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Cheap Car Rentals in Canada from $52

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 1/10 and drop-off date of 8/10. 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 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 2 September 2025.

Most popular company

National

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$97

Cheapest price per day

$52

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 2 September 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Canada this past week from 2,696 hire locations out of 107 hire agencies. Prices for a Canada small car hire start from $52/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

Premium

Premium

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:

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

Nissan March$52/day
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Toyota Yaris$52/day
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Hyundai i30$56/day
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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 $96. Data was last updated on 2 September 2025.
Nissan March$52/day
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Toyota Yaris$52/day
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Hyundai i30$56/day
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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 $77/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 58% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Canada?

Looking to hire a car in Canada? Europcar had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $42.64/day. Hertz also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $56.09/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 $60. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $123 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 $60. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $123 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$60

February

$66

March

$66

April

$66

May

$76

June

$99

July

$123

August

$119

September

$87

October

$76

November

$63

December

$73

What car do most people hire in Canada?

SUV cars (Ford Escape 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 Standard cars (Ford Edge or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Canada?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 576 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Discount Car & Truck Rentals has the second-highest number of locations in Canada at 292.

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 1,533 pickup locations in Canada to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 September 2025.

Among the most popular cities in Canada, Vancouver offers the lowest average rental price at just $48/day. Other affordable options include Calgary ($62/day), Toronto ($69/day), and Winnipeg ($81/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 2 September 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
1178 reviews576 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Hertz

7.3
Good
1039 reviews180 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.1

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
443 reviews26 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.3

National

8.3
Very Good
237 reviews146 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.0

Avis

7.9
Good
687 reviews184 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.5

Budget

7.7
Good
989 reviews247 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.4

Thrifty

7.7
Good
401 reviews111 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Dollar

7.5
Good
223 reviews63 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.4

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Canada, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 September 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Canada?

    The most popular car hire company at Canada is National. With prices on PICKUP_TRUCK starting at $60/day about 317% more people book with National than other companies in the country.

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

    At $47/day, it is 54% cheaper on average to rent a car in Brampton than any other city in Canada. The cheapest price found in Canada was for $47/day in Brampton.

  • 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.

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