Ontario

Cheap Car Hire in Ontario from R442

Toronto, ON, Canada
Apr 4 — Apr 11
Driver's age: 26-65
Toronto, ON, Canada
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Ontario car hires in 2024

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 28 March 2024.

Most popular company

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R651

Cheapest price per day

R442

Ontario car hire prices in popular cities

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Ontario, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 258 pickup locations in Ontario to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Price

R646 - R1 158

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Ontario?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Ontario and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

January

R435

February

R435

March

R435

April

R567

May

R738

June

R1 060

July

R1 230

August

R1 211

September

R795

October

R700

November

R530

December

R719

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Ontario is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

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 28 March 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Ontario this past week from 2 606 hire locations out of 93 hire agencies. Prices for a Ontario small car hire start from R442/day. Check out available deals for 4 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

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Supplier choice saloon

Supplier choice saloon

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Ontario

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Ontario to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Small cars

R463 - R3 274

All Car Types

R548 - R1 899

To hire a small car in Ontario, you would pay an average price of R967/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Ontario (~R463/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R3 274/day). In fact, November is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ontario, renting a small car saves you 14% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Ontario small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Ontario, you would pay an average price of R1 109/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Ontario (~R572/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R2 202/day). In fact, March is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ontario, renting a medium car saves you 2% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Ontario medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Ontario, you would pay an average price of R1 003/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Ontario (~R416/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 212/day). In fact, March is about 59% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ontario, renting a SUV saves you 11% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Ontario SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen PoloR442/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Suzuki CiazR450/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

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 28 March 2024.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,4
Very Good
651 reviews94 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

8,0

Avis

7,8
Good
127 reviews43 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,7

Hertz

7,4
Good
424 reviews26 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,1

Budget

7,2
Good
239 reviews37 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,0

Dollar

6,9
Okay
121 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,5

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

7,1

Alamo

9,2
Wonderful
97 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

9,2

Overall

9,2

Pick-up/drop-off

9,1

Value

8,8

National

8,6
Very Good
38 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,9

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,2

Thrifty

7,4
Good
77 reviews24 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,5

Best Ontario car hire deals found

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 R541. Data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Volkswagen PoloR442/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Suzuki CiazR450/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
BMW 3 SeriesR544/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Ontario, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Ontario?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R651/day when booking a car hire in Ontario. The absolute best deal a user found was for R541/day from Ace, booked on Mar. 24.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Ontario?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Ontario from the following companies over the past two weeks: MEXRENTACAR (R442/day), Thrifty (R471/day), and Budget (R483/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Ontario?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Trust Auto (10,0 rating), Alamo (8,5 rating) and Driving Force (8,5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Ontario.

  • What are petrol prices like in Ontario?

    The average price of petrol in Ontario is R24,99/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 124 and R1 624 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Ontario for a week from Routes Car & Truck Rentals?

    Routes Car & Truck Rentals is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Ontario. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R4 577 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Ontario for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 47% on a hire car in Ontario. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • 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 R19 616, with the average price for a rental being around R654 a day. Book with Ace, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 38% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Ontario.

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Car hires by fuel type in Ontario

Browse car hires by fuel type in Ontario. Deals were last updated on 28 March 2024.

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

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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