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Cheap Car Hire in Calgary from R613

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 9/11 and drop-off date of 16/11. 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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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Calgary?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Calgary and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 20 September 2024.

January

R542

February

R664

March

R664

April

R507

May

R804

June

R1 241

July

R1 381

August

R1 311

September

R1 049

October

R717

November

R559

December

R664

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Calgary is April. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

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 20 September 2024.

There are 23 hire agencies servicing Calgary. These agencies, altogether, have 79 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? medium car is the cheapest car type to hire in Calgary with prices from R613 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Calgary:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 411+

Luxury

Luxury

Compare available car types for rental in Calgary

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Calgary to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 September 2024.

Small cars

R870 - R1 647

All Car Types

R743 - R4 181

To hire a small car in Calgary, Canada, you would pay an average price of R587/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Calgary, Canada (~R870/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R1 647/day). In fact, May is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Calgary. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Calgary, renting a small car saves you 54% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Calgary small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Calgary, Canada, you would pay an average price of R1 308/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Calgary, Canada (~R743/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R5 049/day). In fact, January is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Calgary. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Calgary, renting a medium car is 4% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Calgary medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Calgary, Canada, you would pay an average price of R1 367/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Calgary, Canada (~R743/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R5 049/day). In fact, January is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Calgary. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Calgary, renting a SUV is 8% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Calgary SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20R678/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Toyota Corolla QuestR689/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

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 20 September 2024.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Calgary, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis and Budget. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,6
Very Good
105 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,7

Value

8,4

Avis

7,5
Good
148 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,1

Budget

6,9
Okay
100 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,7

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,9

Alamo

8,8
Very Good
62 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

8,9

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,8

Value

8,5

Thrifty

7,6
Good
35 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,4

Hertz

7,5
Good
77 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,2

National

8,3
Very Good
8 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,4

Dollar

7,0
Good
29 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,6

Best Calgary car hire deals found

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 R809. Data was last updated on 20 September 2024.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Calgary. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Audi A3R613/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Volkswagen Polo VivoR678/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota Corolla QuestR689/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Calgary, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 September 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Calgary?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Calgary from the following companies over the past two weeks: Routes Car & Truck Rentals (R613/day), Dollar (R678/day), and Hertz (R689/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Calgary?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8,8 rating), National (8,6 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8,6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Calgary.

  • What are petrol prices like in Calgary?

    The average price of petrol in Calgary is R22,21/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R999 and R1 444 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Calgary for the best price?

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 41% to make it a great deal in Calgary. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Calgary?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Calgary is Intermediate (Ford Escape) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Car hires by fuel type in Calgary

Browse car hires by fuel type in Calgary. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Calgary. Deals were last updated on 20 September 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Calgary. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R44+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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