Ontario

Cheap Car Hire in Ontario from R548

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 5/11 and drop-off date of 27/11. 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.
Driver's age: 25-65
Here’s why our users search for rental cars through Cheapflights

Price trackingHolding out for a great deal? Get notified when prices are reduced.

Customized resultsFilter by rental agency, car type, price range and more.

Unlimited free useSearch as many times as you want with no hidden charges or fees.

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 15 October 2025.

Most common car type

Standard

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 15 October 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Ontario this past week from 2 698 hire locations out of 108 hire agencies. Prices for a Ontario small car hire start from R548/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

R1 030+

Premium

Premium

R1 175+

Luxury

Luxury

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

R1 509+

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:

Citroen C3 AircrossR548/day
2
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Honda JazzR671/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Renault ClioR695/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Clio

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 R749. Data was last updated on 15 October 2025.
Citroen C3 AircrossR548/day
2
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Audi A3R579/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Ford RangerR607/day
5
2
M
A/C
Ford Ranger

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 R504/day – about 1 439% 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 R305,49/day found in the past two weeks. City Car & Truck Rental is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R459,54/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 195 reviews). Budget (rated 7.3/10 with 182 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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 R356/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Ontario is August (R930/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

R356

February

R417

March

R391

April

R452

May

R478

June

R713

July

R904

August

R930

September

R539

October

R652

November

R452

December

R548

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), Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar), and Compact cars (Toyota Yaris or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Ontario?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 96 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Ontario at 46.

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 15 October 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,1
Very Good
195 reviews96 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,1

Pick-up/drop-off

8,1

Value

7,8

Budget

7,3
Good
182 reviews40 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,1

Hertz

7,3
Good
193 reviews31 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,2

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

5,5
Fair
177 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

6,1

Overall

5,5

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

5,8

Alamo

9,0
Wonderful
75 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,2

Overall

9,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,9

Value

8,7

Avis

7,7
Good
91 reviews46 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,6

Thrifty

7,3
Good
48 reviews25 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,3

Dollar

7,2
Good
66 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

Value

7,3

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Ontario, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 October 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Ontario for a week from SURPRICE CAR RENTAL ?

    SURPRICE CAR RENTAL is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Ontario. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R3 087 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.

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Best Car Hire Deals

We make it easy and fast to find and compare deals from 70,000+ hire locations and hundreds of agencies.

No Surprises

Prices shown to you will be completely in full, without any hidden charges or fees.

Free Cancellation

Plans change — we get it. And that’s why you can search and book car hire on Cheapflights from agencies that offer free cancellation