El Calafate

Cheap Car Rentals in El Calafate

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El Calafate car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in El Calafate. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 April 2026.

Most popular company

RENTACARARGENTINA

Price of gas per litre

C$ 2.08

Average price per day

C$ 114

Cheapest price per day

C$ 65

Cheapflights insights for El Calafate car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in El Calafate, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in El Calafate?

To get the best deal on a rental car in El Calafate, book about 78 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around C$ 90, which is about 23% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest rental car company in El Calafate?

Looking to rent a car in El Calafate? FlexWays had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only C$ 61.26/day. Street Rent a Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at C$ 63.68/day.

What is the best car rental company in El Calafate?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in El Calafate is Avis (rated 10.0/10). National (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in El Calafate?

Planning a car rental in El Calafate? August is the cheapest month, costing about C$ 67 per day. In contrast, January is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of C$ 134. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

C$ 134

February

C$ 124

March

C$ 116

April

C$ 97

May

C$ 83

June

C$ 78

July

C$ 79

August

C$ 67

September

C$ 76

October

C$ 97

November

C$ 113

December

C$ 130

What car do most people rent in El Calafate?

Intermediate rentals (Renault Duster, for example) are the most popular in El Calafate. SUV (Renault Duster) and Economy (Dacia Sandero) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting El Calafate.

Which car rental company has the most locations in El Calafate?

In El Calafate, Hertz, Localiza, and National have 3 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in El Calafate

Explore the leading car rental agencies in El Calafate known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in El Calafate. Reviews were last updated on 21 April 2026.

Avis

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

National

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Rentacar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Europcar

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.3

Cactus Rent A Car

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Hertz

6.0
Okay
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in El Calafate, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in El Calafate?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 114/day when booking a rental car in El Calafate. The best deal a user found was for C$ 65/day from Provider's pick, booked on Apr. 18.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in El Calafate for a week from Rentacar?

    Rentacar is one of the most popular car rental companies in El Calafate, offering car rentals for around C$ 826 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in El Calafate?

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For El Calafate however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    Provider's pick currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 55% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in El Calafate. Typically, a monthly car rental in El Calafate can be found for C$ 3,540. You can find car rental deals to be on average C$ 118 a day.

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