Ottawa

Cheap Car Rentals in Ottawa

Ottawa, ON, Canada
Apr 5 — Apr 12
Driver's age: 26-65
Ottawa, ON, Canada
Fri 4/5
Noon
Fri 4/12
Noon

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Ottawa 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 March 29, 2024.

January

₱2,080

February

₱2,080

March

₱2,080

April

₱2,305

May

₱2,642

June

₱3,373

July

₱3,767

August

₱3,767

September

₱3,036

October

₱2,530

November

₱2,193

December

₱2,586

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Ottawa 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Ottawa

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Ottawa to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on March 29, 2024.

Top rental agencies in Ottawa

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Ottawa known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Ottawa. Reviews were last updated on March 29, 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Ottawa, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Hertz. Before making your selection, be sure to carefully review the feedback, double-check the pickup location, and verify other important details.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very good
153 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.8

Budget

7.6
Good
54 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.2

Hertz

7.6
Good
33 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.2

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

5.6
Fair
54 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.9

Alamo

9.3
Wonderful
26 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.6

National

8.2
Very good
16 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.9

Avis

8.0
Very good
27 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.7

Europcar

7.3
Good
13 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

8.1

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Ottawa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on March 29, 2024.
  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Ottawa?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (9.3 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.3 rating) and National (8.2 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Ottawa.

  • What are gas prices like in Ottawa?

    The average gas price in Ottawa is ₱68.05/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₱3,062 and ₱4,423 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Ottawa for a week from Budget?

    Budget offers rental cars in Ottawa for about ₱28,696 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Ottawa for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Ottawa it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 34%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Ottawa it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people rent in Ottawa?

    The most popular car to hire while in Ottawa is the Kia Rio, which is a Economy vehicle.

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