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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Santa Marta?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Santa Marta and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

January

$66

February

$66

March

$73

April

$61

May

$61

June

$62

July

$67

August

$69

September

$67

October

$66

November

$59

December

$73

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Marta is November. The most expensive time to rent a car is March. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for hire in Santa Marta

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Santa Marta to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Small cars

$50 - $135

All Car Types

$50 - $196

To hire a small car in Santa Marta, Colombia, you would pay an average price of $64/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Santa Marta, Colombia (~$50/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$135/day). In fact, February is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Santa Marta. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Santa Marta, hiring a small car saves you 35% 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.

To hire a medium car in Santa Marta, Colombia, you would pay an average price of $93/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Santa Marta, Colombia (~$81/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$392/day). In fact, August is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Santa Marta. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Santa Marta, hiring a medium car saves you 5% 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.

To hire a SUV in Santa Marta, Colombia, you would pay an average price of $102/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Santa Marta, Colombia (~$106/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$392/day). In fact, October is about 3% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Santa Marta. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Santa Marta, hiring a SUV is 4% 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.

Top hire agencies in Santa Marta

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Santa Marta known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Santa Marta. Reviews were last updated on 21 November 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Santa Marta area such as Rent Arte, Localiza and Alamo. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Rent Arte

1 location

Localiza

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

8.0

Alamo

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.5

Hertz

1 location

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Royal Rent-A-Car

1 location

National

2.0
Poor
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Confort Rent A Car

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Santa Marta, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 November 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Santa Marta?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Localiza (8.4 rating), Alamo (7.3 rating) and National (2.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Santa Marta.

  • What are petrol prices like in Santa Marta?

    The average price of petrol in Santa Marta is $1.43/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $64 and $93 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Santa Marta for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the top picks in Santa Marta. They can have you in a hire car for about $539 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Santa Marta for the best price?

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 30% in Santa Marta - we recommend booking at least 68days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Santa Marta?

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

  • What car do most people hire in Santa Marta?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Santa Marta is Intermediate (Hyundai Accent) based on our Cheapflights data.

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