Useful insights to help you book the perfect rental car in Ontario
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What are the cheapest cities to rent a car in Ontario?
If you’re looking to travel to Ontario and save money on a rental car, then consider visiting Mississauga or Milton. You will find that MEXRENTACAR has the most affordable rental cars in Mississauga, from around C$ 30/day. City Car & Truck Rental has the cheapest rental cars in Milton, generally starting at C$ 32/day.
What is the cheapest rental car company in Ontario?
The cheapest rental car companies in Ontario are Fox with prices from C$ 8 per day, Routes Car & Truck Rentals from as low as C$ 11 per day, and Turo with deals as low as C$ 13 per day. Keep in mind that these prices were found in the past 72 hours and are subject to change based on when you book your rental, what city you plan to visit, and what type of car you rent.
What is the best rental car company in Ontario?
The best rental car company in Ontario is Alamo. This is based on an average momondo customer rating of 9.0/10 from 141 reviews. If you are planning a trip to Ontario, you will be able to find Alamo at 6 locations in the region, such as in the city of Thunder Bay.
What is the most popular type of car to rent in Ontario?
SUV cars are the preferred type of car to rent while visiting Ontario. This is a popular car type among drivers thanks to its value at an average rental price of C$ 125 per day. While 62% of momondo users settled on this type of car, you can always choose a different one based on your needs.
Ontario car rental deals found on momondo
Find the rental car in Ontario that's right for you
Small cars
C$ 30 - C$ 77
All Car Types
C$ 43 - C$ 107
The average price of a small car rental in Ontario is C$ 51. The cheapest time to rent a small car in Ontario is in November. The price is 43% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 30 per day. A small car rental is typically 24% less expensive than the average rental car in Ontario. The average price of a vehicle rental in Ontario can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Ontario small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car rental in Ontario is C$ 49. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in Ontario is in January. The price is 37% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 31 per day. A medium car rental is typically 28% less expensive than the average rental car in Ontario. The average price of a vehicle rental in Ontario can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Ontario medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car rental in Ontario is C$ 99. The cheapest time to rent a large car in Ontario is in January. The price is 35% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 65 per day. A large car rental is typically 32% more expensive than the average rental car in Ontario. The average price of a vehicle rental in Ontario can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Ontario large car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a SUV rental in Ontario is C$ 70. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Ontario is in January. The price is 31% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 49 per day. A SUV rental is typically 5% more expensive than the average rental car in Ontario. The average price of a vehicle rental in Ontario can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Ontario SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a van rental in Ontario is C$ 121. The cheapest time to rent a van in Ontario is in November. The price is 28% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 88 per day. A van rental is typically 44% more expensive than the average rental car in Ontario. The average price of a vehicle rental in Ontario can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Ontario van rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a pick-up truck rental in Ontario is C$ 136. The cheapest time to rent a pick-up truck in Ontario is in November. The price is 49% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 70 per day. A pick-up truck rental is typically 50% more expensive than the average rental car in Ontario. The average price of a vehicle rental in Ontario can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Ontario pick-up truck rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a luxury car rental in Ontario is C$ 111. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in Ontario is in January. The price is 41% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 67 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 40% more expensive than the average rental car in Ontario. The average price of a vehicle rental in Ontario can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Ontario luxury car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a convertible rental in Ontario is C$ 118. The cheapest time to rent a convertible in Ontario is in January. The price is 59% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 49 per day. A convertible rental is typically 43% more expensive than the average rental car in Ontario. The average price of a vehicle rental in Ontario can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.
Car was great, clean and super comfortable. The price I got online was 139$ and when I got there they told me to pay 240$ that was the only issue, other than that staff was friendly and customer service is on point. When I dropped off the car, a guy name osama I believe checked the car and he was very friendly and nice guy, thank you
2.0
Poor|Jul 2025
Let us book the car then turned up and they said they had no cars available
10.0
Wonderful|Jul 2024
Excellent car condition and service. Totally hassle-free
10.0
Wonderful|Sep 2023
To be able to pick up the car in Ottawa and drop it off in Grimsby was fanatasgic, i was able to brinbg back my new motorhome.
