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Cheap Car Rentals in Ottawa from AED 339

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 15/8 and drop-off date of 21/8. 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 rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Ottawa. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 August 2026.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

AED 5.00

Average price per day

AED 195

Cheapest price per day

AED 339
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Popular car types in Ottawa

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Ottawa and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 10 August 2026.
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There are 17 hire agencies servicing Ottawa. These agencies, altogether, have 82 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? medium car is the cheapest car type to hire in Ottawa with prices from AED 339 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Ottawa:

Compact

Compact

AED 504+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 339+

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Full-size

Full-size

AED 347+

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Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

AED 506+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

AED 469+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 504+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

AED 574+

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Best car rental deals found in Ottawa

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Ottawa. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Ottawa with an average daily rate of AED 507. Data was last updated on 10 August 2026.
Mazda Mazda3AED 339/day
Mazda Mazda3
Found 08/09/26
Chevrolet MalibuAED 347/day
Chevrolet Malibu
Found 08/09/26
Nissan RogueAED 465/day
Nissan Rogue
Found 08/08/26

Cheapflights insights for Ottawa car rentals

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 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just AED 136/day – about 261% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Ottawa?

Looking to hire a car in Ottawa? National had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only AED 57.13/day. Alamo also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at AED 58.75/day.

What is the best car rental company in Ottawa?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Ottawa is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.0/10 with 35 reviews). Avis (rated 7.9/10 with 31 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.0
Avis
Avis
7.9
Budget
Budget
7.5
Routes Car & Truck Rentals
Routes Car & Truck Rentals
5.4

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Ottawa?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Ottawa is February, when you can expect to pay AED 95/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Ottawa is July (AED 220/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

AED 103

February

AED 95

March

AED 103

April

AED 125

May

AED 143

June

AED 162

July

AED 220

August

AED 206

September

AED 129

October

AED 125

November

AED 95

December

AED 143

What car do most people hire in Ottawa?

SUV cars (Jeep Wrangler, for example) are the most popular in Ottawa. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra) and Premium (Nissan Maxima) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Ottawa.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Ottawa?

Avis has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. National has the second-highest number of locations in Ottawa at 2.

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Top rental agencies in Ottawa

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Ottawa known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Ottawa. Reviews were last updated on 10 August 2026.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
35 reviews•16 locations
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.3

Avis

7.9
Good
31 reviews•9 locations
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Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.6

Budget

7.5
Good
59 reviews•10 locations
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Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.4

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

5.4
Fair
52 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.7

Alamo

9.1
Wonderful
21 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.1

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.6

National

8.4
Very Good
14 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.9

Hertz

8.2
Very Good
9 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.8

Dollar

7.5
Good
3 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Ottawa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 August 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Ottawa?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 195/day when booking a car hire in Ottawa. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 139/day from Thrifty, booked on Aug. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Ottawa for a week from Thrifty?

    From Thrifty you can hire a car in Ottawa from about AED 1,019 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Ottawa?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Ottawa for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Ottawa for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Thrifty can potentially be 30% below the average car hire price in Ottawa. Check prices and availability for Thrifty and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Ottawa is on average AED 4,369 a month or AED 146 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Ottawa car hire.

  • How much is a car hire in Ottawa for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Ottawa is AED 0. Hiring a Intermediate is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Ottawa. For the month of September, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Ottawa for as low as AED 0/day.

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