Thrifty Car Hire in Manitoba

Hola Car Rentals is a premium partner of the leading car hire companies in Manitoba, giving you exclusive access to our All Inclusive+ rate. This rate includes extra benefits that no other company can match:

• Full vehicle coverage with no excess (applies only to certain rates and itineraries)
• Toll cashback: get back up to 5% of your total booking value for tolls charged during your hire
• Premium travel medical assistance for up to 5 passengers in case of emergency, covering up to CAD 200,000 (pre-existing conditions excluded)
• No Extra Charges© guarantee: if the counter charges you for something not listed on your confirmation and not an optional add-on you accepted, Hola Car Rentals will work to remove or reimburse the charge after verification

All at no additional cost, ensuring a unique hire experience with complete protection and peace of mind during your trip in Manitoba.

No. With Hola Car Rentals, all costs and charges for your booking in Manitoba are clearly shown at the time of reservation and in your confirmation email, so you know exactly what you are paying before you arrive at the counter.

On top of that, every Hola Car Rentals booking includes the No Extra Charges© guarantee. This is a pricing guarantee (not insurance) that protects you if the counter in Manitoba charges you for something that was not listed on your confirmation and was not an optional add-on you accepted. If that happens, Hola Car Rentals will work with the hire partner to remove or reimburse the charge after verification.

The only costs outside this guarantee are:

• Optional add-ons you choose at the counter (GPS, child seats, prepaid fuel)
• Usage-based charges (tolls, fuel shortfall, traffic fines)

The Thrifty counter in Manitoba is located at Winnipeg International Airport (YWG), at 2000 Wellington Avenue. After collecting your baggage, follow the signs from baggage claim to the parkade and ground-level hire desks, where Thrifty and other hire brands are grouped together.

The Thrifty airport location in Manitoba operates nearly around the clock, with hours from 07:00 to 23:59 daily, plus an additional slot from 00:00 to 01:00, making it one of the most accessible hire counters for late-night or early-morning arrivals.

If you are not hiring at the airport, Thrifty also has several neighbourhood locations across Winnipeg, including 1577 Erin Street and 1615 Regent Avenue West. Hours at those sites are shorter, typically 08:00 to 16:30 on weekdays, so confirm your location's schedule before heading there.

No, there are no toll roads in Manitoba. Thrifty renters driving anywhere in the province, including Winnipeg and surrounding areas, will not encounter any toll highways, toll bridges, or cashless express lanes. No transponder or toll programme enrolment is needed for travel within Manitoba.

Because Manitoba has no tolls, Thrifty does not offer or charge for a toll pass programme within the province. You will not face any toll-related daily fees or administrative charges on your hire agreement for driving in Manitoba.

If your trip takes you outside Manitoba into provinces that do have tolled roads, such as Ontario's Highway 407 ETR, toll charges and any associated hire company processing fees could apply for that portion of your journey. In that case, Hola Car Rentals' Tolls Cashback benefit lets you claim up to 5% of your total booking value back for tolls paid. Submit your claim to [email protected] within 30 days of returning your Thrifty vehicle, along with your hire agreement and toll receipts.

To collect your Thrifty hire in Manitoba, you must present the following physical documents at the counter:

• A valid, unexpired driver’s licence in the main driver’s name (physical copy only; digital versions are not accepted)
• A major credit card with the driver’s name printed on the card, in the main driver’s name, for the authorisation hold
• A valid passport or government-issued photo ID
• Your booking confirmation

If your driver’s licence is not in English and uses a non-Latin alphabet such as Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, or Cyrillic, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is mandatory alongside your original licence. For other non-English licences, an IDP is strongly recommended as a translation document. The IDP is not a standalone licence and must always be carried with your original.

All documents presented at the Thrifty counter in Manitoba must be physical originals. The name on your driver’s licence, credit card, and reservation must all match. Debit cards and prepaid cards are not accepted for the authorisation hold.

Yes, Thrifty in Manitoba applies a daily surcharge for younger drivers. Drivers aged 20 to 24 are charged GBP 15 per day plus applicable taxes for the full duration of the hire. This fee is paid locally at the counter and is not included in your prepaid rate.

The minimum age to hire a vehicle at Thrifty in Manitoba is 20 years old. Drivers under 20 are not eligible to hire.

