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Cheap Car Hire in Alberta from R454

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Alberta with a pick-up date of 8/5 and drop-off date of 22/5. 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.
Calgary, AB, Canada
may. 9 — may. 16
Driver's age: 26-65
Calgary, AB, Canada
jue. 9/5
Noon
jue. 16/5
Noon

Alberta car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Alberta. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 mayo 2024.

Most common car type

Mini

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Alberta 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 2 mayo 2024.

January

R579

February

R691

March

R709

April

R579

May

R1 046

June

R1 606

July

R1 811

August

R1 681

September

R1 382

October

R803

November

R597

December

R709

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Alberta 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 Alberta

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Alberta and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 2 mayo 2024.

There are, in total, 2 618 car hire locations in Alberta that are operated by 95 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R454/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Alberta hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

R1 132+

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Alberta

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Alberta to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 mayo 2024.

Small cars

R784 - R6 529

All Car Types

R763 - R5 580

To hire a small car in Alberta, you would pay an average price of R1 403/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Alberta (~R784/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R6 529/day). In fact, January is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Alberta. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alberta, renting a small car saves you 12% 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 Alberta small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Alberta, you would pay an average price of R1 353/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Alberta (~R927/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R4 037/day). In fact, January is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Alberta. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alberta, renting a medium car saves you 15% 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.

To hire a SUV in Alberta, you would pay an average price of R1 412/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Alberta (~R790/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R4 037/day). In fact, March is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Alberta. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alberta, 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 Alberta SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen Polo VivoR454/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Suzuki CiazR636/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

Top rental agencies in Alberta

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Alberta known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Alberta. Reviews were last updated on 2 mayo 2024.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Alberta, including locations near Calgary, Edmonton and Grande Prairie. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.

Alamo

8,6
Very Good
178 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,5
Very Good
423 reviews43 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,2

Avis

7,6
Good
294 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,3

Hertz

7,6
Good
352 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,3

Thrifty

7,6
Good
107 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,4

Budget

7,1
Good
268 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,9

Driving Force

7,8
Good
66 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

7,5

Dollar

7,3
Good
51 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

6,7

Best Alberta car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Alberta. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Alberta with an average daily rate of R631. Data was last updated on 2 mayo 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on car hires within the Alberta region, including options close to Calgary, Edmonton and Grande Prairie. If these deals don't match what you're looking for, not to worry -- deals are updated on a regular basis.
Volkswagen Polo VivoR454/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Suzuki CiazR636/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Nissan NP200R640/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan NP200

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Alberta, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 mayo 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Alberta?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Alberta from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty (R454/day), Budget (R636/day), and Routes Car & Truck Rentals (R776/day).

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

    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 Alberta.

  • What are petrol prices like in Alberta?

    The average price of petrol in Alberta is R26,72/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 202 and R1 736 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Alberta for a week from Avis?

    Avis is one of the most popular car hire companies in Alberta, offering car hire for around R7 435 per week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Alberta it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 39%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Alberta?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Alberta.

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Car hires by fuel type in Alberta

Browse car hires by fuel type in Alberta. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Alberta. Deals were last updated on 2 mayo 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Alberta. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R38+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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