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Cheap Car Rentals in South America from C$ 21

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 South America with a pick-up date of 20/3 and drop-off date of 23/3. 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.
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South America car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in South America. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 December 2024.

Most popular company

United

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

C$ 65

Cheapest price per day

C$ 21

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

Discover the price range for renting 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 18 December 2024.

Price

C$ 23 - C$ 46

Out of all the popular cities in South America, Recife is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just C$ 23/day. Renting a car in Recife is 50% cheaper than renting one in Cartagena where the per day rate is around C$ 46. Other fairly inexpensive cities in South America to get a rental car in are: Belo Horizonte (C$ 24/day), Rio de Janeiro (C$ 27/day), and Curitiba (C$ 27/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Sao Paulo should expect to spend around C$ 37/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in South America is Sao Paulo.

Popular car types in South America

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in South America and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 18 December 2024.
Economy

Economy

C$ 21+

Compact

Compact

C$ 23+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 26+

Standard

Standard

C$ 25+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 67+

Mini

Mini

C$ 22+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

C$ 45+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

C$ 27+

Compare available car types for rental in South America

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 18 December 2024.

Small cars

C$ 64 - C$ 112

All Car Types

C$ 82 - C$ 132

To rent a small car in South America, you would pay an average price of C$ 71/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in South America (~C$ 64/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 112/day). In fact, January is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for South America. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South America, renting a small car saves you 31% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in South America, you would pay an average price of C$ 111/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in South America (~C$ 87/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~C$ 167/day). In fact, October is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for South America. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South America, renting a medium car is 8% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in South America, you would pay an average price of C$ 102/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a large car in South America (~C$ 137/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~C$ 177/day). In fact, August is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for South America. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South America, renting a large car 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.

To rent a SUV in South America, you would pay an average price of C$ 127/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in South America (~C$ 104/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~C$ 179/day). In fact, June is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for South America. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South America, renting a SUV is 19% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota YarisC$ 21/day
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Toyota Yaris
Toyota YarisC$ 21/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Yaris
Honda CivicC$ 23/day
4
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A/C
Honda Civic

Best South America car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in South America. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. Data was last updated on 18 December 2024.
Toyota YarisC$ 21/day
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A/C
Toyota Yaris
Toyota YarisC$ 21/day
2
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Toyota Yaris
Honda CivicC$ 23/day
4
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A/C
Honda Civic

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South America, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in South America?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 51/day when booking a rental car in South America. The best deal a user found was for C$ 25/day from Thrifty, booked on Dec. 16.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in South America from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz (C$ 24/day), Sixt (C$ 25/day), and Thrifty (C$ 26/day).

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

    Localiza offers rental cars in South America for about C$ 637 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 54% on a rental car in South America. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in South America check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    We’ve recently found that Thrifty offers you prices that are 77% cheaper than the average rate available for a long-term rental. The average cost of a car rental in South America for a month is C$ 2,731. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

Small car rentals in South America

Find small car rental deals in South America from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in South America cost an average of C$ 36 per day. Price data was last updated on 18 December 2024.
Honda FitC$ 27/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitC$ 28/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitC$ 29/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

Car rentals by fuel type in South America

Browse car rentals by fuel type in South America. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in South America. Deals were last updated on 18 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South America. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (C$ 25+).

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 25+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 38+

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