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Cheap Car Hire in Ottawa from $39
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 Ottawa with a pick-up date of 24/9 and drop-off date of 7/10. 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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Ottawa car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Ottawa. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 August 2025.
Most popular company | AVIS |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $1.68 |
Average price per day | $182 |
Cheapest price per day | $39 |
Popular car types in Ottawa
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Ottawa and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 August 2025.
There are currently 83 hire locations operating in Ottawa spread across 15 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Ottawa is small car at $39 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
$81+
Compact
$39+
Intermediate
$54+
Full-size
$59+
People mover
$85+
Full-size SUV
$124+
Supplier choice
$34+
Compact SUV
$42+
Compare car hire deals in Ottawa by type
Here are the best Ottawa small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Ottawa medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Ottawa large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Ottawa SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Ottawa van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Ford Focus$39/day
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Suzuki Swift$54/day
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Toyota Yaris$81/day
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Best car hire deals found in Ottawa
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Ottawa. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Ottawa with an average daily rate of $75. Data was last updated on 15 August 2025.
Ford Focus$39/day
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Suzuki Jimny$42/day
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Suzuki Swift$54/day
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Cheapflights insights for Ottawa car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Ottawa, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Ottawa?
For the best savings on car hire in Ottawa, make your reservation 64 days before pickup. The average price then is just $58/day – about 41% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Ottawa?
Looking to hire a car in Ottawa? Europcar had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $46.81/day. Budget also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $94.68/day.
What is the best car rental company in Ottawa?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Ottawa is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.1/10 with 33 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?
Planning to hire a car in Ottawa? January is the cheapest month, costing about $48 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $92. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$48
February
$51
March
$55
April
$52
May
$58
June
$66
July
$90
August
$92
September
$61
October
$61
November
$55
December
$66
What car do most people hire in Ottawa?
SUV cars (Ford Expedition or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Ottawa. Intermediate cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar).
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 hire 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 15 August 2025.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
33 reviews•16 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Pick-up/drop-off
7.9
Value
7.5
Avis
30 reviews•11 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.8
Pick-up/drop-off
7.8
Value
7.5
Budget
53 reviews•11 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.6
Pick-up/drop-off
7.7
Value
7.3
Routes Car & Truck Rentals
49 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
5.9
Comfort
6.2
Overall
5.5
Pick-up/drop-off
5.8
Value
5.7
Alamo
21 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Overall
9.2
Pick-up/drop-off
9.2
Value
8.7
National
14 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.1
Overall
8.3
Pick-up/drop-off
8.1
Value
7.9
Hertz
12 reviews•7 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.2
Overall
7.6
Pick-up/drop-off
7.8
Value
7.2
Dollar
3 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.5
Pick-up/drop-off
7.5
Value
7.2
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Ottawa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Ottawa?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $182/day when booking a car hire in Ottawa. The absolute best deal a user found was for $114/day from Turo, booked on Aug. 10.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Ottawa for a week from Avis?
From Avis you can hire a car in Ottawa from about $1,460 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Ottawa?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Ottawa check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Ottawa for a month?
Typically, a monthly car hire in Ottawa can be found for $6,257. You can find car hire deals to be on average $209 a day.
How much is a car hire in Ottawa for a weekend?
$0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Ottawa. To save money, consider booking a Supplier choice car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in September, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $95 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Ottawa
Browse car hires by fuel type in Ottawa. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Ottawa. Deals were last updated on 15 August 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Ottawa. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($24+).
Electric
$53+
Hybrid
$34+
Petrol/Diesel
$24+