Cheapflights insights for Thunder Bay car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Thunder Bay, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Thunder Bay?
To get the best deal on car hire in Thunder Bay, book about 89 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $53, which is about 13% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Thunder Bay?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Thunder Bay is National (rated 8.6/10 with 13 reviews). Avis (rated 8.6/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Thunder Bay?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Thunder Bay is April, when you can expect to pay $62/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Thunder Bay is July ($89/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
$64
February
$67
March
$64
April
$62
May
$71
June
$78
July
$89
August
$87
September
$70
October
$70
November
$68
December
$67
What car do most people hire in Thunder Bay?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Thunder Bay are the following: Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar), Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar), and Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Thunder Bay?
In Thunder Bay, Driving Force, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Hertz have 3 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top hire agencies in Thunder Bay
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Thunder Bay known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 7 car hire companies in Thunder Bay. Reviews were last updated on 21 August 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Thunder Bay, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 August 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Thunder Bay?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Thunder Bay it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.