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Cheap Car Hire in South America from $21

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in South America with a pick-up date of 10/6 and drop-off date of 24/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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South America car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in South America. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Most popular company

UNITED RENT A CAR

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

$71

Cheapest price per day

$21

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in South America?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across South America, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Price

$23 - $115

Out of all the popular cities in South America, Sao Paulo is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $23/day. Renting a car in Sao Paulo is 80% cheaper than renting one in Medellín where the per day rate is around $115. Other fairly inexpensive cities in South America to get a rental car in are: Lima ($34/day), Bogotá ($37/day), and Santiago ($39/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Santiago should expect to spend around $39/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in South America is Santiago.

Compare available car types for hire in South America

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in South America to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Small cars

$36 - $72

All Car Types

$47 - $122

To hire a small car in South America, you would pay an average price of $48/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South America (~$36/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$72/day). In fact, August is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, hiring a small car saves you 46% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South America small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in South America, you would pay an average price of $118/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South America (~$90/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$168/day). In fact, August is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, hiring a medium car is 25% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South America medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in South America, you would pay an average price of $146/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in South America (~$104/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$224/day). In fact, October is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, hiring a SUV is 39% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South America SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai Accent Hatch$21/day
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Hyundai Accent Hatch
Toyota Yaris$25/day
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Toyota Yaris
Kia Picanto$25/day
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A/C
Kia Picanto

Best South America car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in South America. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. Data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Hyundai Accent Hatch$21/day
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A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch
Toyota Yaris$25/day
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Toyota Yaris
Kia Picanto$25/day
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A/C
Kia Picanto

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South America, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 May 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South America?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $34/day when booking a car hire in South America. The absolute best deal a user found was for $27/day from Hertz, booked on May 12.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in South America?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in South America from the following companies over the past two weeks: Sixt ($46/day), Alamo ($48/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($56/day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South America for a week from Localiza?

    Localiza is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in South America. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $556 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in South America for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in South America it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 47%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 81 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in South America?

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For South America however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in South America for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car hire in South America is $2,382 ($79/day) on average.

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Small car hires in South America

Find small car hire deals in South America from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in South America cost an average of $50 per day. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Nissan Micra$25/day
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Nissan Micra
Nissan Micra$25/day
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Nissan Micra
Nissan March$26/day
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Nissan March

Van hires in South America

Find van hire deals in South America from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in South America cost an average of $61 per day. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Toyota HiAce$55/day
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A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$56/day
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A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$59/day
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A/C
Toyota HiAce

Car hires by fuel type in South America

Browse car hires by fuel type in South America. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in South America. Deals were last updated on 16 May 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in South America. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($31+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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