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Cheap Car Rentals in Nicaragua from C$ 18

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 Nicaragua with a pick-up date of 29/7 and drop-off date of 11/8. 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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Nicaragua car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Nicaragua. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 June 2025.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

C$ 44

Cheapest price per day

C$ 18

Popular car types in Nicaragua

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Nicaragua and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 12 June 2025.

There are, in total, 115 car rental locations in Nicaragua that are operated by 21 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can rent (cheapest price last found: C$ 18/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Nicaragua rental providers:

Economy

Economy

C$ 21+

Compact

Compact

C$ 22+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 39+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 84+

Mini

Mini

C$ 18+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

C$ 72+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

C$ 35+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 41+

Compare car rental deals in Nicaragua by type

Here are the best Nicaragua small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Nicaragua medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Nicaragua SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Nicaragua pick-up truck rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mini HatchC$ 18/day
2
M
A/C
Mini Hatch
Honda FitC$ 21/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Mitsubishi MirageC$ 21/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

Best car rental deals found in Nicaragua

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Nicaragua. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Nicaragua with an average daily rate of C$ 37. Data was last updated on 12 June 2025.
Mini HatchC$ 18/day
2
M
A/C
Mini Hatch
Honda FitC$ 21/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Mitsubishi MirageC$ 21/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

Cheapflights insights for Nicaragua car rentals

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

How far in advance should I rent a car in Nicaragua?

Book your rental car in Nicaragua 54 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings Car rental prices are around C$ 28/day on average when booked 54 days ahead, which saves you 3% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest rental car company in Nicaragua?

Payless is currently the cheapest rental car company in Nicaragua with deals as low as C$ 14.63/day found in the past two weeks. Budget is another inexpensive option with rates as low as C$ 14.88/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Nicaragua?

At Nicaragua, the best time to rent a car is in October, with an average daily rate of just C$ 28. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging C$ 46 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Nicaragua, the best time to rent a car is in October, with an average daily rate of just C$ 28. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging C$ 46 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

C$ 31

February

C$ 34

March

C$ 34

April

C$ 46

May

C$ 43

June

C$ 35

July

C$ 45

August

C$ 35

September

C$ 36

October

C$ 28

November

C$ 36

December

C$ 44

What car do most people rent in Nicaragua?

SUV rentals (Toyota Fortuner, for example) are the most popular in Nicaragua. Mini (Suzuki Alto) and Compact (Toyota Yaris) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting Nicaragua.

Which car rental company has the most locations in Nicaragua?

Both Dollar and Thrifty have 13 locations in Nicaragua, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Nicaragua

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Nicaragua known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Nicaragua. Reviews were last updated on 12 June 2025.

National

6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

7.7
Good
3 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.0

Alamo

7.6
Good
11 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.4

Hertz

7.0
Good
2 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Ace

7.0
Good
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.0

Dollar

6.4
Okay
4 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Thrifty

5.5
Fair
3 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

5.7

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.7

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Nicaragua, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 June 2025.
  • What is the most popular car rental provider in Nicaragua?

    When renting a car in Nicaragua, the most popular provider of rental cars among Cheapflights users is Budget, and with prices around C$ 74/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Budget is SUV, which starts as low as C$ 66/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Nicaragua?

    When visiting Nicaragua, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Granada where rental cars typically will cost around C$ 28/day (19% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Nicaragua was found in Managua for just C$ 20/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Nicaragua?

    Cars travel on the right side of the road in Nicaragua.

Car rentals by fuel type in Nicaragua

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Nicaragua. Deals were last updated on 12 June 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Nicaragua. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 31+

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