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What is the cheapest rental car agency in Ottawa?
The cheapest rental cars in Ottawa are generally found through Turo. When booking with Turo, you may be able to find rental car prices for as low as $6/day. The average price to rent a car in Ottawa is $50/day.
What car rental company in Ottawa has the most locations?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the most locations of any rental car company in Ottawa, with 16 locations.
What car do most people rent in Ottawa?
Most momondo users will rent the Ford Escape in Ottawa, though renting the Toyota RAV4 is a popular second choice according to our data. If you’re interested in renting the Ford Escape, prices are $89 per day on average. Some users have found Ford Escape rental deals in Ottawa for as low as $11 per day. Toyota RAV4 rentals in Ottawa are $76 per day on average, with some of the cheapest deals at $35 per day.
Ottawa, Ontario car rental deals found on momondo
Find the rental car in Ottawa that's right for you
Small cars
$39 - $77
All Car Types
$44 - $85
The average price of a small car rental in Ottawa, Canada is $51. The cheapest time to rent a small car in Ottawa, Canada is in February. The price is 25% lower than the rest of the year at just $39 per day. A small car rental is typically 9% less expensive than the average rental car in Ottawa. The average price of a vehicle rental in Ottawa can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Ottawa small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car rental in Ottawa, Canada is $48. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in Ottawa, Canada is in November. The price is 28% lower than the rest of the year at just $35 per day. A medium car rental is typically 16% less expensive than the average rental car in Ottawa. The average price of a vehicle rental in Ottawa can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Ottawa medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car rental in Ottawa, Canada is $74. The cheapest time to rent a large car in Ottawa, Canada is in September. The price is 30% lower than the rest of the year at just $53 per day. A large car rental is typically 24% more expensive than the average rental car in Ottawa. The average price of a vehicle rental in Ottawa can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Ottawa large car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a SUV rental in Ottawa, Canada is $54. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Ottawa, Canada is in February. The price is 25% lower than the rest of the year at just $41 per day. A SUV rental is typically 6% less expensive than the average rental car in Ottawa. The average price of a vehicle rental in Ottawa can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Ottawa SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a van rental in Ottawa, Canada is $89. The cheapest time to rent a van in Ottawa, Canada is in February. The price is 30% lower than the rest of the year at just $63 per day. A van rental is typically 36% more expensive than the average rental car in Ottawa. The average price of a vehicle rental in Ottawa can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Ottawa van rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a luxury car rental in Ottawa, Canada is $76. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in Ottawa, Canada is in January. The price is 32% lower than the rest of the year at just $52 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 25% more expensive than the average rental car in Ottawa. The average price of a vehicle rental in Ottawa can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.
To be able to pick up the car in Ottawa and drop it off in Grimsby was fanatasgic, i was able to brinbg back my new motorhome.
10.0
Wonderful|May 2023
Nice car and kind people!
8.0
Very good|Jan 2023
C’était bien. Sauf que l’on a payé pour des pneus d’hiver (nous demeurons au Québec) et c’était des pneus 4saisons (plaque de l’Ontario). C’est décevant!
8.0
Very good|Oct 2022
They changed my minivan to a full size V8 SUV. Making me pay more for gas.
10.0
Wonderful|Sep 2022
Pick up and drop off service in both Ottawa and Downtown Toronto was great. Both members of staff were very helpful. It was quite expensive but the staff and ease of the process made it worth it. You don't usually get that level of service in my experience when renting cars.
10.0
Wonderful|Sep 2022
Friendly and exactly what we expected. Never had a bad experience with Enterprise
I booked a dodge challenger but given a ford escape. The ford interior had not been vacuumed and had dirt and food debris in the console/gear shift. The exterior of the vehicle had not been washed and the windshield was covered with dead bugs. However, the drop-off at Toronto Pearson Airport was smooth and efficient
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
Easy to work with!
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
Everything was good.
10.0
Wonderful|Apr 2023
Very friendly staff i needed directions avis staff was quick to answer all my questions i highly recommended this location to everyone thank you awesome service
2.0
Poor|Nov 2022
I made the purchase on the Kayak website for 180.00 when picking up the car at Avis the amount charged was 380.00 ..... a real naughty thing. A real steal. As I was at the last minute to go to the airport, I could not rent the car elsewhere. I've been robbed...
