What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Calgary?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Calgary from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty (AED 96/day), Routes Car & Truck Rentals (AED 96/day), and Zoom Rent A Car (AED 107/day).

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

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (8.9 rating), Alamo (8.9 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Calgary.

What are petrol prices like in Calgary?

The average price of petrol in Calgary is AED 4.41/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 198 and AED 286 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

How much does it cost to hire a car in Calgary for a week from Alamo?

Hiring a car in Calgary 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 1,604/week on average.

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

Generally, for a better deal in Calgary it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 40%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

Can I rent a car for a month in Calgary?

The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Calgary it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

How much is a car hire in Calgary for a weekend?

It costs AED 0 for a weekend car hire in Calgary, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Intermediate as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Calgary in April, prices are AED 0 per day on average.

What car do most people hire in Calgary?

Ford Explorer, which is a Full-size vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Calgary according to Cheapflights users.

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Calgary?

January

AED 117

February

AED 139

March

AED 139

April

AED 110

May

AED 157

June

AED 246

July

AED 286

August

AED 268

September

AED 209

October

AED 135

November

AED 99

December

AED 157

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Calgary 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.

Popular car types in Calgary

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medium car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Calgary this past week from 79 hire locations out of 23 hire agencies. Prices for a Calgary medium car hire start from AED 96/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

AED 113+

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Compact

AED 98+

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Intermediate

AED 96+

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Standard

AED 135+

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Full-size

AED 131+

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People carrier

AED 213+

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Premium

AED 164+

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Compact SUV

AED 125+

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	Small cars	AED 107 - AED 360
	All Car Types	AED 113 - AED 369

To rent a small car in Calgary, Canada, you would pay an average price of AED 157/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Calgary, Canada (~AED 107/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 360/day). In fact, March is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Calgary. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Calgary, renting a small car saves you 30% 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 Calgary small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Calgary, Canada, you would pay an average price of AED 184/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Calgary, Canada (~AED 110/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 381/day). In fact, November is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Calgary. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Calgary, renting a medium car saves you 18% 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 Calgary medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Calgary, Canada, you would pay an average price of AED 215/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Calgary, Canada (~AED 141/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~AED 414/day). In fact, April is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Calgary. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Calgary, renting a large car saves you 5% 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 Calgary large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Calgary, Canada, you would pay an average price of AED 237/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Calgary, Canada (~AED 117/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~AED 385/day). In fact, November is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Calgary. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Calgary, renting a SUV is 6% 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 Calgary SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia RioAED 98/day

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Ford FiestaAED 113/day

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Toyota YarisAED 136/day

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Top rental agencies in Calgary

Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Calgary, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis and Budget. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.7

Very Good

105 reviews•18 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2024

Customer service was awesome all round

2.0

Poor|Apr 2023

I would like an invoice detailed sent to me as this was $500 more than expected unauthorized charges on my credit card.

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

The man at the drop off was fantastic he was fast and went out of his way to make sure we knew where we had to go to get to our airline will use enterprise again for sure. Very happy

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

I made a mistake on my reservation and they bent over backwards to work with me to fix it. I will definitely use them again.

1 out of 35

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Avis

7.4

Good

155 reviews•6 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2025

Good

8.0

Very Good|Sep 2024

Van was not washed dirty out side. The counter agents were too slow and inconsiderate wasting time by taking breaks ( not my agent) When we returned the vehicle they did not give us final bill.

6.0

Okay|Aug 2024

Took an hour to get our car in Calgary.

2.0

Poor|Sep 2023

It was nothing about Avis. I am only disappointed about Kayak. I selected airport pick up. After I waited a long long time, i was like 45mins to pick up my car. I was informed that I went to a wrong location. I do request pick up in airport but….. at that time is 3:48. Your receipt showed that the shop will close at 4:00. i took a taxi and tried to get the car. When I came to the shop it showed that the operation hour close at 5pm. I am very angry and disappointed what Kayak information. I cannot receive all the right information from Kayak.

10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2023

Quick, efficient. Great.

8.0

Very Good|Sep 2023

First time using Kayak to rent Avis that I have rented with before. The front staff were very good to deal with as I watched them deal with other customers while waiting and my experience was no different. Other than the truck I rented having 'limited' km's it was new, clean and had no issues. I had to rent due to my own vehicle not being long distance worthy for a trip to visit family on long weekend. Unexpected extra money out of pocket but overall experience with Kayak and Avis went well.

1 out of 52

Budget

7.0

Good

100 reviews•10 locations

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2.0

Poor|Sep 2023

they charge me more than I book. I booked for 10days around 400hundred CD. They charge me 615.00 Canadian dollar. way too much. I really need some amount returned to me

4.0

Mediocre|Sep 2023

Service pour la livraison et le retour était inexistant

6.0

Okay|Jul 2023

Ill defined won’t be back. Dollar and thrifty is always good, at budget: the guy wasn’t there on time, he took the paper from the counter while I was singing bc he was on a rush. The car had crumbled and snot nosed stuff from the last customer

6.0

Okay|Jul 2023

Too much upselling at check out. Would not accept that I already bought insurance when booked rental. Kept trying to sell a tank of gas when I knew I’d return with a tank…No signs to navigate to car rentals from main exit of airport. Had to ask several people. Car dirty on pick up.

