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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 20 November 2025.

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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 R490/day – about 1 412% less than the yearly average.

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What is the best car rental company in Ontario?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Ontario is Alamo (rated 8.6/10). National (rated 8.4/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Alamo
Alamo
8.6
National
National
8.4
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.1
Avis
Avis
7.6

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 R352/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Ontario is August (R919/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

R352

February

R412

March

R387

April

R447

May

R473

June

R705

July

R894

August

R919

September

R533

October

R576

November

R438

December

R533

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 106 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Ontario at 47.

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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 20 November 2025.

Alamo

5 locations
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National

10 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

106 locations
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Avis

47 locations
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Budget

41 locations
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Hertz

31 locations
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Thrifty

25 locations
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Dollar

19 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Ontario, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 November 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 R3 712 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.

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