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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 20 January 2025.

January

Rp 507,531

February

Rp 622,134

March

Rp 622,134

April

Rp 474,787

May

Rp 753,110

June

Rp 1,162,409

July

Rp 1,293,385

August

Rp 1,211,525

September

Rp 965,946

October

Rp 605,762

November

Rp 442,043

December

Rp 703,994

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.

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 20 January 2025.

Small cars

Rp 406,679 - Rp 2,199,246

All Car Types

Rp 513,916 - Rp 2,053,110

To hire a small car in Calgary, Canada, you would pay an average price of Rp 862,230/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Calgary, Canada (~Rp 406,679/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 2,199,246/day). In fact, January is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Calgary. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Calgary, hiring a small car saves you 42% 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 hire a medium car in Calgary, Canada, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,154,745/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Calgary, Canada (~Rp 667,245/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~Rp 2,458,906/day). In fact, April is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Calgary. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Calgary, hiring a medium car saves you 22% 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 hire a large car in Calgary, Canada, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,038,883/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Calgary, Canada (~Rp 1,782,580/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~Rp 3,058,939/day). In fact, September is about 71% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Calgary. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Calgary, hiring a large 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.

To hire a SUV in Calgary, Canada, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,507,682/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Calgary, Canada (~Rp 753,915/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~Rp 3,058,939/day). In fact, April is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Calgary. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Calgary, hiring a SUV is 3% 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 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 20 January 2025.
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 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.4

Avis

7.4
Good
151 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.1

Budget

6.9
Okay
100 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.9

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
62 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.6

Thrifty

7.6
Good
36 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.4

Hertz

7.4
Good
84 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.1

National

8.5
Very Good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.6

Dollar

7.1
Good
29 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Calgary, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 January 2025.
  • 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 Rp 19,646.37/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 884,086 and Rp 1,277,014 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring a car in Calgary for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around Rp 10,940,079/week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 41% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Calgary.

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

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

  • What car do most people hire in Calgary?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Calgary is Compact (Toyota C-HR) based on our Cheapflights data.

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