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Cheap Car Rentals in Canada from $27

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 22/3 and drop-off date of 29/3. 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.
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Canada car rentals in 2026

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 16 March 2026.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$87

Cheapest price per day

$27

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 16 March 2026.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Canada this past week from 2,728 hire locations out of 124 hire agencies. Prices for a Canada small car hire start from $27/day. Check out available deals for 6 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compare car rental deals in Canada by type

Here are the best Canada small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Canada medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Canada large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Canada SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Nissan Leaf$27/day
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Nissan Leaf
Ford Puma$27/day
2
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A/C
Ford Puma
Peugeot 308$36/day
4
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A/C
Peugeot 308

Best car rental deals found in Canada

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Canada. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Canada with an average daily rate of $72. Data was last updated on 16 March 2026.
Nissan Leaf$27/day
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A/C
Nissan Leaf
Volkswagen Golf$27/day
5
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A/C
Volkswagen Golf
Kia Picanto$27/day
2
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A/C
Kia Picanto

Cheapflights insights for Canada car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Canada, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Canada?

Book your rental car in Canada 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $80/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 66% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Canada?

Looking to hire a car in Canada? Budget had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $34.77/day. Thrifty also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $34.91/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Canada?

At Canada, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $62. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $129 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Canada, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $62. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $129 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$62

February

$67

March

$67

April

$66

May

$78

June

$107

July

$129

August

$125

September

$87

October

$77

November

$64

December

$74

What car do most people hire in Canada?

SUV cars (GMC Terrain or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Canada. Intermediate cars (Ford F-150 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Chevrolet Express or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Canada?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 589 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Discount Car & Truck Rentals has the second-highest number of locations in Canada at 295.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Canada?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Canada, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 1,532 pickup locations in Canada to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 March 2026.

Among the most popular cities in Canada, Vancouver offers the lowest average rental price at just $27/day. Other affordable options include Calgary ($41/day), Halifax ($84/day), and Victoria ($142/day).

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 16 March 2026.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
1185 reviews589 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.9

Budget

7.7
Good
1018 reviews237 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Hertz

7.2
Good
1027 reviews177 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.1

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
450 reviews29 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

National

8.3
Very Good
234 reviews147 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.0

Avis

7.8
Good
705 reviews182 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Thrifty

7.6
Good
400 reviews108 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.5

Dollar

7.2
Good
229 reviews63 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Canada, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 March 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Canada?

    The most popular car hire company at Canada is Thrifty. With prices on INTERMEDIATE starting at $59/day about 333% more people book with Thrifty than other companies in the country.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Canada?

    At $65/day, it is 35% cheaper on average to rent a car in Victoria than any other city in Canada. The cheapest price found in Canada was for $35/day in Victoria.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Canada?

    In Canada, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.

Car rentals by fuel type in Canada

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Canada. Deals were last updated on 16 March 2026.

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

Hybrid

Hybrid

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