10.0
Wonderful|Oct 2022
Customer service was awesome and the car was clean and on time.
The whole experience from start to finish was easy and fast. I will definitely rent from this location (Slater Street, Ottawa) again!
2.0
Poor|Jul 2023
My reservation was cancelled, when I called and asked how much the deposit was I was told $ 300. When I arrived , I was told it's $750 , I tried explaining that I had an important trip and she said there's nothing I can do for you,
8.0
Very good|May 2023
Good
10.0
Wonderful|May 2023
All was perfect
4.0
Mediocre|Apr 2023
Should calculate fuel usage and then return the unused price back
Our bank put a hold on our credit card after we tried booking Routes through one of their very sketchy online booking partners. Also, they were totally inflexible when our original booking (which we had to cancel) needed to change by 4 hours! Impossible to reach staff at the Ottawa airport. Recommend staying away from this company.
10.0
Wonderful|Feb 2024
All good.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
Terrible.
2.0
Poor|Jun 2023
Awful communication, Impossible to reach them by phone or email.
4.0
Mediocre|May 2023
The ad says unlimited free kms but the company does not honour that. And with no refund policy you can not cancel the reservation once you are aware of the fee/km
2.0
Poor|Mar 2023
Avoid renting from Routes Car & Truck Rentals in Ottawa. The pricing is not worth it. There will be hidden and questionable fees. The location is not convenient, so once you’re there, you have little options to make other arrangements. They will not honour pricing from web bookings, they’ll tell you to figure it out with the service you booked through and that you should have read their terms and conditions. Horrible customer service and business tactics. I opted to not take the rental and go back to the airport to rent from a reputable rental company. Look at their Google reviews, you will notice a common thread. Buyers beware.
The young lady the helped us was excellent. I believe her name was Mariam. The only thing that would help would be to be able to supply or buy a map of Ontario and perhaps Quebec. We rented it in Ottawa and bought it back to Ottawa. We would of preferred to have dropped it off in Toronto but the drop off charge was horrendous. thank you
10.0
Wonderful|Jul 2023
Ankit Patel did an excellent job for us in Ottawa. Excellent customer service considering we have a 3 and 6 year old.
10.0
Wonderful|Jun 2023
Great customer service
10.0
Wonderful|Jun 2023
Everything! If only I didn't have to fill the car up at the end, that's it
8.0
Very good|Feb 2023
Just need a little Deodorant to change the smell inside , the rest , like customer service was perfect and fast at pickup and drop off 👍
We had to insist on checking the car conditions in our presence at drop off like we did for pickup. Else the practice is to do it later on and send the observations to the customer by emails.
2.0
Poor|Sep 2022
I arrived at the rental location at Ottawa International Airport with a Quebec driver's license and an Ontario health card. The employee there told me that because I had a Quebec driver's license, I needed 3 photo IDs and 2 phone numbers to rent. This is ridiculous because I have used my Quebec license to rent cars from airports in Montreal, Toronto, and Boston without issue. There was also no warning about this before I arrived at the airport. This forced my partner to also take an Uber to the airport to bring my passport, and so we departed more than an hour late and spent extra money on transit to the airport. They also told us that because we left at 5 p.m. in stead of 4 p.m., we'd be able to return the car at 5 p.m. instead of 4 without extra charges. But the contract they sent still said a 4 p.m. return time.
8.0
Very good|Aug 2022
The car wasn’t ready when we arrived but it was fine. The chap in the office was pretty good, got friendlier as we were there longer. He helped us out with our insurance and we were off. They offered to drive us back to the hotel after we returned the car but then reneged the offer and left us at a local Walmart. Not great …
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2022
Great staff car smelled a bit like cigarettes but I told staff who marked it down and apologized
I like the way customers are treated, flexibility, efficiency and excellent vehicle!
10.0
Wonderful|Jul 2022
I found almost 80$ for 5 hours a bit expensive.
