Edmonton car rentals from $20/day

Regular sedans with front wheel drive are a good option in the metropolitan area of Edmonton, but when the weather gets harsher, a four-wheel drive such as a Subaru, offers more security when driving outside the city.

The speed limit in the city is typically 50 kilometers per hour (30 miles per hour), but on rural highways it ranges between 80 and 100 km/h (50 and 62 mph) and on expressways it is usually set between 100 and 110 km/h (62 and 68 mph).

Street parking in Edmonton usually costs between $2.50 to $3.50 per hour from Monday to Friday, $1 an hour on Saturdays, and is free on Sundays and public holidays. The demand for parking in the downtown area is high, so if you're attending any event at Rogers Place arena you should park your car outside the city center.

On average a rental car in Edmonton costs $49 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Edmonton found in the last 2 weeks is $40.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Budget ($20/day), Hertz ($24/day) and Thrifty ($24/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Budget C225-10200 102 Ave T5J 4B7 (1 miles from city center).

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Edmonton are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.3, 81 reviews), Avis (8.3, 50 reviews), and Hertz (7.8, 122 reviews).

The average gas price in Edmonton is $5.22 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $63 and $83, depending on the car size.

Intermediate (Dodge Dart or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Edmonton.

Car rental companies onsite at Edmonton airport include Hertz, Budget, Avis, Thrifty and Driving Force.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Edmonton airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Budget, Avis, Thrifty, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Driving Force, and National.

Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

An Intermediate car rental in Edmonton costs $30 per day, on average.

An Economy car rental in Edmonton costs $31 per day, on average.

A Premium car rental in Edmonton costs $33 per day, on average.

In Edmonton, cars are most frequently rented at Hertz 8624 53rd Avenue (4 miles from city center).

On average a rental car in Edmonton costs $340 per week ($49 per day).

On average a rental car in Edmonton costs $1,456 per month ($49 per day).

Most car rental providers in Edmonton offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Edmonton, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 11 car rental agencies in Edmonton.

Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Edmonton so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

If you are planning to go for a trip in your cheap car rental in Edmonton with your kids, they must be in child seats until they are over 40 pounds. Children under the age of six who weigh less than 40 pounds must be in child safety seats. Once they are two years old, they can sit in forward-facing car seats.

A 14-minute drive will take you to West Edmonton Mall. The mall is home to a waterpark, ice skating arenas, wildlife experiences, and many more attractions. Take cheap car rentals in Edmonton and drive to Elk Island about 30 minutes away, which lies 30 miles away. The city boasts a national park that maintains the mountain buffalo. Take a trip to Devon 26 miles away which will take about 37 minutes. It is home to eye-catching coastlines, beautiful beaches, and the Canadian Energy Museum. Also, drive to Fort Saskatchewan about 19 miles away. This will take 30 minutes from Edmonton. The city is home to vibrant art and culture scenes, and also many sports and recreational areas.