Car rental in Ontario

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Compare car rentals on price, ease of pickup, a fair fuel policy, and more

Find Ontario car rental deals you can modify or cancel if your plans change

Ontario car rental at a glance

Most popular rental companyCity Car & Truck Rental
Most popular carSmall
Cities to choose from69, Toronto is most popular
Cheapest price foundC$36 per day, Oshawa
Cheapest monthMay
Best time to book1 week before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Ontario could cost, we've pulled prices from Oshawa.

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Find the cheapest time to rent a car in Ontario

The cheapest month to rent a car in Ontario is May, when the average cost per day is C$63. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is April, when the average cost per day is C$64. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Ontario is December.
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Ontario could cost, we've pulled prices from Oshawa.

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Car rental in Ontario: FAQs

You will need insurance to rent a car in Ontario, but you won't necessarily need "extra" insurance. Different car rental companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.
To rent a car with most companies in Ontario, you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.
The best-rated car rental company by our travelers in Ontario is Payless. You can rent a car with them for C$0 on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Payless, you can dig deeper here.
The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Ontario depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid driver's license, ID, and passport. Once you’ve booked a car rental in Ontario, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.
It’s easy to rent a car in Ontario. First, you need to decide where in Ontario you want to pick up your car from.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.
You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.
You may need a credit card to rent a car in Ontario. It all depends on which car rental company you choose.
It depends where in Ontario you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Toronto. On average, it costs C$232 per day to rent a car there. The lowest price we could find is C$52 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Ontario

Here are some tips to help you score the best prices and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by "seats" and "transmission," and even choose only to see "electric" or "hybrid" vehicles. You can also filter by "car type," so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Ontario is Small.

Compare across companies

The most popular car rental companies in Ontario are City Car & Truck Rental, Hertz, and Routes Car Rentals. The cheapest company we've found is PriceLess. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car rentals to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is one week before. The cheapest prices we've found are C$36 a day and C$23 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Ontario you're going to visit? There are lots of places to pick up your rental car. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you get a great price, all while seeing more of Ontario. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Ontario is Toronto. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Oshawa.

Rent a car long-term in Ontario

Looking to rent a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car rental companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Try it today and search for 30 days' worth of car rentals.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car rental deal in Ontario with "unlimited mileage" or a "full-to-full" fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.