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Cheap Car Hire in Santiago from $35

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Santiago with a pick-up date of 17/12 and drop-off date of 14/1. 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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Santiago car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Santiago. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Most popular company

STREETRENT

Price of petrol per litre

$2.08

Average price per day

$40

Cheapest price per day

$35

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Santiago?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Santiago 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

$58

February

$56

March

$55

April

$50

May

$47

June

$49

July

$56

August

$56

September

$50

October

$47

November

$52

December

$61

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Santiago is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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.

Popular car types in Santiago

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Santiago and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

There are currently 114 hire locations operating in Santiago spread across 35 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Santiago is small car at $35 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Santiago

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Santiago 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

$43 - $74

All Car Types

$63 - $105

To hire a small car in Santiago, Chile, you would pay an average price of $56/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Santiago, Chile (~$43/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$74/day). In fact, March is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Santiago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Santiago, hiring a small car saves you 32% 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 Santiago small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Santiago, Chile, you would pay an average price of $84/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Santiago, Chile (~$49/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$125/day). In fact, June is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Santiago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Santiago, hiring a medium car is 3% 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 Santiago medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Santiago, Chile, you would pay an average price of $129/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Santiago, Chile (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$275/day). In fact, November is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Santiago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Santiago, hiring a large car is 37% 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.

To hire a SUV in Santiago, Chile, you would pay an average price of $82/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Santiago, Chile (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$103/day). In fact, March is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Santiago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Santiago, hiring a SUV saves you 0% 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 Santiago SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Santiago, Chile, you would pay an average price of $143/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Santiago, Chile (~$81/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$275/day). In fact, November is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Santiago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Santiago, hiring a van is 42% 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.

To hire a pickup truck in Santiago, Chile, you would pay an average price of $64/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Santiago, Chile (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$186/day). In fact, February is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Santiago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Santiago, hiring a pickup truck saves you 23% 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 Santiago pickup truck hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Nissan Micra$35/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Micra
Toyota Yaris$36/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Hyundai i30$38/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i30

Top hire agencies in Santiago

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Santiago known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Santiago. Reviews were last updated on 21 November 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Santiago, including Europcar, keddy by Europcar and Sixt. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

10.0

keddy by Europcar

9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

9.6

Sixt

6.9
Okay
4 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.7

Chilean Rent A Car

8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

5.3

Econorent

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Alamo

5.4
Fair
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.6

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.0

United Auto Rental

5.0
Fair
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

7.5

Budget

4.8
Mediocre
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.2

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.2

Best Santiago car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Santiago. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Santiago with an average daily rate of $55. Data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
The best prices on car hires in Santiago we've found at this time. Double check the details of your car hire reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Nissan Micra$35/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Micra
Toyota Yaris$36/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Hyundai i30$38/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i30

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Santiago, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Santiago?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $40/day when booking a car hire in Santiago. The absolute best deal a user found was for $29/day from Street Rent a Car, booked on Nov. 17.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Santiago?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Santiago from the following companies over the past two weeks: Rosselot ($35/day), United Auto Rental ($46/day), and Street Rent a Car ($47/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Santiago?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Europcar (10.0 rating), keddy by Europcar (9.1 rating) and Hertz (8.1 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Santiago.

  • What are petrol prices like in Santiago?

    The average price of petrol in Santiago is $2.08/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $93 and $135 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Santiago for a week from Street Rent a Car?

    Street Rent a Car is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Santiago. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $238 per week.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 46% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 90 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Santiago.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Santiago?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Santiago.

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

    Our recent data shows that Street Rent a Car can potentially be 28% below the average car hire price in Santiago. Check prices and availability for Street Rent a Car and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Santiago is on average $1,022 a month or $34 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Santiago car hire.

  • How much is a car hire in Santiago for a weekend?

    $0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Santiago. To save money, consider booking a Mini car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in December, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $100 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Santiago?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Santiago is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Small car hires in Santiago

Find small car hire deals in Santiago from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Santiago cost an average of $71 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Nissan Micra$35/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Micra
Nissan Micra$36/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Micra
Mitsubishi Mirage$39/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

Van hires in Santiago

Find van hire deals in Santiago from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Santiago cost an average of $245 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van hires in Santiago. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Toyota HiAce$202/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$215/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$216/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce

Car hires by fuel type in Santiago

Browse car hires by fuel type in Santiago. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Santiago. Deals were last updated on 21 November 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Santiago. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($28+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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