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Mitsubishi Mirage
or similar Economy
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
4
2
A/C
4
US$35.06
per day
Free cancellation
8.1
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 6S2
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 6S2
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Nissan Versa
or similar Compact
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
US$37.09
per day
Free cancellation
8.1
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 6S2
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 6S2
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Hyundai Elantra
or similar Intermediate
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
US$39.12
per day
Free cancellation
8.1
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 6S2
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 6S2
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Volkswagen Taos
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
5
US$69.32
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Outstanding
In terminal
Pick-up information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Northwest Premier Auto Ltd, 100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5G5
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Northwest Premier Auto Ltd, 100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5G5
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Kia Rio
or similar Economy
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
4
2
A/C
4
US$39.53
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Outstanding
In terminal
Pick-up information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Northwest Premier Auto Ltd, 100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5G5
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Northwest Premier Auto Ltd, 100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5G5
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Chevrolet Malibu
or similar Standard
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
US$41.83
per day
Free cancellation
8.1
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 6S2
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 6S2
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Ford Focus
or similar Compact
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
US$42.24
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Outstanding
In terminal
Pick-up information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Northwest Premier Auto Ltd, 100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5G5
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Northwest Premier Auto Ltd, 100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5G5
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Kia Soul
or similar Intermediate
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
US$46.30
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Outstanding
In terminal
Pick-up information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Northwest Premier Auto Ltd, 100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5G5
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Northwest Premier Auto Ltd, 100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5G5
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Standard
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
US$49.01
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Outstanding
In terminal
Pick-up information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Northwest Premier Auto Ltd, 100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5G5
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Northwest Premier Auto Ltd, 100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5G5
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Volkswagen Tiguan
or similar Standard SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
5
US$82.85
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Outstanding
In terminal
Pick-up information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Northwest Premier Auto Ltd, 100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5G5
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Northwest Premier Auto Ltd, 100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5G5
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Dodge Durango
or similar Full-size SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
6
2
A/C
4
US$96.39
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Outstanding
In terminal
Pick-up information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Northwest Premier Auto Ltd, 100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5G5
Rental desk is located in Terminal building.
Please follow signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Northwest Premier Auto Ltd, 100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5G5
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Showing 9 out of 11 cars
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 12:16 on 12/04/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest Car Hire Rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 13 cities near Thunder Bay
- Top 5 locations near Thunder Bay
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in Thunder Bay and for how long?
- Car hire information
- Most popular car models of suppliers
- Car Hire Statistics
- Top 4 suppliers in Thunder Bay in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English, French
Currency
CAD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Dialing code
+1
Average car hire price
US$84 per day
Average car hire length
12 days
Speed limit within city centre
40–70 km/h
or
25–43 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
80–110 km/h
or
50–68 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average petrol price
US$1.12 per litre or US$4.24 per gallon
Lowest petrol price
US$1.01 per litre or US$3.82 per gallon
Highest petrol price
US$1.24 per litre or US$4.69 per gallon
Top 13 cities near Thunder Bay
- Bramptonstarting at US$22.02 per day897.9 km / 557.93 miles
- Thornhillstarting at US$54.69 per day912.8 km / 567.19 miles
- Torontostarting at US$17.65 per day923.3 km / 573.71 miles
- Hamiltonstarting at US$52.87 per day926.7 km / 575.82 miles
- Ottawastarting at US$51.02 per day1,081.6 km / 672.08 miles
- Montrealstarting at US$40.42 per day1,231.2 km / 765.03 miles
- Windsorstarting at US$53.34 per day1,344.5 km / 835.43 miles
- Quebec Citystarting at US$40.73 per day1,362.7 km / 846.74 miles
- Edmontonstarting at US$46.18 per day1,780.2 km / 1,106.16 miles
- Calgarystarting at US$24.64 per day1,797.5 km / 1,116.91 miles
- Halifaxstarting at US$44.42 per day1,997.2 km / 1,241 miles
- Surreystarting at US$37.61 per day2,441.8 km / 1,517.26 miles
- Vancouverstarting at US$29.15 per day2,457.7 km / 1,527.14 miles
Top 5 locations near Thunder Bay
- Windsor International Airportstarting at US$53.34 per day839 km / 521.33 miles
- Toronto Airportstarting at US$17.65 per day909 km / 564.83 miles
- Quebec City Airportstarting at US$40.73 per day1,350.1 km / 838.91 miles
- Calgary Airportstarting at US$25.65 per day1,794.5 km / 1,115.05 miles
- Vancouver Airportstarting at US$30.67 per day2,464.7 km / 1,531.49 miles
Map of top car rental locations
A
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
4 rental locations
B
Thunder Bay (Downtown)
2 rental locations
When to book in Thunder Bay and for how long?
