Alberta car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Alberta. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 January 2025.
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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 7 January 2025.
January
AED 110
February
AED 135
March
AED 139
April
AED 106
May
AED 168
June
AED 260
July
AED 290
August
AED 275
September
AED 216
October
AED 135
November
AED 99
December
AED 157
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Alberta is November. 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.
Compare available car types for rental in Alberta
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 7 January 2025.
Small cars | AED 108 - AED 363 | |
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All Car Types | AED 113 - AED 365 |
To rent a small car in Alberta, you would pay an average price of AED 158/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Alberta (~AED 108/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 363/day). In fact, January is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Alberta. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Alberta, renting a small car saves you 28% 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.
To rent a medium car in Alberta, you would pay an average price of AED 204/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Alberta (~AED 110/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 354/day). In fact, November is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Alberta. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Alberta, renting a medium car saves you 7% 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.
To rent a large car in Alberta, you would pay an average price of AED 228/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Alberta (~AED 101/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~AED 414/day). In fact, January is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Alberta. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Alberta, renting a large car is 4% 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 rent a SUV in Alberta, you would pay an average price of AED 245/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Alberta (~AED 109/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 399/day). In fact, January is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Alberta. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Alberta, renting a SUV is 11% 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.
Top rental agencies in Alberta
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Alberta known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Alberta. Reviews were last updated on 7 January 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Alberta, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 January 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Alberta?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, FlexWays (10.0 rating), Yoyo Auto (10.0 rating) and U-Save (8.6 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 AED 4.56/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 205 and AED 296 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Alberta for a week from Alamo?
Hiring a car in Alberta for a week can be a great option for travel. Alamo, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around AED 1,333/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 41% 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?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Alberta however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.