Car hires in Calgary, Alberta

The majority of car hire agencies in Calgary offer free cancellation. momondo will always tell you whether or not rental car centres such as Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Avis have a cancellation fee for travellers who have last-minute itinerary changes.

When travelling to Calgary during the month of May, we recommend hiring an Economy car in order to be best prepared for the weather and road conditions. An Economy car can handle both the wet and dry road conditions that are often seen in Calgary during May, when temperatures are around 57,2 °F and precipitation is 94 mm on average. Hiring a Economy in Calgary will cost you R887/day on average.

60 km/h is the city speed limit for Calgary, which also applies to surrounding towns and other urban centres. The suburban speed limit and the speed limit for motorways around Calgary are 110 km/h and 120 km/h, respectively. If you hire a car in Calgary, be aware that these speed limits may be strictly enforced.

Avis has Cadillac Escalade hire available in Calgary for R1 972/day on average. Availability for the Cadillac Escalade hire in Calgary may vary, so try not to schedule your car hire last-minute.

In April, Calgary usually gets 25 mm of precipitation and has an average temperature of 41 °F. This information can be very helpful when looking at hire cars in Calgary as it can help you make the best decision.

Prices for cars in Calgary are updated daily.

As of April 2025, there are 79 operators available to choose from for cars in Calgary.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Calgary. 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 applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen hire company before making a reservation.

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