
Cheap Car Hire in Canada from R529
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 Canada with a pick-up date of 1/5 and drop-off date of 31/5. 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.
Canada car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Canada. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Most popular company | Avis |
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Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | R831 |
Cheapest price per day | R529 |
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Canada?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Canada 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 15 April 2025.
January
R397
February
R416
March
R435
April
R491
May
R586
June
R927
July
R1 078
August
R1 154
September
R605
October
R681
November
R510
December
R700
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Canada is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. 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 Canada
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Canada and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 April 2025.
There are 102 hire agencies servicing Canada. These agencies, altogether, have 2 682 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? medium car is the cheapest car type to hire in Canada with prices from R529 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Canada:
Compare available car types for rental in Canada
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Canada to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Small cars | R393 - R1 223 | |
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All Car Types | R378 - R1 477 |
To hire a small car in Canada, you would pay an average price of R764/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Canada (~R393/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 223/day). In fact, February is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canada, 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 Canada small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Canada, you would pay an average price of R821/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Canada (~R290/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R1 376/day). In fact, February is about 65% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canada, renting a medium car saves you 8% 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 Canada medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in Canada, you would pay an average price of R1 018/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Canada (~R604/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R1 964/day). In fact, October is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canada, renting a large car is 14% more expensive. 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 Canada large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a SUV in Canada, you would pay an average price of R864/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Canada (~R460/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 489/day). In fact, January is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Canada. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Canada, renting a SUV saves you 3% 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 Canada SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental agencies in Canada
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Canada known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Canada. Reviews were last updated on 15 April 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hiring agencies serving Canada, including those serving the Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary area. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.
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Best Canada car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Canada. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Canada with an average daily rate of R988. Data was last updated on 15 April 2025.
We've found these great deals on car hires in Canada, including options within the Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary area. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Canada, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 April 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Canada?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, FlexWays (10,0 rating), Yoyo Auto (10,0 rating) and Alamo (8,5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Canada.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Canada?
The most popular car hire company at Canada is Avis. With prices on COMPACT starting at R745/day about 260% more people book with Avis than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Canada?
When visiting Canada, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Toronto where rental cars typically will cost around R831/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Canada was found in Toronto for just R748/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in Canada?
Cars in Canada are to be driven on the right side of the road.