What is the best place to pick up a car rental in Edmonton?

While many travellers that plan on flying to Edmonton will pick up their Thrifty car rental at the large rental location at the Edmonton International Airport, this is not the only option the travellers have in the city. For those travellers that are already in Edmonton that decide they would like to rent a car, there is a suitable location in the southern part of the city on 53rd Ave. NW, as well as one in the western part of the city on 102nd Ave. NW that offers excellent convenience to travellers that would prefer not to travel back to the airport to rent a car.

What are some of the amenities and benefits offered by Thrifty car rental in Edmonton?

One thing all drivers who plan to book thrifty car rentals in Edmonton should know about is this company's Blue Chip Rewards loyalty program. This is a program that allows you to earn points on every one of your rentals and then apply those points for discounts on future rentals. It also offers benefits such as priority counter service or even the ability to skip the customer service counter altogether at certain locations, quicker reservations, and the ability to add an additional driver for free.

What are some of the best places to park your Thrifty car rental in Edmonton?

Like a lot of major cities, drivers will find plenty of free on-street parking in the suburbs or outlying areas of Edmonton. As you make your way into the center of the city, you will start to find far more paid parking options. The city of Edmonton has three very large parking facilities called the Canada Place Parkade, the Library Parkade, and the City Hall Parkade, which all offer multiple floors of parking and allow travellers to pay using a credit card.

What is the most popular car hire from Thrifty in Edmonton?

Large hire cars (GMC Yukon or similar) are the most frequently booked hire car types from Thrifty in Edmonton.

How many car hire locations does Thrifty have in Edmonton?

Thrifty has 4 rental locations in Edmonton. Take a look at our Thrifty rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

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How far in advance should you book a car rental from Thrifty in Edmonton?

To get the best price on a car rental from Thrifty in Edmonton, you should book around 5 days before your trip. This could save you approximately 18% compared to booking last minute.

What is the most popular car type when renting from Thrifty in Edmonton?

The most popular car type when renting from Thrifty in Edmonton is SUV (37%), followed by Small (36%) and Medium (23%).

How much does it cost to rent a car from Thrifty in Edmonton per month?

On average, hiring a car in Edmonton with Thrifty costs ₹ 3,823 per day. August is the most expensive month to hire from Thrifty in Edmonton, when prices are ₹ 6,142/day on average.

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One reason so many travellers choose to book Thrifty car rentals in Edmonton is because of the wide variety of vehicles available. This means travellers looking to save a little bit of money can choose an economy or compact model that will get them from place to place safely and conveniently without costing too much money. It also means travellers can get larger vehicles, such as premium vehicles and SUVs for big groups, or even a specialty vehicle, such as a pickup truck from the Thrifty locations in Edmonton.
A good reason to book Thrifty car rentals in Edmonton is for those travellers who want to explore some of the great locations in Alberta. Thrifty does offer one-way rentals at some locations. So, for example, passengers that fly to the Edmonton International Airport (YEG) and then want to go on a road trip in Alberta can easily return the car to cities such as Calgary or Red Deer once their road trip is complete.
One thing drivers will soon notice after they book Thrifty car rentals in Edmonton is that it is quite easy to get around the city because of the extensive highway network. Highway 216 acts as a beltway around the city that makes it easy to not only access several parts of the city quickly but also intersects with major highways such as Highway 2, which travels north or south, and Highway 16, which travels east to west, meaning it is quite easy to get to destinations outside of Edmonton.
Something to keep in mind before you book Thrifty car rentals in Edmonton is that during the wintertime, driving in Edmonton can be challenging because of snow and ice. While you can generally put tire chains on your rental car, Thrifty rental car locations do not rent tire chains. If you are heading for some outdoor wintertime fun, most Thrifty car locations will rent ski racks. During this time of the year, it is always a great idea to try to rent a vehicle that offers four-wheel drive for your safety and comfort.
Supplier choice car hire from Thrifty in Edmonton are around 51% cheaper than other car types, on average.

What is the best place to pick up a car rental in Edmonton?
While many travellers that plan on flying to Edmonton will pick up their Thrifty car rental at the large rental location at the Edmonton International Airport, this is not the only option the travellers have in the city. For those travellers that are already in Edmonton that decide they would like to rent a car, there is a suitable location in the southern part of the city on 53rd Ave. NW, as well as one in the western part of the city on 102nd Ave. NW that offers excellent convenience to travellers that would prefer not to travel back to the airport to rent a car.
What are some of the amenities and benefits offered by Thrifty car rental in Edmonton?
One thing all drivers who plan to book thrifty car rentals in Edmonton should know about is this company's Blue Chip Rewards loyalty program. This is a program that allows you to earn points on every one of your rentals and then apply those points for discounts on future rentals. It also offers benefits such as priority counter service or even the ability to skip the customer service counter altogether at certain locations, quicker reservations, and the ability to add an additional driver for free.
What are some of the best places to park your Thrifty car rental in Edmonton?
Like a lot of major cities, drivers will find plenty of free on-street parking in the suburbs or outlying areas of Edmonton. As you make your way into the center of the city, you will start to find far more paid parking options. The city of Edmonton has three very large parking facilities called the Canada Place Parkade, the Library Parkade, and the City Hall Parkade, which all offer multiple floors of parking and allow travellers to pay using a credit card.
What is the most popular car hire from Thrifty in Edmonton?
Large hire cars (GMC Yukon or similar) are the most frequently booked hire car types from Thrifty in Edmonton.
How many car hire locations does Thrifty have in Edmonton?
Thrifty has 4 rental locations in Edmonton. Take a look at our Thrifty rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
Does Thrifty have a car hire location at the airport: Edmonton airport (YEG)?
Yes
Does Thrifty offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Edmonton airport (YEG)?
Yes

Reviews for Thrifty in Edmonton

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The employee repeatedly insisted that I take additional insurance, even though I clearly stated several times that I did not need it. In the end, I was charged $92 for insurance I did not want.Reviewed 29 Apr 2026

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Great staff at the airport, excellent rental experience.Reviewed 18 Mar 2026

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Great staff.Reviewed 30 Sept 2024

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Very efficient friendly desk staff. Auto person friendly and willing to listen to concerns, review vehicle with me and mark concern areas on sheet, return person fast, friendly and efficient.Reviewed 31 Aug 2024

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ExcellentReviewed 15 Aug 2024

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Unfortunately thrifty charged us for the extra insurance even though our booking we did online had already charged us for this. When I discovered this they would not give me any money back so I paid far too much for this car rental.Reviewed 21 Oct 2023

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