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Cheap Car Hire in Canada from R649

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 Canada with a pick-up date of 16/4 and drop-off date of 23/4. 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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Canada car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Canada. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 April 2026.

Most popular company

City Car & Truck Rental

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R808

Cheapest price per day

R649

Popular car types in Canada

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Canada and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 3 April 2026.

There are 124 hire agencies servicing Canada. These agencies, altogether, have 2 727 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Canada with prices from R649 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Canada:

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

People carrier

People carrier

Premium

Premium

R1 144+

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

R1 336+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare car hire deals in Canada by type

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

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

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

Hyundai VenueR649/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Venue

Best car hire deals found in Canada

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Canada. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Canada with an average daily rate of R1 246. Data was last updated on 3 April 2026.
Hyundai VenueR649/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Venue
Audi A3R673/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Toyota CorollaR698/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Cheapflights insights for Canada car hires

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

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

For the best savings on car hire in Canada, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R761/day – about 1 473% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Canada?

In Canada, the most affordable car hire company right now is Budget, offering prices from just R399,83/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Sixt, with rates starting at R461,67/day.

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

Planning to hire a car in Canada? January is the cheapest month, costing about R631 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 224. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R631

February

R662

March

R672

April

R664

May

R742

June

R1 009

July

R1 224

August

R1 192

September

R826

October

R767

November

R648

December

R785

What car do most people hire in Canada?

Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla, for example) are the most popular in Canada. SUV (Hyundai Venue) and Standard (Volkswagen Jetta) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Canada.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Canada?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 589 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Discount Car & Truck Rentals has the second-highest number of locations in Canada at 295.

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Canada?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Canada, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 1 532 pickup locations in Canada to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 April 2026.

Among the most popular cities in Canada, Toronto offers the lowest average car hire price at just R397/day. Other affordable options include Vancouver (R580/day), Calgary (R595/day), and Ottawa (R630/day).

Top rental agencies in Canada

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Canada known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Canada. Reviews were last updated on 3 April 2026.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,2
Very Good
1184 reviews589 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

7,9

Budget

7,7
Good
1019 reviews237 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,5

Hertz

7,2
Good
1027 reviews177 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,1

Alamo

8,4
Very Good
450 reviews29 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,2

National

8,3
Very Good
234 reviews147 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,0

Avis

7,8
Good
710 reviews182 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,5

Thrifty

7,6
Good
400 reviews108 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,5

Dollar

7,2
Good
230 reviews63 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,2

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Canada, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 April 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Canada?

    The most popular car hire company at Canada is Europcar. With prices on ECONOMY starting at R734/day about 133% more people book with Europcar than other companies in the country.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Canada?

    When visiting Canada, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Calgary where rental cars typically will cost around R751/day (19% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Canada was found in Toronto for just R563/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Canada?

    Cars in Canada are to be driven on the right side of the road.

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