Playa del Carmen

Cheap Car Rentals in Playa del Carmen from C$ 7

Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
26 Mar — 2 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
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Playa del Carmen car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Playa del Carmen. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Most popular company

AMERICACARRENTAL

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.93

Average price per day

C$ 23

Cheapest price per day

C$ 7

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Playa del Carmen?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Playa del Carmen 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 19 March 2024.

January

C$ 27

February

C$ 23

March

C$ 25

April

C$ 27

May

C$ 16

June

C$ 12

July

C$ 27

August

C$ 31

September

C$ 18

October

C$ 21

November

C$ 21

December

C$ 55

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Playa del Carmen is June. 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 Playa del Carmen

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Playa del Carmen and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

There are 34 rental agencies servicing Playa del Carmen. These agencies, altogether, have 96 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? small car is the cheapest car type to rent in Playa del Carmen with prices from C$ 7 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can rent in Playa del Carmen:

Economy

Economy

C$ 7+

Compact

Compact

C$ 7+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 7+

Standard

Standard

C$ 7+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 59+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 38+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 18+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 20+

Compare available car types for rental in Playa del Carmen

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Playa del Carmen to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Small cars

C$ 14 - C$ 56

All Car Types

C$ 20 - C$ 89

To rent a small car in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, you would pay an average price of C$ 30/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Playa del Carmen, Mexico (~C$ 14/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 56/day). In fact, September is about 54% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Playa del Carmen. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Playa del Carmen, 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 Playa del Carmen small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, you would pay an average price of C$ 38/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Playa del Carmen, Mexico (~C$ 13/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 101/day). In fact, October is about 67% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Playa del Carmen. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Playa del Carmen, renting a medium car saves you 10% 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 Playa del Carmen medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, you would pay an average price of C$ 89/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Playa del Carmen, Mexico (~C$ 31/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 177/day). In fact, October is about 66% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Playa del Carmen. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Playa del Carmen, renting a large car is 52% 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 Playa del Carmen, Mexico, you would pay an average price of C$ 60/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Playa del Carmen, Mexico (~C$ 26/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 111/day). In fact, October is about 57% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Playa del Carmen. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Playa del Carmen, renting a SUV is 29% 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 Playa del Carmen SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, you would pay an average price of C$ 135/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a van in Playa del Carmen, Mexico (~C$ 85/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 218/day). In fact, September is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Playa del Carmen. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Playa del Carmen, renting a van is 69% 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 Playa del Carmen van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Honda FitC$ 7/day
2
5
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A/C
Honda Fit
Nissan SentraC$ 7/day
4
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A/C
Nissan Sentra
Mazda Mazda2C$ 9/day
4
5
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A/C
Mazda Mazda2

Top rental agencies in Playa del Carmen

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Playa del Carmen known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Playa del Carmen. Reviews were last updated on 19 March 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Playa del Carmen, including Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Budget

3.8
Poor
33 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.7

Comfort

4.5

Overall

3.8

Pick-up/drop-off

3.8

Value

4.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.6

Avis

7.0
Good
4 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.2

MEXRENTACAR

4.0
Mediocre
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.3

Comfort

4.3

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

3.6

Value

4.3

Payless

3.5
Poor
6 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3.5

Comfort

3.5

Overall

3.5

Pick-up/drop-off

2.5

Value

3.5

Europcar

3.5
Poor
22 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.1

Comfort

4.7

Overall

3.6

Pick-up/drop-off

3.9

Value

3.7

National

3.5
Poor
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.1

Comfort

4.4

Overall

3.3

Pick-up/drop-off

4.8

Value

3.9

Hertz

3.1
Poor
25 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.1

Comfort

3.7

Overall

3.1

Pick-up/drop-off

3.2

Value

3.0

Best Playa del Carmen car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Playa del Carmen. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Playa del Carmen with an average daily rate of C$ 17. Data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Playa del Carmen. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Honda FitC$ 7/day
2
5
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A/C
Honda Fit
Nissan SentraC$ 7/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sentra
Nissan SentraC$ 7/day
4
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A/C
Nissan Sentra

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Playa del Carmen, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Playa del Carmen?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 23/day when booking a rental car in Playa del Carmen. The best deal a user found was for C$ 15/day from America Car Rental, booked on Mar. 10.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Playa del Carmen?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Playa del Carmen from the following companies over the past two weeks: Infinity Car Rental (C$ 7/day), America Car Rental (C$ 7/day), and Hertz (C$ 28/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Playa del Carmen?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Payless (8.0 rating), Avis (7.6 rating) and NU Car (6.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Playa del Carmen.

  • What are gas prices like in Playa del Carmen?

    The average gas price in Playa del Carmen is C$ 1.93/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 87 and C$ 125 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Playa del Carmen for a week from America Car Rental?

    Renting a car in Playa del Carmen for a week can be a great option for travel. America Car Rental, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around C$ 49/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Playa del Carmen for the best price?

    Renting your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 70% in Playa del Carmen - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Playa del Carmen?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Playa del Carmen.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Playa del Carmen for a month?

    America Car Rental currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 40% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in Playa del Carmen. Typically, a monthly car rental in Playa del Carmen can be found for C$ 209. You can find car rental deals to be on average C$ 7 a day.

  • How much is a car rental in Playa del Carmen for a weekend?

    It costs C$ 7 for a weekend car rental in Playa del Carmen, on average. The cheapest type of car rental you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these rental types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a rental car in Playa del Carmen in April, prices are C$ 43 per day on average.

  • What car do most people rent in Playa del Carmen?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to rent a Economy (Nissan March) in Playa del Carmen, making it the most popular option.

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Van rentals in Playa del Carmen

Find van rental deals in Playa del Carmen from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Playa del Carmen cost an average of C$ 70 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for renting a van in the Playa del Carmen area. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on van rentals.
Dodge Grand CaravanC$ 59/day
5
M
A/C
Dodge Grand Caravan
Toyota SiennaC$ 62/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna
Toyota SiennaC$ 64/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna

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