Staff were excellent and very patient. There was a longer que than expected but the staff were professional and worked through it within 30minutes. Overall easy pickup, signing of docs and drop off. 10/10
10.0
Wonderful|Sep 2023
Very good customer service
8.0
Very good|Sep 2023
No thanks
10.0
Wonderful|Sep 2023
Remove the bird poop from the car
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
We asked and needed a full sized car and were given a mid sized car which had done 82,000Ks and had maintenance issues. We managed to swap it out at our next stop and could only be provided with the same type of car which had done 83,000ks and as we discovered later had a bald front tyre and some steering issue which made it very hard to stay in our lane and could not be driven over 95 ks/h. We were stuck with the thing for 16 days. The car was not "road worthy"..........NOT HAPPY.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
The original price quoted went up by 50% after it was returned. From $400 to over $600. Will not make this mistake again.
Pick up was faultless - easy to find at terminal 3 Toronto, and also return was easy to find, park and hand over car. Reported a few issues with the car to ensure the next person didn't have same problems - basically wiper needed renewing and service!, otherwise all good! Staff were helpful and curtious.. 10 out of 10!
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
I was robbed of my money Hertz canceled 2 hours before pickup time and I cant get back my $776.74 to date. I cannot get anyone to talk to.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
I arrived to the car rental facility and they didn’t have cars, even with my confirmed reservation. Very poor service. The attended was also rude when I asked for a solution. Very bad service. Had to pay a taxi to find another way out
8.0
Very good|Aug 2023
Good but the receipt is hard to understand. I’m still not sure what I paid as there are three different amounts. Make it simpler to understand
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
Never using hertz ever again
6.0
Okay|Jul 2023
Long wait to collect car, wasn’t clear what insurance was included in the pre-booked price
I’ve tried to make a car reservation but I made a small mistake and choose the wrong date, called back in the minute and they rejected me to change the date… why I should pay a hundred bucks for nothing?? It’s terrible !!
2.0
Poor|Aug 2025
Our bank put a hold on our credit card after we tried booking Routes through one of their very sketchy online booking partners. Also, they were totally inflexible when our original booking (which we had to cancel) needed to change by 4 hours! Impossible to reach staff at the Ottawa airport. Recommend staying away from this company.
10.0
Wonderful|Nov 2024
Excellent. Was quick picking up the car and when I returned it was also quick. Car like in great condition. Was new, and running perfect. Very clean. This is my second time renting from them.
8.0
Very good|Aug 2024
The return experience could be better. Had to stand in a long line with people signing up for rental just to return my rental. Return desk was not manned. Otherwise it was a pleasant experience.
The young lady the helped us was excellent. I believe her name was Mariam. The only thing that would help would be to be able to supply or buy a map of Ontario and perhaps Quebec. We rented it in Ottawa and bought it back to Ottawa. We would of preferred to have dropped it off in Toronto but the drop off charge was horrendous. thank you
10.0
Wonderful|Jul 2023
Ankit Patel did an excellent job for us in Ottawa. Excellent customer service considering we have a 3 and 6 year old.
10.0
Wonderful|Jun 2023
Great customer service
10.0
Wonderful|Jun 2023
Everything! If only I didn't have to fill the car up at the end, that's it
10.0
Wonderful|May 2023
I love the customer service I received but the price was way too high compared to two years ago before the pandemic. I understand because if it was my business I probably would do the same to maximize profits but as a customer I feel different. But it is what it is and this survey will not change a thing.
Pick up location was the only one available at Terminal Billy Bishop though I would have liked it to be in the city. "Change Engine Oil" sign was lit at pick up. Rates could have been better. Overall the car was clean, performing and comfortable. Up to my expectations. The drop off experience was excellent and very convenient.
