Calgary car rentals in 2023
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Calgary. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 December 2023.
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Calgary?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Calgary 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 3 December 2023.
January
AED 135
February
AED 176
March
AED 187
April
AED 150
May
AED 212
June
AED 330
July
AED 359
August
AED 334
September
AED 268
October
AED 157
November
AED 117
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
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Calgary and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 3 December 2023.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Calgary this past week from 77 hire locations out of 22 hire agencies. Prices for a Calgary small car hire start from AED 69/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
AED 69+
Compact
AED 69+
Intermediate
AED 72+
Standard
AED 86+
Full-size
AED 90+
People carrier
AED 146+
Supplier choice
AED 100+
Intermediate SUV
AED 105+
Economy
AED 69+
Compact
AED 69+
Intermediate
AED 72+
Standard
AED 86+
Full-size
AED 90+
People carrier
AED 146+
Supplier choice
AED 100+
Intermediate SUV
AED 105+
Economy
AED 69+
Compact
AED 69+
Intermediate
AED 72+
Standard
AED 86+
Full-size
AED 90+
People carrier
AED 146+
Supplier choice
AED 100+
Intermediate SUV
AED 105+
Compare available car types for rental in Calgary
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Calgary to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 December 2023.
Small cars | AED 141 - AED 853 | |
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All Car Types | AED 191 - AED 702 |
To rent a small car in Calgary, Canada, you would pay an average price of AED 307/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Calgary, Canada (~AED 141/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~AED 853/day). In fact, November is about 55% 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 4% 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 283/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Calgary, Canada (~AED 169/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 547/day). In fact, February 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 11% 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 280/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Calgary, Canada (~AED 201/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 507/day). In fact, December is about 29% 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 12% 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 327/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Calgary, Canada (~AED 188/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 662/day). In fact, October is about 43% 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 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. Here are the best Calgary SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a van in Calgary, Canada, you would pay an average price of AED 339/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a van in Calgary, Canada (~AED 191/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~AED 1,708/day). In fact, February is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Calgary. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Calgary, renting a van is 7% 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 luxury car in Calgary, Canada, you would pay an average price of AED 198/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Calgary, Canada (~AED 157/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 466/day). In fact, January is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Calgary. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Calgary, renting a luxury car saves you 38% 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.
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 3 December 2023.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Calgary, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.
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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 99. Data was last updated on 3 December 2023.
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.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Calgary, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 December 2023.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Calgary?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 103/day when booking a car hire in Calgary. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 102/day from Thrifty, booked on Nov. 26.
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: Budget (AED 69/day), Thrifty (AED 71/day), and Dollar (AED 143/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Calgary?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.8 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.4 rating) and Thrifty (8.0 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 4.04/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 182 and AED 263 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Calgary for a week from Thrifty?
Hiring a car in Calgary for a week can be a great option for travel. Thrifty, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around AED 718/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 32%). 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 113 for a weekend car hire in Calgary, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy 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 January, prices are AED 181 per day on average.
What car do most people hire in Calgary?
Dodge Grand Caravan, which is a Mini vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Calgary according to Cheapflights users.