If you are adding a driver under 25 as an additional driver on your Thrifty Manitoba reservation, an underage driver fee may apply on top of any additional driver fee. Both the main driver and any additional drivers must be present at the counter with a valid driver’s licence to be added to the hire agreement.

Note that the young driver surcharge in Manitoba applies to drivers aged 20 to 24. The Quebec rule, which sets a minimum age of 18, does not apply to Manitoba hires.

Yes, a valid foreign driver’s licence is generally accepted at Thrifty in Manitoba, provided it meets certain conditions.

Your foreign licence must be unexpired and must not carry any restrictions that would prevent you from legally operating a hire vehicle. You must also present a valid passport in your name alongside the licence.

If your licence is not in English and uses a non-Latin alphabet, such as Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, or Cyrillic script, you are required to carry a current International Driving Permit (IDP) as a translation document. The IDP must accompany your original licence at all times; it is not valid on its own. If you are from Japan, a Japanese Translation Service document is an accepted alternative.

For licences in other languages that use a Latin alphabet, an IDP is strongly recommended even if not strictly mandatory, as the Thrifty counter agent in Manitoba may request one for verification. Obtain your IDP in your home country before travelling, as it cannot be issued abroad.

Manitoba has no toll roads, so you will not pay any tolls while driving your Thrifty hire within the province. However, if your trip takes you beyond Manitoba into a region with tolls, such as Ontario's Highway 407 ETR, the Hola Car Rentals Tolls Cashback benefit applies to those charges.

All Hola Car Rentals bookings, including Thrifty reservations in Manitoba, include Tolls Cashback. You can receive up to 5% of your total booking value back for tolls paid during your hire period. Here is how to claim:

• Email [email protected] within 30 days of returning your Thrifty vehicle
• Use the subject line: Tolls Cashback, followed by your reservation number
• Attach your Hola Car Rentals booking confirmation, the signed hire agreement, and a toll receipt or statement showing the charges

Refunds are issued to the original payment method used for your booking and typically process within 7 to 10 business days after approval. Late submissions received after 30 days are not accepted.

Yes, after-hours returns are possible at the Thrifty location at Winnipeg International Airport (YWG) in Manitoba. The airport counter operates from 07:00 to 23:59 daily, with an additional slot from 00:00 to 01:00, making it accessible for most late-night returns.

For neighbourhood Thrifty locations in Winnipeg, Manitoba, hours are shorter. For example, the Erin Street location closes at 16:30 on weekdays and 17:30 on weekends, and the Regent Avenue West location closes at 18:00 on weekdays and 15:00 on weekends. After-hours key drop availability at these sites varies, so confirm the specific procedure with your location before your return.

When returning after hours at any Thrifty location in Manitoba, take photos of the vehicle's condition, fuel gauge, and odometer before leaving the keys. Keep your final fuel receipt as well. Note that until the hire agreement is formally closed by a Thrifty agent, you remain responsible for the vehicle.

When you pick up your Thrifty hire in Manitoba, a temporary authorisation hold is placed on your credit card. For hires in Canada, this hold is typically in the range of GBP 300 to GBP 500, though some locations may require a minimum authorisation of approximately GBP 750. The exact amount depends on the specific Thrifty location, the vehicle class, and the duration of your hire.

The hold is not a charge. It temporarily reduces your available credit and is released after you return the vehicle. Your bank or card issuer controls how quickly the hold disappears from your statement, which can take up to 15 business days.

To avoid issues at the Thrifty counter in Manitoba, keep the following in mind:

• Only a major credit card with the driver’s name printed on the card is accepted for the deposit hold
• Debit cards, prepaid cards, and virtual cards are not accepted
• Ensure your card has sufficient available credit to cover the hold plus any expected charges
• Notify your bank of your travel plans to prevent the authorisation from being flagged

Yes, when you hire from Thrifty in Manitoba, third-party liability cover is included by default. Canadian provincial law requires every hire vehicle to carry third-party liability insurance, so this statutory cover follows the car automatically when you hire in Manitoba through Hola Car Rentals.