6.0

Okay|Jul 2023

Good : upgraded (I did NOT request) clean, comfortable satndard SUV. NOT so good : 1 - Only 1 Budget representative to serve customers, while there were 5 persons waiting in line. I waited ~40 minutes until my turn. 2 - Budget representative offered an upgraded car (I did NOT request), & then tried to charge ~15%/$116 more. When I mentionned the difference, he tore down the contract & issued a new one, but he did not apologize. 3 - When I declined the Loss damage waiver & mentioned that the credit card insurance will cover, Budget representative said/threatened he will not talk with the insurance company & will charge the total cost of the car to my credit card. 4 - The car has a spare tirem but NO jack. The jack kit was taken out of the car. Budget iimposed a charge of $14/day for Roadside safety net/flat tire repair.

8.0

Very Good|May 2023

easy pick up and drop off. Windshield was cracked, a bit unnerving but OK

1 out of 34

Budget Locations in Calgary

Alamo

8.8

Very Good

62 reviews•2 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

Overall great experience. Thank you. 😊

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

All was great. Thanks

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

Everything was efficient and the staff were friendly and helpful!

4.0

Mediocre|Apr 2023

Keep all the costs up front, we had to pay $300+tax in addition to what we got quoted on kayak for young drivers (which we filtered but didnt register) and snow tires (which i would think every car in a place like Cgy during winter would have

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

Prechecking I’m allows you to skip the check in line and just grab your car and leave! Brilliant

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

We felt bad when we dropped off the vehicle that the spikes ruined a tire. It's hard to see coming into the parkade from the bright sun, while looking for signage of where to go. A different system would be helpful, or signage warning about the spikes.

1 out of 21

Thrifty

7.6

Good

36 reviews•4 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2022

Everything went smoothly with easy pick up and drop off. The only issue we had was with the brakes after the 3rd day. They were making a thumping noise when we applied them going down steep inclines in the rockies and the steering wheel was vibrating. I was told by a mechanic that the issue was probably a warped rotor so he advised us to not ride the brakes going down a steep hill and to use them moderately.

8.0

Very Good|Aug 2022

Everything was wonderful, but car rental prices are bananas right now.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2022

Agent at rental location was extremely helpful. Jeep was very clean and the perfect vehicle for our time in Banff

1 out of 12

Hertz

7.4

Good

85 reviews•6 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Dec 2024

Good price. Nice car

2.0

Poor|Oct 2024

I liked the upgrade and the drop-off procedure, however two days after the drop-off I got a phone call inquiring about my return date since Hertz had no records about my vehicle being returned. The car was not properly cleaned, windshield smudgy, seats full of stains. Nobody on hand at pick-up to explain the car features, i.e., no spare tire, how to release the parking break, how to open the hood, etc. The paperwork did not show the unlimited mileage, personnel ignorant, no intention to provide service.

8.0

Very Good|Oct 2024

We had to go to 3 different offices to find the right office to pick up our rental. I think you need better signs

8.0

Very Good|Sep 2023

It was ok… they upgraded me to a nicer car😊

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

We called prior to pickup to notify our flight was delayed to make sure they wouldn’t give our car away. They wanted to cancel and rebook the reservation. They canceled but then could not get a car because there were none available. We had to go with another company and had to pay double what our reservation was with kayak. Not happy with this experience. Also they refund was $100 less than what we paid. Will now have to fight with Hertz to fight for $ back. Not happy at all

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

The pre-damages which were on the car which you signed for was there, you afterwards claim was made by us

1 out of 29

National

8.5

Very Good

7 reviews•3 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2023

The National Car Rental staff at the YYC (Calgary) were super efficient and helpful. We got a brand new Chrysler Pacifica. The car itself was excellent. The gas tank was only three-quarters full, however. We noted that as we were exiting. The lady at the exit was kind enough to mark it as only half full. The drop off was also great, with super friendly staff upon arrival. We very much recommend National Car Rental at YYC.

1 out of 3

Dollar

7.0

Good

29 reviews•4 locations

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Best Calgary car rental deals found

The best prices on car rentals in Calgary we've found at this time. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.

Peugeot 2008AED 96/day

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Nissan SunnyAED 98/day

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Car rental FAQs

What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Calgary?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Calgary from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty (AED 96/day), Routes Car & Truck Rentals (AED 96/day), and Zoom Rent A Car (AED 107/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Calgary?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (8.9 rating), Alamo (8.9 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Calgary.
What are petrol prices like in Calgary?
The average price of petrol in Calgary is AED 4.41/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 198 and AED 286 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Calgary for a week from Alamo?
Hiring a car in Calgary 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 1,604/week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Calgary for the best price?
Generally, for a better deal in Calgary it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 40%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.
Can I rent a car for a month in Calgary?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Calgary it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.
How much is a car hire in Calgary for a weekend?
It costs AED 0 for a weekend car hire in Calgary, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Intermediate as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Calgary in April, prices are AED 0 per day on average.
What car do most people hire in Calgary?
Ford Explorer, which is a Full-size vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Calgary according to Cheapflights users.

Luxury car rentals in Calgary

Check out some of the best deals we've found on luxury car rentals in the Calgary area. Before completing your reservation, make sure the deal you've selected matches your car rental needs and budget.

BMW X5AED 194/day

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BMW X5AED 211/day

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Audi A8AED 243/day

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AED 44+

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Calgary?

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Popular car types in Calgary

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Top rental agencies in Calgary

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Calgary known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Calgary. Reviews were last updated on 24 March 2025.

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Best Calgary car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Calgary. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Calgary with an average daily rate of AED 135. Data was last updated on 24 March 2025.

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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Calgary, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 March 2025.

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What car do most people hire in Calgary?

Luxury car rentals in Calgary

Find luxury car rental deals in Calgary from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Calgary cost an average of AED 461 per day. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2025.

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