
Cheap Car Hire in South America from £11
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in South America with a pick-up date of 9/5 and drop-off date of 16/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
South America car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in South America. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 April 2025.
Most popular company | FOCO |
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Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | £34 |
Cheapest price per day | £11 |
What are the car hire prices for popular cities in South America?
Discover the price range for hiring 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 14 April 2025.
Price | £11 - £21 |
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Compare available car types for hire in South America
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 14 April 2025.
Small cars | £16 - £26 | |
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All Car Types | £26 - £41 |
To hire a small car in South America, you would pay an average price of £21/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South America (~£16/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£26/day). In fact, January is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, hiring a small car saves you 37% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in South America, you would pay an average price of £29/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South America (~£24/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£38/day). In fact, January is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, hiring 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 South America medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in South America, you would pay an average price of £82/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in South America (~£54/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£120/day). In fact, January is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, hiring a large car is 60% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a SUV in South America, you would pay an average price of £32/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in South America (~£25/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£38/day). In fact, February is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, hiring a SUV saves you 4% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a van in South America, you would pay an average price of £40/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in South America (~£31/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£61/day). In fact, May is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, hiring a van is 18% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a pickup truck in South America, you would pay an average price of £35/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in South America (~£28/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£124/day). In fact, June is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, hiring a pickup truck is 6% 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 hire a luxury car in South America, you would pay an average price of £100/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in South America (~£69/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£146/day). In fact, May is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for South America. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South America, hiring a luxury car is 67% 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.
Best South America car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in South America. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. Data was last updated on 14 April 2025.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South America, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 April 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in South America?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £24/day when booking a car hire in South America. The absolute best deal a user found was for £14/day from FOCO , booked on Apr. 13.
What car hire 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: FOCO (£12/day), Localiza (£15/day), and Unidas (£15/day).
How much does it cost to hire a car in South America for a week from FOCO ?
Hiring a car in South America for a week can be a great option for travel. FOCO , the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around £143/week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in South America for the best price?
Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 47% on your car hire. For a below average price in South America, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.
Can I rent a car for a month in South America?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For South America however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in South America for a month?
The average cost of a car hire in South America for a month is £612. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.
Small car hires in South America
Find small car hire deals in South America from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in South America cost an average of £14 per day. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2025.
Car hires by fuel type in South America
Browse car hires by fuel type in South America. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in South America. Deals were last updated on 14 April 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in South America. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£26+).