This means you are protected against bodily injury and property damage claims from third parties while driving your Thrifty hire in Manitoba. However, the statutory minimum may not be sufficient for all situations. You can purchase supplementary liability cover at the Thrifty counter in Manitoba to increase your protection limits.

It is important to understand what this cover does and does not include:

• It covers injury or property damage you cause to other people or vehicles
• It does not cover damage to the Thrifty hire vehicle itself (that requires CDW or LDW)
• It does not cover your personal injuries or belongings
• Cover applies only to drivers listed on the hire agreement

Review your booking confirmation to confirm the exact liability limits included in your Manitoba Thrifty hire.

Thrifty hires in Manitoba follow a Full-to-Full fuel policy. You receive the vehicle with a full tank and must return it full to avoid additional charges.

To avoid fuel charges on your Thrifty Manitoba hire:

• Check the fuel gauge with the agent at pickup and confirm the starting level is recorded on your hire agreement
• Take a photo of the dashboard showing the odometer and fuel gauge when you collect the car
• Refuel within approximately 10 to 15 kilometres of the return location so the gauge does not drop before you arrive
• Keep your final fuel receipt showing the date, time, and station address
• For after-hours returns at the Winnipeg airport Thrifty location, leave the receipt in the key envelope and keep a photo of the full gauge

If you return the vehicle below the recorded starting level, Thrifty may charge you for the fuel shortfall at the partner's refuelling rate, which is typically higher than the pump price, plus a refuelling service fee. Using the correct fuel type is also important, as wrong-fuel incidents are not covered by the fuel policy.

Yes, you can add an additional driver to your Thrifty hire in Manitoba, either as part of your rate or for a fee paid at the counter.

When an additional driver is not included in your rate, Thrifty charges GBP 13.50 per hire day plus taxes, with a maximum cap of GBP 189 plus taxes. Check your booking confirmation to see whether an additional driver is already included in your Manitoba hire.

To add a driver at the Thrifty counter in Manitoba:

• The additional driver must be present at pickup with a valid driver’s licence
• If their licence is not in English and uses a non-Latin alphabet, they must also present an International Driving Permit
• Both the main driver and the additional driver must sign the hire agreement
• The additional driver must meet the minimum age requirement of 20 years old; drivers aged 20 to 24 may also be subject to the young driver surcharge of GBP 15 per day

Only drivers listed on the hire agreement are covered by the vehicle's protections. Anyone not named on the contract who drives the Thrifty vehicle in Manitoba may void your cover.

Most Hola Car Rentals bookings, including Thrifty reservations in Manitoba, include Travel Assistance provided by Terrawind Global Protection. However, this benefit does not apply to Canadian or US residents. If you are visiting Manitoba from outside North America, this cover is included at no extra cost.

The Travel Assistance benefit covers scenarios such as a medical emergency during your Manitoba road trip, a vehicle breakdown on a remote highway, or a flight cancellation affecting your travel. Core benefits typically include:

• Travel insurance with medical cover for up to 5 passengers
• Legal assistance in the event of an accident
• Compensation for baggage lost by the airline
• Flight cancellation insurance

To reach the assistance line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, call +1 888 980 9992 (toll-free or collect), or contact via WhatsApp at +1 208 910 1001. Have your Hola Car Rentals confirmation number ready when you call. This cover does not replace CDW or LDW for damage to your Thrifty hire vehicle, nor does it cover third-party liability.

No, Thrifty does not currently operate in any Manitoba city other than Winnipeg. All Thrifty locations in Manitoba are concentrated in Winnipeg, with no presence in other cities such as Brandon or Thompson.

Within Winnipeg, Thrifty has multiple pickup points, including:

• Winnipeg International Airport (YWG) at 2000 Wellington Avenue, open nearly 24 hours daily
• 1577 Erin Street (weekday and weekend hours available)
• 1615 Regent Avenue West, Unit 670
• 2425 McPhillips Street
• 1066 Nairn Avenue
• 100 to 1717 Waverly Street

If you are planning to explore Manitoba beyond Winnipeg, you will pick up your Thrifty vehicle in the city and drive from there. The airport location is the most convenient option for arrivals at YWG, given its extended hours and proximity to the terminal. Neighbourhood locations in Winnipeg may offer lower rates than the airport counter, so it is worth comparing options when booking your Thrifty Manitoba hire.