/day.

What is the best car rental company in Calgary?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Calgary is Avis (rated 7.5/10 with 178 reviews). Budget (rated 6.8/10 with 106 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Avis
Avis
7.5
Budget
Budget
6.8
Thrifty
Thrifty
7.5
Hertz
Hertz
7.3

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 R419/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Calgary is July (R1 224/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

R419

February

R483

March

R564

April

R548

May

R757

June

R1 096

July

R1 224

August

R1 112

September

R822

October

R628

November

R419

December

R596

Which car hire company has the most locations in Calgary?

Avis has 6 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Final Rentals has the second-highest number of locations in Calgary at 1.

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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 10 August 2026.

Avis

7,5
Good
178 reviews•6 locations
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Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,1

Budget

6,8
Okay
106 reviews•8 locations
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Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,7

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,8

Thrifty

7,5
Good
38 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,3

Hertz

7,3
Good
84 reviews•6 locations
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Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,0

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

5,7
Fair
43 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6,3

Comfort

6,2

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

6,1

National

8,5
Very Good
7 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,5

Europcar

5,9
Fair
9 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

6,8

Overall

5,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

5,4

Driving Force

5,7
Fair
10 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

6,1

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

5,8

Car hire FAQs

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

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Calgary?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R594/day when booking a car hire in Calgary. 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 Calgary for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty 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 963 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 does it cost to rent a car in Calgary for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 12% on a month-long rental by booking with Routes Car & Truck Rentals. Routes Car & Truck Rentals is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Calgary can cost you on average R16 984 a month or R566 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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