South America

Cheap Car Rentals in South America from C$ 15

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 South America with a pick-up date of 4/6 and drop-off date of 10/6. 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.
Cali, Colombia
30 Apr — 7 May
Driver's age: 26-65
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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 23 April 2024.

Most popular company

MOVIDA

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

C$ 51

Cheapest price per day

C$ 15

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 23 April 2024.

Price

C$ 21 - C$ 36

Out of all the popular cities in South America, Curitiba is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just C$ 21/day. Renting a car in Curitiba is 42% cheaper than renting one in Asuncion where the per day rate is around C$ 36. Other fairly inexpensive cities in South America to get a rental car in are: Belo Horizonte (C$ 21/day), Lima (C$ 22/day), and Rio de Janeiro (C$ 22/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Bogotá should expect to spend around C$ 35/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in South America is Bogotá.

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 23 April 2024.

Small cars

C$ 38 - C$ 65

All Car Types

C$ 47 - C$ 94

To rent a small car in South America, you would pay an average price of C$ 47/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a small car in South America (~C$ 38/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~C$ 65/day). In fact, August is about 20% 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 34% 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$ 73/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in South America (~C$ 46/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 122/day). In fact, February is about 37% 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 3% 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$ 96/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a large car in South America (~C$ 119/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~C$ 173/day). In fact, December is about 22% 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 is 27% 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 large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in South America, you would pay an average price of C$ 105/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in South America (~C$ 64/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~C$ 173/day). In fact, June is about 40% 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 34% 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:

To rent a van in South America, you would pay an average price of C$ 97/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a van in South America (~C$ 129/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~C$ 248/day). In fact, September is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for South America. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South America, renting a van is 27% 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 van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Honda FitC$ 15/day
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Nissan SylphyC$ 19/day
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Honda CivicC$ 19/day
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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 23 April 2024.
Honda FitC$ 15/day
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Honda Fit
Nissan SylphyC$ 19/day
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Honda CivicC$ 19/day
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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 23 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in South America?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 39/day when booking a rental car in South America. The best deal a user found was for C$ 25/day from Sixt, booked on Apr. 21.

  • 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: Sixt (C$ 21/day), Thrifty (C$ 22/day), and Dollar (C$ 25/day).

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

    Europcar offers rental cars in South America for about C$ 341 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 49% 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 Sixt offers you prices that are 67% 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$ 1,461. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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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 23 April 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South America. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (C$ 23+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 40+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 23+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 38+

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