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Cheap Car Hire in Ontario from R307

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 18/9 and drop-off date of 25/9. 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 12 September 2025.

Most common car type

Economy

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 12 September 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Ontario this past week from 2 693 hire locations out of 107 hire agencies. Prices for a Ontario small car hire start from R307/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 184+

Luxury

Luxury

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

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 PicantoR307/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Citroen C3 AircrossR503/day
2
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Audi A3R566/day
4
4
M
A/C
Audi A3

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 R574. Data was last updated on 12 September 2025.
Kia PicantoR307/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Citroen C3 AircrossR503/day
2
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Nissan AlmeraR513/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Almera

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 R515/day – about 1 450% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Ontario?

Sixt is currently the cheapest car hire company in Ontario with deals as low as R416,15/day found in the past two weeks. Ace is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R791,82/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 228 reviews). Avis (rated 7.8/10 with 102 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 R358/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Ontario is August (R942/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

R358

February

R419

March

R393

April

R454

May

R480

June

R715

July

R907

August

R942

September

R593

October

R672

November

R462

December

R550

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 106 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Ontario at 48.

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 12 September 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,1
Very Good
228 reviews99 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,1

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,7

Avis

7,8
Good
102 reviews45 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,6

Budget

7,4
Good
192 reviews40 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,2

Hertz

7,3
Good
191 reviews32 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,1

Alamo

9,0
Wonderful
73 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,1

Overall

9,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,9

Value

8,6

National

8,5
Very Good
33 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,0

City Car & Truck Rental

8,2
Very Good
66 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,1

Value

8,3

Thrifty

7,3
Good
46 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

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 12 September 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Ontario for a week from Ace?

    Ace 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 756 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.

Car hires by fuel type in Ontario

Browse car hires by fuel type in Ontario. Deals were last updated on 12 September 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Ontario. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

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