Cheap Car Rentals in South America
South America car rentals in 2025
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 18 September 2025.
Most common car type | Oversize |
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Cheapflights insights for South America car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in South America, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in South America?
To get the best deal on car hire in South America, book about 90 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 544,193, which is about 1,399,031% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South America?
The cheapest month to hire a car in South America is February, when you can expect to pay Rp 581,157/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in South America is July (Rp 702,316/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
Rp 603,746
February
Rp 581,157
March
Rp 607,853
April
Rp 632,495
May
Rp 681,781
June
Rp 644,817
July
Rp 702,316
August
Rp 663,299
September
Rp 607,853
October
Rp 607,853
November
Rp 644,817
December
Rp 689,995
What car do most people hire in South America?
Passenger van cars (Class Luxury Van or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting South America. Oversize cars (Class Oversize Van or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Renault Logan or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in South America?
Localiza has 919 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in South America at 642.
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 18 September 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in South America for a week from Lucano?
Lucano is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in South America. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about Rp 4,041,071 per week.
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.
Car rentals by fuel type in South America
Browse car rentals by fuel type in South America. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in South America. Deals were last updated on 18 September 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South America. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (Rp 25+).
Hybrid
Rp 39+
Petrol/Diesel
Rp 25+