Car hires in Ottawa, Ontario

In most cases, there is no fee when you cancel your Ottawa car hire. You can check to see whether or not your preferred car hire company in Ottawa offers free cancellation when booking with momondo.

Hiring a Standard car in Ottawa during the month of May is the preferred choice of most travellers. With temperatures averaging 19 °C and precipitation around 93 mm during May, a Standard size car is more than capable of handling these weather conditions. This is the perfect rental car type for wet roads and above-freezing temperatures. Hiring a Standard in Ottawa will cost you €34/day on average.

Ottawa’s speed limit is 60 km/h when you are driving in the city. This speed limit might also apply to surrounding towns and neighbourhoods. The suburban speed limit in Ottawa is 110 km/h and the speed limit for motorways is 120 km/h. However, be sure to look for posted signage as these speeds may vary.

Budget has the Jeep Grand Cherokee (and other similar SUV vehicles) for hire in Ottawa. You can expect to hire the Jeep Grand Cherokee in Ottawa from Budget for €70/day on average.

Typically, the weather in Ottawa through the month of April is 7 °C and the expected precipitation is 71 mm. This is important information to know when hiring a car so you can be sure to rent the perfect car for the expected weather.

If you’re looking for a Ottawa hire car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of April it’s important to know that the rest of Ontario typically has a temperature of 5 °C and will usually expect 63.5 mm of precipitation.

Prices for cars in Ottawa refresh daily.

As of April 2025, there are 83 operators available to choose from for cars in Ottawa.

Among different countries, including Ottawa, 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 hire company you're considering before booking.

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when hiring a car in Ottawa. If the license is written in a different language from the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring 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 hire company you're booking with.