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Cheap Car Rentals in Ottawa

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Cheapflights insights for Ottawa car rentals

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How far in advance should I hire a car in Ottawa?

To get the best deal on car hire in Ottawa, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 624,281, which is about 1,531,878% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Ottawa?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Ottawa is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.1/10 with 34 reviews). Budget (rated 7.6/10 with 53 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Ottawa, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just Rp 509,282. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging Rp 952,850 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Ottawa, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just Rp 509,282. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging Rp 952,850 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

Rp 509,282

February

Rp 542,139

March

Rp 591,424

April

Rp 558,567

May

Rp 624,281

June

Rp 706,424

July

Rp 952,850

August

Rp 952,850

September

Rp 657,138

October

Rp 640,710

November

Rp 591,424

December

Rp 706,424

What car do most people hire in Ottawa?

Intermediate cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Ottawa. Full-size cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Ottawa?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 16 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Ottawa at 11.

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 30 August 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
34 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.4

Budget

7.6
Good
53 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.3

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

5.5
Fair
49 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.7

Alamo

9.2
Wonderful
21 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.7

National

8.3
Very Good
14 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.9

Hertz

7.9
Good
11 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.4

Avis

7.8
Good
29 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Dollar

7.5
Good
3 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Ottawa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 August 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Ottawa for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the top picks in Ottawa. They can have you in a hire car for about Rp 5,755,709 per week on average.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Ottawa check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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