Alberta

Cheap Car Hire in Alberta from $18

Calgary, AB, Canada
26 Apr — 3 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Calgary, AB, Canada
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Alberta car hires 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 April 2024.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$105

Cheapest price per day

$18

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Alberta?

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 135 pickup locations in Alberta to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 April 2024.

Price

$46 - $106

Out of all the popular cities in Alberta, Jasper is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $46/day. Renting a car in Jasper is 57% cheaper than renting one in Banff where the per day rate is around $106. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Alberta to get a rental car in are: Calgary ($63/day), Edmonton ($67/day), and Banff ($106/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Calgary should expect to spend around $63/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Alberta is Calgary.

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 April 2024.

January

$48

February

$57

March

$59

April

$54

May

$88

June

$133

July

$150

August

$139

September

$114

October

$66

November

$49

December

$59

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 April 2024.

There are 95 hire agencies servicing Alberta. These agencies, altogether, have 2,613 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Alberta with prices from $18 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Alberta:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for hire 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 April 2024.

Small cars

$69 - $193

All Car Types

$78 - $195

To hire a small car in Alberta, you would pay an average price of $98/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Alberta (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$193/day). In fact, January is about 31% 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 17% 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 $102/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Alberta (~$70/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$153/day). In fact, February is about 33% 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 saves you 13% 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 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. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Alberta (~$83/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$245/day). In fact, March is about 42% 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 17% 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 $116/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Alberta (~$79/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$197/day). In fact, March is about 32% 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 saves you 2% 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 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 $181/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in Alberta (~$106/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$304/day). In fact, March is about 42% 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 35% 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.

To hire a luxury car in Alberta, you would pay an average price of $126/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Alberta (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$519/day). In fact, January is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Alberta. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alberta, hiring a luxury car is 8% 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.

Toyota Yaris$18/day
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Toyota Yaris
Kia Picanto$21/day
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Kia Picanto
Skoda Fabia$29/day
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Skoda Fabia

Top hire 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 April 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Alberta, including pickup locations serving Calgary, Edmonton and New Sarepta. Helpful information on each car hire agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
178 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.5
Very Good
423 reviews43 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Avis

7.6
Good
293 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.3

Hertz

7.6
Good
350 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.2

Thrifty

7.6
Good
106 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.4

Budget

7.1
Good
266 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.0

Driving Force

7.8
Good
66 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.5

Dollar

7.3
Good
51 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.8

Best Alberta car hire 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 $55. Data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on car hires within the Alberta region, including options close to Calgary, Edmonton and New Sarepta. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Toyota Yaris$18/day
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A/C
Toyota Yaris
Kia Picanto$21/day
2
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A/C
Kia Picanto
Toyota C-HR$22/day
4
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A/C
Toyota C-HR

Car hire FAQs

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

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $103/day when booking a car hire in Alberta. The absolute best deal a user found was for $38/day from Routes Car & Truck Rentals, booked on Apr. 14.

  • 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: Routes Car & Truck Rentals ($18/day), Dollar ($29/day), and Avis ($31/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Trust Auto (10.0 rating), Alamo (8.5 rating) and Driving Force (8.5 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 $2.18/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $98 and $141 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Thrifty is one of the most popular car hire companies in Alberta, offering car hire for around $702 per week on average.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 39% on your car hire. For a below average price in Alberta, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Alberta.

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

    The average cost of a car hire in Alberta for a month is $3,008. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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Small car hires in Alberta

Find small car hire deals in Alberta from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Alberta cost an average of $79 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
Nissan Micra$71/day
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Nissan Micra
Nissan March$71/day
2
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A/C
Nissan March
Nissan Micra$72/day
2
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A/C
Nissan Micra

Van hires in Alberta

Find van hire deals in Alberta from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Alberta cost an average of $68 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
Finding the right van for hire in Alberta can be daunting, so we've assembled these deals for you, including pickup locations near Calgary, Edmonton and New Sarepta. Be sure to come back soon for more deals if you don't find one that is perfect for you.
Toyota HiAce$60/day
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Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$60/day
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Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$63/day
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Toyota HiAce

Car hires by fuel type in Alberta

Browse car hires by fuel type in Alberta. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Alberta. Deals were last updated on 19 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Alberta. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($31+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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