Alberta

Cheap Car Hire in Alberta from $34

Calgary, AB, Canada
26 Mar — 2 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Calgary, AB, Canada
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Alberta car rentals 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 19 March 2024.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

$109

Cheapest price per day

$34

Alberta car rental prices in popular cities

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Alberta, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 94 pickup locations in Alberta to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Price

$51 - $175

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 19 March 2024.

January

$50

February

$60

March

$68

April

$62

May

$96

June

$142

July

$160

August

$147

September

$119

October

$70

November

$52

December

$62

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 19 March 2024.

There are currently 2,606 hire locations operating in Alberta spread across 94 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Alberta is small car at $34 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Premium

Premium

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard 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 19 March 2024.

Small cars

$55 - $150

All Car Types

$84 - $175

To hire a small car in Alberta, you would pay an average price of $88/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Alberta (~$55/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$150/day). In fact, February is about 39% 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, hiring a small car saves you 21% 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 $114/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Alberta (~$80/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$158/day). In fact, April is about 30% 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, hiring a medium car is 2% 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 Alberta medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Alberta, you would pay an average price of $140/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Alberta (~$89/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$193/day). In fact, April is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Alberta. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alberta, hiring a large car is 20% 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 Alberta large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Alberta, you would pay an average price of $115/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Alberta (~$63/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$177/day). In fact, November is about 46% 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, hiring a SUV is 3% 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 Alberta SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Alberta, you would pay an average price of $115/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Alberta (~$63/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$344/day). In fact, November is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Alberta. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alberta, hiring a van is 4% 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.

Hyundai i20$34/day
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Hyundai i20
Suzuki Swift$34/day
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Suzuki Swift
Kia Picanto$66/day
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A/C
Kia Picanto

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 19 March 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Alberta, including pickup locations serving Calgary, Saint Albert and Banff. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
127 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
357 reviews30 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.1

Driving Force

8.0
Very Good
101 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.7

Avis

7.7
Good
247 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.4

Hertz

7.6
Good
338 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.3

Thrifty

7.6
Good
103 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.4

Budget

7.2
Good
246 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.0

Dollar

7.2
Good
51 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.7

Best Alberta car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Alberta. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Alberta with an average daily rate of $54. Data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on rental cars in Alberta including options serving Calgary, Saint Albert and Banff. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Hyundai i20$34/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i20
Suzuki Swift$34/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Toyota Camry$42/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Camry

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Alberta, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Alberta?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $106/day when booking a car hire in Alberta. The absolute best deal a user found was for $52/day from Budget, booked on Mar. 17.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Alberta from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget ($34/day), Thrifty ($44/day), and National ($66/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.5 rating), Driving Force (8.5 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.3 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 $2.12/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $95 and $138 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    From Thrifty you can hire a car in Alberta from about $666 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 38% in Alberta - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Alberta it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Alberta for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Alberta can be found for about $2,852, with the average price for a rental being around $95 a day. Book with Budget, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 64% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Alberta.

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Car rentals by fuel type in Alberta

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Alberta. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Alberta. Deals were last updated on 19 March 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Alberta. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($37+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Airport car hires in Alberta
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