Santiago

Cheap Car Rentals in Santiago from C$ 30

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in Santiago with a pick-up date of 3/5 and drop-off date of 31/5. 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.
Santiago, Chile
5 May — 12 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Santiago, Chile
Sun 5/5
Noon
Sun 12/5
Noon

Santiago car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Santiago. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Most popular company

SIXT

Price of gas per litre

C$ 2.01

Average price per day

C$ 49

Cheapest price per day

C$ 30

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 28 April 2024.

January

C$ 51

February

C$ 51

March

C$ 49

April

C$ 47

May

C$ 50

June

C$ 50

July

C$ 54

August

C$ 54

September

C$ 51

October

C$ 50

November

C$ 51

December

C$ 56

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Santiago is April. 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 rent in Santiago and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 28 April 2024.

At C$ 30/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for rental in Santiago in the past week. Out of 34 car rental agencies operating in Santiago, there are, in total, 104 rental locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

C$ 30+

Compact

Compact

C$ 34+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 38+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 61+

Mini

Mini

C$ 32+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

C$ 52+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

C$ 46+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 46+

Compare available car types for rental in Santiago

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 28 April 2024.

Small cars

C$ 46 - C$ 59

All Car Types

C$ 66 - C$ 84

To rent a small car in Santiago, Chile, you would pay an average price of C$ 52/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Santiago, Chile (~C$ 46/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~C$ 59/day). In fact, September is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Santiago. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Santiago, renting a small car saves you 29% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Santiago, Chile, you would pay an average price of C$ 78/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Santiago, Chile (~C$ 64/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~C$ 92/day). In fact, October is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Santiago. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Santiago, renting a medium car is 7% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Santiago, Chile, you would pay an average price of C$ 104/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Santiago, Chile (~C$ 81/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~C$ 126/day). In fact, August is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Santiago. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Santiago, renting 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.

To rent a SUV in Santiago, Chile, you would pay an average price of C$ 77/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Santiago, Chile (~C$ 67/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 89/day). In fact, May is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Santiago. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Santiago, renting a SUV is 6% 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 SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Santiago, Chile, you would pay an average price of C$ 121/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a van in Santiago, Chile (~C$ 65/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 160/day). In fact, May is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Santiago. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Santiago, renting a van is 40% 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 Santiago, Chile, you would pay an average price of C$ 74/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a pick-up truck in Santiago, Chile (~C$ 46/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~C$ 112/day). In fact, February is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pick-up truck rental for Santiago. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Santiago, renting a pick-up truck is 2% 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 pick-up truck rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Santiago, Chile, you would pay an average price of C$ 77/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Santiago, Chile (~C$ 129/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~C$ 188/day). In fact, October is about 67% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Santiago. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Santiago, renting a luxury car is 6% 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.

Honda FitC$ 30/day
2
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A/C
Honda Fit
Nissan SylphyC$ 34/day
4
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A/C
Nissan Sylphy

Top rental agencies in Santiago

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Santiago known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Santiago. Reviews were last updated on 28 April 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Santiago area such as Europcar, keddy by Europcar and Sixt. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews5 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

6.7
Okay
4 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.5

Chilean Rent A Car

6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

5.3

Budget

6.4
Okay
23 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.5

Econorent

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

United Auto Rental

5.0
Fair
1 review6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

7.5

Alamo

4.7
Mediocre
9 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.3

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

4.3

Best Santiago car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Santiago. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Santiago with an average daily rate of C$ 48. Data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on rentals cars in Santiago. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Honda FitC$ 30/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Nissan SylphyC$ 34/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sylphy
Nissan SentraC$ 38/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Sentra

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Santiago, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Santiago?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 49/day when booking a rental car in Santiago. The best deal a user found was for C$ 32/day from Sixt, booked on Apr. 21.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Santiago from the following companies over the past two weeks: Sixt (C$ 30/day), United Auto Rental (C$ 32/day), and Ace (C$ 39/day).

  • Which car rental 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 (8.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Santiago.

  • What are gas prices like in Santiago?

    The average gas price in Santiago is C$ 2.01/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 90 and C$ 131 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Santiago for a week from Sixt?

    Renting a car in Santiago for a week can be a great option for travel. Sixt, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around C$ 312/week on average.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 44% on your car rental. For a below average price in Santiago, Cheapflights recommends booking your car rental at least 7 days in advance.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Santiago for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Prices can be as low as C$ 1,335 if you consider booking with Sixt. That price represents savings of 52% compared to the Santiago average. The monthly cost of a car rental in Santiago is on average C$ 1,335 (C$ 45/day).

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

    The average price for a weekend car rental in Santiago is C$ 0. Renting a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car rental in Santiago. For the month of May, Cheapflights users have found rental cars in Santiago for as low as C$ 53/day.

  • What car do most people rent in Santiago?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to rent a Economy (Chevrolet Spark) in Santiago, making it the most popular option.

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Van rentals in Santiago

Find van rental deals in Santiago from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Santiago cost an average of C$ 122 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
If you're in need of a larger vehicle, check out some of the deals we've found on van rentals in Santiago. If you're not finding the van rental that is right for you and your passengers, be sure to check back soon.
Toyota SiennaC$ 101/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna
Toyota SiennaC$ 101/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna
Toyota SiennaC$ 102/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna

Car rentals by fuel type in Santiago

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Santiago. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Santiago. Deals were last updated on 28 April 2024.

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

Electric

Electric

C$ 52+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 28+

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