Most popular cities to hire a car in Alberta
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| Most popular car hire agency in July | Hertz | 18% more popular | 151 momondo users preferred to book a hire car from Hertz for their trip to Calgary in July |
| Average price to hire a car in July | $70 per day | 23% more expensive | A car hire in Calgary costs $70 per day on average in July, which is more expensive than the yearly average |
| Most popular type of car to hire in July | Intermediate | 35% more popular | 291 users chose to hire Intermediate cars for their travel needs in Calgary during July |
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Alberta car hire tips
Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Alberta so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
How much does it cost to hire a car in Alberta?
On average, it will cost you $73 per day to hire a car in Alberta. Depending on the time of year, what type of car you hire, and what agency you hire from, you could end up paying as much as $202 per day or as little as around $34 per day. The price of a rental car in Alberta commonly fluctuates by about 83%.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Alberta?
Enterprise ($34/day) is the cheapest car hire company in Alberta as of the past 72 hours, followed by Thrifty ($36/day), and Economy Rent a Car ($37/day). Keep in mind that these are the cheapest prices our users have seen recently. Daily rental prices are subject to change based on what city in Alberta you visit and what type of car you decide to hire.
What is the best car hire company in Alberta?
With an average review score of 8.7/10 from 186 reviewers, Alamo is rated the best car hire company in Alberta by our users. Alamo has 3 locations in Alberta including the popular city of Calgary.
What is the most popular type of car to hire in Alberta?
Intermediate cars are the preferred type of car to hire while visiting Alberta. This is a popular car type among drivers thanks to its value at an average price of $73 per day. While 35% of momondo users settled on this type of car, you can always choose a different one based on your needs.
What are the cheapest cities to hire a car in Alberta?
The cheapest cities to hire a car in Alberta are Calgary and Jasper. At the moment, Economy Rent a Car in Calgary rental prices from around $37 per day. In Jasper you can find car hire prices from $50 per day courtesy of Budget.
When is the best time to hire a car in Alberta?
The best time to hire a car in Alberta is in the month of May, when prices are $41/day on average. January is often the most expensive month to rent a car, when average prices are $86/day. However, no matter what month you plan to visit Alberta, it’s recommended that you book your car hire around 9 days out for the best possible price.
How long do people hire a car for when staying in Alberta?
Most people tend to hire a car in Alberta for 7 days which costs, on average, $65 per day. If you plan on hiring a car for one week, then you can expect to pay around $457 total. For a quick weekend rental, the total cost tends to average $125. $2,401 is the average cost of a month-long Alberta road trip car rental.
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