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Cheap Car Hire in Ontario from R539
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 Ontario with a pick-up date of 22/9 and drop-off date of 29/9. 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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Ontario car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Ontario. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 23 August 2025.
Most popular company | Dollar |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | R786 |
Cheapest price per day | R539 |
Popular car types in Ontario
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Ontario and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 23 August 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Ontario this past week from 2 697 hire locations out of 107 hire agencies. Prices for a Ontario small car hire start from R539/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
R539+
Compact
R1 630+
Intermediate
R547+
Standard
R584+
Full-size
R684+
Premium
R1 795+
Luxury
R868+
Compact SUV
R564+
Intermediate SUV
R590+
Supplier choice
R614+
Standard SUV
R815+
Compare car hire deals in Ontario by type
Here are the best Ontario small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Ontario medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Ontario large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Ontario SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Kia PicantoR539/day
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Citroen C3 AircrossR629/day
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Toyota Corolla QuestR1 630/day
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Best car hire deals found in Ontario
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Ontario. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Ontario with an average daily rate of R727. Data was last updated on 23 August 2025.
Kia PicantoR539/day
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Audi A3R547/day
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Mazda Mazda3R557/day
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Cheapflights insights for Ontario car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Ontario, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Ontario?
For the best savings on car hire in Ontario, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R519/day – about 1 441% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Ontario?
SURPRICE CAR RENTAL is currently the cheapest car hire company in Ontario with deals as low as R602,21/day found in the past two weeks. Ace is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R626,48/day.
What is the best car rental company in Ontario?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Ontario is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.1/10 with 141 reviews). Budget (rated 7.3/10 with 158 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.1
Budget
7.3
Hertz
7.3
Routes Car & Truck Rentals
5.5
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Ontario?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Ontario is January, when you can expect to pay R360/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Ontario is August (R1 037/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
R360
February
R422
March
R396
April
R457
May
R484
June
R721
July
R914
August
R1 037
September
R607
October
R677
November
R466
December
R554
What car do most people hire in Ontario?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Ontario are the following: Standard cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar), Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar), and Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Ontario?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 69 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Ontario at 35.
Top rental agencies in Ontario
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Ontario known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Ontario. Reviews were last updated on 23 August 2025.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
141 reviews•69 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,0
Comfort
8,1
Overall
8,1
Pick-up/drop-off
7,9
Value
7,6
Budget
158 reviews•30 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7,7
Comfort
7,8
Overall
7,3
Pick-up/drop-off
7,4
Value
7,1
Hertz
166 reviews•19 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7,9
Comfort
7,8
Overall
7,3
Pick-up/drop-off
7,5
Value
7,2
Routes Car & Truck Rentals
176 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6,1
Comfort
6,1
Overall
5,5
Pick-up/drop-off
5,7
Value
5,7
Alamo
60 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9,3
Comfort
9,2
Overall
9,0
Pick-up/drop-off
8,9
Value
8,6
Avis
79 reviews•35 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,0
Comfort
8,1
Overall
7,7
Pick-up/drop-off
7,7
Value
7,7
Dollar
62 reviews•14 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7,7
Comfort
7,7
Overall
7,1
Pick-up/drop-off
7,1
Value
7,3
Thrifty
35 reviews•17 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7,3
Comfort
7,3
Overall
6,9
Pick-up/drop-off
7,0
Value
6,9
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Ontario, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 23 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Ontario?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R786/day when booking a car hire in Ontario. The absolute best deal a user found was for R710/day from Dollar, booked on Aug. 17.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Ontario for a week from Dollar?
Dollar is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Ontario. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R5 505 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month in Ontario?
Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Ontario.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Ontario for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in Ontario can be found for about R23 594, with the average price for a rental being around R786 a day. Book with Dollar, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 12% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Ontario.