10.0
Wonderful|May 2022
The large deposit required. You need to make the vehicle availability inclusive to ppl who don't have alot of credit cards as many of us don't want them.
10.0
Wonderful|May 2022
Just the location is terrible.
10.0
Wonderful|Sep 2021
It should have been made clear that off site pick up was to avoid the Airport surtax. This was not a problem and solved by a short taxi ride.
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2021
The car was very clean and comfortable, rode very smoothly and quietly. I appreciated the fact that I did not have to return it to the downtown location but could leave it at the airport when I leave. Saves much time and effort when leaving on an early morning flight. The price quoted was very competitive. I will probably use Kayak again when I rent my next vehicle.
Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in Ottawa so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
How much will it cost to rent a car in Ottawa, Ontario in September?
For a weekend in September, the best deals in Ottawa start from around $16 up to around $78. For a week-long rental, the lowest price was $15, with more options around the $56 mark.
Is there a fee to cancel my Ottawa, Ontario car rental?
When renting a car, you can expect to find that a majority of the rental car agencies in Ottawa do not have a cancellation fee. Keep in mind that momondo does not set these cancellation policies, but we can help you find great deals on rental cars in Ottawa. Be sure to look for the Cancellation Policy when you conduct your search.
What is the best type of car to rent in Ottawa during September?
Most people will rent an Economy car when traveling to Ottawa during the month of September. Its efficient gas mileage and ability to handle wet road conditions makes the economy car a go-to choice when precipitation averages 3.4″ and temperatures hover around 46.4 °F. Renting a Economy in Ottawa will cost you $53/day on average.
What is the speed limit in Ottawa, Ontario?
If you are renting a vehicle in Ottawa, then be aware that the current speed limit within city or town limits is 40 mph, unless otherwise posted. Suburban speed limits around Ottawa will generally have a speed limit of 70 mph. If you are traveling on a highway in Ottawa, then the speed limit is 75 mph.
What car rental company has the Ford Expedition in Ottawa?
Alamo has Ford Expedition rentals available in Ottawa for $88/day on average. Availability for the Ford Expedition rental in Ottawa may vary, so try not to schedule your car rental last-minute.
What is the weather like in Ottawa, ON in August?
Typically, the weather in Ottawa through the month of August is 68 °F and the expected precipitation is 3.3″. This is important information to know when renting a car so you can be sure to rent the perfect car for the expected weather.
Is the weather in Ottawa similar to the rest of Ontario?
Travelers looking to leave from Ottawa on a road trip around Ontario or the surrounding areas during the month of August should expect temperatures around 66.2 °F and about 3″ of possible rain through the month.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Ottawa?
Prices for cars in Ottawa are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Ottawa?
There are 83 operators available for cars in Ottawa as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Ottawa?
Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Ottawa. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to rent a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred rental company before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Ottawa?
All drivers must have a valid full driving license when renting a car in Ottawa. If the license is written in a different language from the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual rental company you're booking with.
Traveling to a place near Ottawa?
Rent a car at Ottawa if you plan to visit one of these locations
Calabogie
Petawawa
Prescott
Winchester
Wakefield
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in Ottawa?
Booking a car rental in Ottawa via momondo could save you time and money. momondo provides you with a wide selection of options and cars as we search thousands of car rental websites and locations to enable you to make the best choice for your trip.
How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in Ottawa?
Once you have performed a search for a car rental in Ottawa, momondo will show the results and enable you to find the best deal by using our filters; here you can narrow your search down by vehicle type, price, agencies and a multitude of policies that can apply.
Does momondo show car rental deals in Ottawa with free cancellation?
Yes, whether it is for cars in Ottawa or elsewhere, momondo allows you to filter specifically for policies that offer free cancellation.
Can I rent a car with a fair fuel policy in Ottawa on momondo?
Fair fuel policies are specifically available to select on momondo, allowing you to refine your search for rental cars in Ottawa.
Can I find a car rental in Ottawa which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
You certainly can. momondo has a dedicated filter for enhanced cleaning services for all car rental locations including Ottawa.
Can I search for rental cars in Ottawa with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Yes, momondo is capable of showing unlimited mileage car rental options in Ottawa.
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