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Cheap Car Rentals in Ontario from $15

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What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Ontario?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Ontario, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 223 pickup locations in Ontario to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on December 7, 2023.

Price

$17 - $70

Out of all the popular cities in Ontario, Toronto is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $17/day. Renting a car in Toronto is 76% cheaper than renting one in North Bay where the per day rate is around $70. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Ontario to get a rental car in are: Thunder Bay ($17/day), Sarnia ($27/day), and Ottawa ($28/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Toronto should expect to spend around $17/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Ontario is Toronto.

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Ontario 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 December 7, 2023.

January

$26

February

$26

March

$27

April

$31

May

$40

June

$56

July

$65

August

$65

September

$42

October

$37

November

$29

December

$42

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Ontario is January. 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 Ontario

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Ontario and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on December 7, 2023.

small car is the cheapest car type you can rent in Ontario this past week from 2,496 rental locations out of 89 rental agencies. Prices for a Ontario small car rental start from $15/day. Check out available deals for 7 car types currently offered at listed car rental agencies here:

Compare available car types for rental in Ontario

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Ontario to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on December 7, 2023.

Small cars

$26 - $59

All Car Types

$51 - $96

To rent a small car in Ontario, you would pay an average price of $40/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Ontario (~$26/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$59/day). In fact, November is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Ontario, renting a small car saves you 43% 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 Ontario small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Ontario, you would pay an average price of $40/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Ontario (~$26/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$58/day). In fact, November is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Ontario, renting a medium car saves you 43% 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 Ontario medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Ontario, you would pay an average price of $62/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Ontario (~$46/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$85/day). In fact, November is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Ontario, renting a large car saves you 13% 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 Ontario large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Ontario, you would pay an average price of $54/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Ontario (~$33/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$77/day). In fact, November is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Ontario, renting a SUV saves you 23% 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 Ontario SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Ontario, you would pay an average price of $78/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a van in Ontario (~$48/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$126/day). In fact, February is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Ontario, renting a van is 9% 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 Ontario van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a pickup truck in Ontario, you would pay an average price of $94/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in Ontario (~$51/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~$136/day). In fact, March is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck rental for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Ontario, renting a pickup truck is 26% 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 Ontario pickup truck rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Ontario, you would pay an average price of $83/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Ontario (~$54/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$128/day). In fact, February is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Ontario, renting a luxury car is 15% 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 Ontario luxury car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in Ontario, you would pay an average price of $119/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Ontario (~$83/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$152/day). In fact, October is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Ontario. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Ontario, renting a convertible is 41% 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.

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Top rental agencies in Ontario

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Ontario known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Ontario. Reviews were last updated on December 7, 2023.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Ontario, including locations near Toronto, Ottawa and Mississauga. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very good
565 reviews80 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Avis

7.7
Good
124 reviews40 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.6

Hertz

7.4
Good
379 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.2

Budget

7.3
Good
224 reviews34 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.0

Dollar

6.9
Okay
115 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.2

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

5.4
Fair
166 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.6

National

8.6
Very good
35 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.2

Thrifty

7.3
Good
62 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.4

Best Ontario car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Ontario. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Ontario with an average daily rate of $26. Data was last updated on December 7, 2023.
We've found these great deals on car rentals in Ontario, including options within the Toronto, Ottawa and Mississauga area. Deals are constantly refreshed so come back soon for more car rental options.

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Ontario, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on December 7, 2023.

What are the requirements to rent a car in Ontario?

The minimum age for driving car rentals in Ontario is 21. However, most Ontario car rental agencies apply a daily surcharge to drivers under 25. Additionally, they’ll be restricted from renting some vehicle classes like passenger van rentals or luxury car rentals in Ontario. Renters must also present a driver’s license, valid throughout their rental period. Foreign drivers with a driver’s license not in the Roman alphabet must also present an International Driver’s License before getting rental cars in Ontario. Payments for car rentals in Ontario can be by debit cards or credit cards.

What are the rules for driving in Ontario?

Whether you take a cheap car rental in Ontario or choose a more premium model, here are some road rules you need to know. Keep to the right while driving car rentals in Ontario and maintain a maximum speed limit of 65 mph on freeways. 30 mph is the maximum speed for towns, cities, and villages where no speed limit is posted. All passengers must be in a seatbelt in Ontario car rentals. Children under the age of eight should be secured in a safety or booster seat. Driving rental cars in Ontario with a blood alcohol limit of 0.08% or higher is a criminal offense. Drivers with an alcohol concentration between 0.05-0.08% will be fined or get a license suspension. Moreover, it is important to check with Ontario’s motor vehicle department for any recent traffic law updates before embarking on your trip.