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Cheap Car Hire in South America from $25

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 South America with a pick-up date of 9/1 and drop-off date of 17/1. 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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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 17 December 2024.

Most popular company

FOCO

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

$87

Cheapest price per day

$25

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 17 December 2024.

Price

$33 - $129

Out of all the popular cities in South America, Lima is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $33/day. Renting a car in Lima is 74% cheaper than renting one in Santa Marta where the per day rate is around $129. Other fairly inexpensive cities in South America to get a rental car in are: Sao Paulo ($34/day), Brasilia ($35/day), and Florianopolis ($37/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.

Popular car types in South America

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in South America and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 December 2024.
Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

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 17 December 2024.

Small cars

$45 - $81

All Car Types

$93 - $154

To hire a small car in South America, you would pay an average price of $66/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South America (~$45/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$81/day). In fact, February is about 33% 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 44% 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 $140/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South America (~$80/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$183/day). In fact, July is about 44% 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 16% 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 large car in South America, you would pay an average price of $171/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in South America (~$155/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$324/day). In fact, August is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, hiring a large car is 31% 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 large 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 $167/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in South America (~$137/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$217/day). In fact, March is about 18% 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 29% 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:

To hire a van in South America, you would pay an average price of $137/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in South America (~$205/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$267/day). In fact, February is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, hiring a van is 14% 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 luxury car in South America, you would pay an average price of $133/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in South America (~$156/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$221/day). In fact, September is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, hiring a luxury car is 12% 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.

Toyota Yaris$25/day
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Toyota Yaris
Toyota Yaris$29/day
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Toyota Yaris
Skoda Fabia$30/day
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Skoda Fabia

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 17 December 2024.
Toyota Yaris$25/day
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Toyota Yaris
Toyota Yaris$29/day
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Toyota Yaris
Skoda Fabia$30/day
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A/C
Skoda Fabia

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 17 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South America?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $33/day when booking a car hire in South America. The absolute best deal a user found was for $25/day from Thrifty, booked on Dec. 16.

  • 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: Dollar ($30/day), Thrifty ($30/day), and Hertz ($33/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 $669 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 54%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 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 $2,866 ($96/day) on average.

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 $54 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 December 2024.
Kia Picanto$30/day
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A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto$30/day
2
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A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto$31/day
2
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A/C
Kia Picanto

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 17 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in South America. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($30+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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