
Cheap Car Rentals in Costa Rica from C$ 11
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Costa Rica with a pick-up date of 20/5 and drop-off date of 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
Costa Rica car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Costa Rica. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 February 2025.
Most popular company | Rent-A-Wreck |
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Most common car type | Mini |
Average price per day | C$ 34 |
Cheapest price per day | C$ 11 |
What are the car hire rental for popular cities in Costa Rica?
Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Costa Rica, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 335 pickup locations in Costa Rica to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 February 2025.
Price | C$ 10 - C$ 131 |
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Costa Rica?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Costa Rica 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 27 February 2025.
January
C$ 48
February
C$ 51
March
C$ 54
April
C$ 28
May
C$ 23
June
C$ 28
July
C$ 41
August
C$ 28
September
C$ 20
October
C$ 20
November
C$ 27
December
C$ 74
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Costa Rica is September. 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 Costa Rica
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Costa Rica and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 27 February 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can rent in Costa Rica this past week from 610 rental locations out of 56 rental agencies. Prices for a Costa Rica small car rental start from C$ 11/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car rental agencies here:
Compare available car types for rental in Costa Rica
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Costa Rica to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 February 2025.
Small cars | C$ 19 - C$ 67 | |
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All Car Types | C$ 29 - C$ 96 |
To rent a small car in Costa Rica, you would pay an average price of C$ 32/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Costa Rica (~C$ 19/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 67/day). In fact, September is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Costa Rica. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Costa Rica, renting 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 Costa Rica small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a medium car in Costa Rica, you would pay an average price of C$ 41/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Costa Rica (~C$ 24/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 85/day). In fact, September is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Costa Rica. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Costa Rica, renting a medium car saves you 11% 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 Costa Rica medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a large car in Costa Rica, you would pay an average price of C$ 74/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Costa Rica (~C$ 32/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 150/day). In fact, October is about 57% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Costa Rica. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Costa Rica, renting 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 rent a SUV in Costa Rica, you would pay an average price of C$ 43/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Costa Rica (~C$ 24/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 94/day). In fact, October is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Costa Rica. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Costa Rica, renting a SUV saves you 7% 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 Costa Rica SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a van in Costa Rica, you would pay an average price of C$ 103/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a van in Costa Rica (~C$ 53/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 164/day). In fact, October is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Costa Rica. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Costa Rica, renting a van is 55% 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 rent a pick-up truck in Costa Rica, you would pay an average price of C$ 71/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a pick-up truck in Costa Rica (~C$ 35/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~C$ 117/day). In fact, October is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pick-up truck rental for Costa Rica. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Costa Rica, renting a pick-up truck is 35% 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 Costa Rica pick-up truck rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a luxury car in Costa Rica, you would pay an average price of C$ 91/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Costa Rica (~C$ 14/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 188/day). In fact, September is about 85% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Costa Rica. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Costa Rica, renting a luxury car is 49% 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 rent a convertible in Costa Rica, you would pay an average price of C$ 90/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Costa Rica (~C$ 66/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~C$ 315/day). In fact, November is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Costa Rica. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Costa Rica, renting a convertible is 48% 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 rental agencies in Costa Rica
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Costa Rica known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Costa Rica. Reviews were last updated on 27 February 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Costa Rica region, including those located within the Liberia, San José and Jacó area. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.
Alamo
Sunnycars
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
National
ADOBE
easyCar
Economy Rent a Car
Adobe Rent A Car
Best Costa Rica car rental deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Costa Rica. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Costa Rica with an average daily rate of C$ 42. Data was last updated on 27 February 2025.
These are some the most attractive deals we've found on rentals cars within the Costa Rica region, including options close to Liberia, San José and Jacó. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Costa Rica, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 February 2025.
Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Costa Rica?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, keddy by Europcar (10.0 rating), National (8.8 rating) and Sixt (8.6 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Costa Rica.
What is the most popular car rental provider in Costa Rica?
When renting a car in Costa Rica, the most popular provider of rental cars among Cheapflights users is Avis, and with prices around C$ 58/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Avis is SUV, which starts as low as C$ 18/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Costa Rica?
When visiting Costa Rica, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Jacó where rental cars typically will cost around C$ 46/day (18% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Costa Rica was found in San José for just C$ 26/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in Costa Rica?
Cars travel on the right side of the road in Costa Rica.
Small car rentals in Costa Rica
Find small car rental deals in Costa Rica from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Costa Rica cost an average of C$ 14 per day. Price data was last updated on 27 February 2025.
Car rentals by fuel type in Costa Rica
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Costa Rica. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Costa Rica. Deals were last updated on 27 February 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Costa Rica. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (C$ 8+).