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Cheap Car Rentals in Ottawa

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

Book your rental car in Ottawa 64 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $64/day on average when booked 64 days ahead, which saves you 54% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Ottawa?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Ottawa is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.1/10 with 35 reviews). Avis (rated 7.8/10 with 30 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Ottawa is January, when you can expect to pay $52/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Ottawa is August ($101/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

$52

February

$56

March

$61

April

$57

May

$64

June

$72

July

$96

August

$101

September

$69

October

$67

November

$61

December

$72

What car do most people hire in Ottawa?

Intermediate cars (Hyundai Elantra, for example) are the most popular in Ottawa. SUV (Dodge Durango) and Full-size (Dodge Durango) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Ottawa.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Ottawa?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 16 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Ottawa at 11.

Top rental agencies in Ottawa

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Ottawa known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Ottawa. Reviews were last updated on 17 July 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Ottawa, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis and Budget. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
35 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.6

Avis

7.8
Good
30 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Budget

7.6
Good
53 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.3

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

5.5
Fair
48 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.8

Alamo

9.3
Wonderful
21 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.7

National

8.3
Very Good
14 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.9

Hertz

7.5
Good
13 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.0

Dollar

7.5
Good
3 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Ottawa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Ottawa for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the top picks in Ottawa. They can have you in a hire car for about $918 per week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Ottawa for a month is certainly possible.

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