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Cheap Car Rentals in Montreal from $71

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Montreal with a pick-up date of 2/3 and drop-off date of 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Montreal?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Montreal 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 6 February 2025.

January

$59

February

$72

March

$65

April

$75

May

$77

June

$103

July

$130

August

$132

September

$93

October

$93

November

$61

December

$91

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Montreal is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. 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.

Popular car types in Montreal

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Montreal and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 6 February 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Montreal this past week from 155 hire locations out of 20 hire agencies. Prices for a Montreal small car hire start from $71/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Standard

Standard

People mover

People mover

Premium

Premium

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Montreal

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Montreal to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 February 2025.

Small cars

$65 - $164

All Car Types

$59 - $171

To hire a small car in Montreal, Canada, you would pay an average price of $118/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Montreal, Canada (~$65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$164/day). In fact, January is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Montreal. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Montreal, hiring a small car saves you 4% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Montreal small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Montreal, Canada, you would pay an average price of $95/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Montreal, Canada (~$41/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$164/day). In fact, April is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Montreal. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Montreal, hiring a medium car saves you 22% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Montreal, Canada, you would pay an average price of $96/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Montreal, Canada (~$95/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$298/day). In fact, September is about 2% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Montreal. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Montreal, hiring a large car saves you 22% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Montreal, Canada, you would pay an average price of $100/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Montreal, Canada (~$55/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$211/day). In fact, November is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Montreal. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Montreal, hiring a SUV saves you 18% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Montreal SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki Swift$71/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

Top rental agencies in Montreal

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Montreal known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Montreal. Reviews were last updated on 6 February 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Montreal, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Alamo in Montreal. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.9
Good
83 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.6

Hertz

6.7
Okay
64 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.7

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
29 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.5

Budget

7.7
Good
10 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.6

Thrifty

7.4
Good
21 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.3

Avis

7.0
Good
20 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.7

Dollar

6.9
Okay
13 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.1

Europcar

8 locations

Best Montreal car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Montreal. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Montreal with an average daily rate of $88. Data was last updated on 6 February 2025.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in Montreal. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Suzuki Swift$71/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Mitsubishi ASX$74/day
4
M
A/C
Mitsubishi ASX
Ford Ranger$80/day
5
2
M
A/C
Ford Ranger

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Montreal, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 February 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Montreal?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Montreal from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty ($71/day), Routes Car & Truck Rentals ($74/day), and National ($80/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Montreal?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (8.8 rating), Budget (8.6 rating) and Alamo (8.6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Montreal.

  • What are petrol prices like in Montreal?

    The average price of petrol in Montreal is $2.08/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $94 and $135 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Montreal for a week from Avis?

    Avis offers hire cars in Montreal for about $859 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Montreal for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 35% on your car hire. For a below average price in Montreal, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Montreal.

  • How much is a car hire in Montreal for a weekend?

    It costs $0 for a weekend car hire in Montreal, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Montreal in March, prices are $0 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Montreal?

    Toyota RAV4, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Montreal according to Cheapflights users.

Car rentals by fuel type in Montreal

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Montreal. Deals were last updated on 6 February 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Montreal. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

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