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
Helpful person who listened to my need of needing a bigger SUV and arranged for it
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
Excellent service
10.0
Wonderful|Jul 2023
Great service and super friendly
10.0
Wonderful|May 2023
They were fast and courteous and a pleasure to deal with
I booked a dodge challenger but given a ford escape. The ford interior had not been vacuumed and had dirt and food debris in the console/gear shift. The exterior of the vehicle had not been washed and the windshield was covered with dead bugs. However, the drop-off at Toronto Pearson Airport was smooth and efficient
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
Easy to work with!
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
Everything was good.
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
Muy buen servicio
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
Extremelly good.
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
Excellent experience at the 333 College St location. Thank you Sandy and Sam for all the great and super friendly service provided. My second time renting from you. Hope to continue. Cheers
Car was dirty, smelled like smoke and had unreported damage.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
Reservation was taken, talked to Thrifty customer service twice to confirm and adjust booking. I even talked to someone at the location directly about the reservation. I was called the day before the rental (I was driving my family to NY for a wedding), and they said no van was available, and on top of it, there wasn't one available until Sept when my booking was for Aug 16. Garbage service, no accountability, poor customer relations. I would recommend that nobody uses them.. if there was a rating lower than poor, I would select that.
2.0
Poor|Jul 2023
Called company before pick up the car and company advice there's no cars available. Advice Kayak site was not reliable since not following their availability. Request no show is okay, but just in case I have cancelled the booking.
8.0
Very good|Jul 2023
Drop off instructions clear
10.0
Wonderful|Jun 2023
Great service, given choice of car within paid for range, small issue with tyre pressure was resolved promptly. As a foreign traveller we were apprehensive but no need to be, we would use Thrifty again for sure.
8.0
Very good|Jun 2023
The staff were great. The car exceeded my expectations The final cost was more than originally anticipated.
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Car rental in Ontario
Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in Ontario so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
How much does it cost to rent a car in Ontario?
You can expect to spend around C$ 87 per day on average on a rental car in Ontario. Depending on what city you plan to visit, cheaper daily rental prices can be around C$ 25 per day or as high as C$ 201 per day, which is a 87% difference.
When is the best time to rent a car in Ontario?
The most ideal time of year to rent a car is in February, which is when prices are often the cheapest. Our users have found rental car prices averaging C$ 22 per day when booking in February. In contrast, August is the least ideal time to rent a car. Prices in Ontario during this month tend to be C$ 136 per day on average. Don’t forget to book your Ontario car rental at least 2 days in advance for the best deals.
How long do people rent a car for when staying in Ontario?
The majority of momondo users will rent a car in Ontario for 7 days at an average cost of C$ 53 per day. Renting for 1 week will cost a total of C$ 368, while renting for just the weekend will cost C$ 131 in total. You can also rent a car for a month or longer if need be - according to our data, renting a car for a month in Ontario costs, on average, C$ 2,290 total.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Ontario?
Prices for cars in Ontario refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Ontario?
As of September 2025, there are 495 operators available to choose from for cars in Ontario.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Ontario?
Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Ontario. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to rent a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred rental company before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Ontario?
When renting a car in Ontario, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in Ontario?
Using momondo to book a car rental in Ontario could save you time and money. momondo searches thousands of car rental websites and locations to provide you with a wide selection of options and cars to choose from.
How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in Ontario?
momondo makes it easier for you to find great car rentals in Ontario, by allowing you to refine your search with numerous filtering options. You can narrow your selection by looking at price, car type, location and more.
Does momondo show car rental deals in Ontario with free cancellation?
Yes, momondo allows you to filter specifically for car rental companies in Ontario offering free cancellation.
Can I rent a car with a fair fuel policy in Ontario on momondo?
Fair fuel policies are specifically available to select on momondo, allowing you to refine your search for rental cars in Ontario.
Can I find a car rental in Ontario which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
Yes, rental cars in Ontario with enhanced cleaning options can be searched for on momondo.
Can I search for rental cars in Ontario with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Yes, unlimited mileage options can be found on rental cars in Ontario on momondo.
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