In which month is car hire in Thunder Bay the most affordable?
According to our data, prices for hiring a car in Thunder Bay fluctuate depending on the time of year. This graph displays the average hire prices in each month in order to help you find the best bargain.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthNovember | Most expensive month October | |
| A good deal US$88 | Cheapest supplier Budget | Cheapest car type Large cars |
Average price for hiring a car per day in Thunder Bay
US$86
US$43
US$0
US$47
in January
Jan
US$30
in February
Feb
US$39
in March
Mar
Apr
May
US$54
in June
Jun
US$52
in July
Jul
US$41
in August
Aug
US$35
in September
Sep
US$78
in October
Oct
US$23
in November
Nov
US$36
in December
Dec
The best month to hire a car in Thunder Bay is November (when the average price is US$23.15 per day). This is 54% less than the yearly average and 70% less than hiring in October (when the average price is US$78.02).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your car hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for, and how much in advance you book. Simply select your dates in the form at the top of the page to find out the exact prices.
What is the most favoured month for hiring a car in Thunder Bay?
Given the number of searches made by our customers, the most popular month for hiring a car in Thunder Bay is August, and the least popular is January.
Popularity of Car Hire in Thunder Bay by Monthly Searches
2.3
1.2
0
0.7 times in January
Jan
0.7 times in February
Feb
0.7 times in March
Mar
Apr
May
0.7 times in June
Jun
0.7 times in July
Jul
2.1 times in August
Aug
0.7 times in September
Sep
1.4 times in October
Oct
0.7 times in November
Nov
1.4 times in December
Dec
What's the usual period for which people keep their hire cars, on average, in Thunder Bay?
Car hire lengths vary from month to month: in November, the average hirer keeps their car for 34 days, and in March, they keep their car for 2 days.
Average number of hire days in Thunder Bay
37
19
0
6 days in January
Jan
9 days in February
Feb
2 days in March
Mar
Apr
May
17 days in June
Jun
3 days in July
Jul
25 days in August
Aug
11 days in September
Sep
3 days in October
Oct
34 days in November
Nov
2 days in December
Dec
Car hire information
| 📍 Car hire locations | 2 |
| ✈️ Airport locations | 1 |
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Budget, National, Enterprise, Avis |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Large cars, SUVs, medium cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | US$43 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Budget |
Most popular car models of suppliers
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National | Kia Forte | 4 | 3 | Large car |
| Budget | Ford Escape | 4 | 1 | SUV |
| Avis | Kia Soul | 4 | 3 | Large car |
| Budget | Hyundai Elantra | 4 | 2 | Large car |
| National | Ford Expedition | 4 | 3 | SUV |
| Enterprise | Hyundai Venue | 5 | 2 | SUV |
| Budget | Nissan Versa | 4 | 2 | Medium car |
| Enterprise | Kia Forte | 4 | 3 | Large car |
| Enterprise | Kia Rio | 4 | 2 | Small car |
Car Hire Statistics
Highest-rated company
National (rated 8.7 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Budget (rated 8.1 / 10)
Total rental companies
4
Average daily price
US$84
Lowest daily price
US$43
Total cars available
6
Top 4 suppliers in Thunder Bay in 2026
National
2 locations
8.7
Outstanding
Value for money
8.7
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
9.2
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.3
Car condition
9.4
US$30
per day
Most popular location
450 SIFTON AVE,
Avis
1 location
8.6
Outstanding
Value for money
8.7
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.9
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.9
Car condition
9.0
US$55–US$135
per day
Most popular location
Northwest Premier Auto Ltd, 100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5G5
Enterprise
2 locations
8.4
Very Good
Value for money
8.4
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.7
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.6
Car condition
8.6
US$55–US$135
per day
Most popular location
1100 Arthur St W, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 6P9, Canada
Budget
1 location
8.1
Very Good
1 review
Value for money
7.9
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.2
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.2
Car condition
8.3
US$43–US$59
per day
Most popular location
100 Princess St, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 6S2
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Uzakrota Travel Awards - World’s Leading Car Rental Website 2022
Travel & Hospitality Awards 2021
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