Car rentals in Downtown, Calgary

Based on our data, the cost to rent a car in Downtown is $29 per day on average. However, you might be able to find rental car deals as low as $16 per day which is a 68% difference from the highest price per day at $50.

The cheapest rental car company in Downtown is Hertz at $16/day. Other affordable options found in the past 72 hours include Avis at $17/day. These rates may be different depending on what neighborhood you plan on visiting and the type of car you rent.

Hertz is considered the best car rental company in Downtown based on our data - 38 reviews have given them an average customer satisfaction score of 7.6 out of 10.

29% of users prefer to rent SUV vehicles in Downtown, making it the most popular car rental type. If you are also interested in renting one for your trip to Downtown, then you can expect to pay around $80 per day.

The cheapest neighborhood to rent a car when in Calgary is Bridgeland/Riverside. On average, the daily cost to rent a car in Bridgeland/Riverside is $13 from Routes Car & Truck Rentals. Another affordable neighborhood to rent a car in is Chinatown, where Dollar has an average price of $16 per day.

The most popular length of time momondo users rent a car in Downtown is 16 days. For a 16-day rental the average daily price is $47, though prices are subject to change depending on the type of car you rent and what neighborhood you stay in. To rent a car for a week in general is $419 on average and for a weekend rental, expect to pay a total of $113 on average. Month-long Downtown car rentals are generally about $2,232 in total depending on your dates.

The best time to rent a car in Downtown is in the month of January, when prices are $29/day on average. July is often the most expensive month to rent a car when average prices are $72/day. However, no matter what month you plan to visit Downtown, it’s recommended that you book your rental around 22 days out for the best possible price.

Prices for cars in Downtown were last updated today.

There are 18 operators available for cars in Downtown as of April 2025.

Among different countries, including Downtown, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

To rent a car in Downtown, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.