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Cheap Car Hire in South America from £12

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 6/12 and drop-off date of 14/1. 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.
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South America car hires in 2024

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 15 November 2024.

Most popular company

FOCO

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

£32

Cheapest price per day

£12

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 15 November 2024.

Price

£12 - £20

Out of all the popular cities in South America, Salvador is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just £12/day. Renting a car in Salvador is 40% cheaper than renting one in Quito where the per day rate is around £20. Other fairly inexpensive cities in South America to get a rental car in are: Vitória (£14/day), Goiânia (£15/day), and Curitiba (£16/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Sao Paulo should expect to spend around £19/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in South America is Sao Paulo.

Popular car types in South America

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in South America and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 November 2024.
Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Mini

Mini

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

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 15 November 2024.

Small cars

£15 - £24

All Car Types

£24 - £39

To hire a small car in South America, you would pay an average price of £19/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South America (~£15/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£24/day). In fact, April is about 25% 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 36% 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. August 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 February (~£38/day). In fact, August 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 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 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 £70/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in South America (~£30/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£108/day). In fact, October is about 58% 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 57% 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 SUV in South America, you would pay an average price of £32/day. May 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 December (~£41/day). In fact, May 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 is 4% 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 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 £43/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a van in South America (~£29/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£70/day). In fact, June is about 35% 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 30% 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 pickup truck in South America, you would pay an average price of £44/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in South America (~£16/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£175/day). In fact, November is about 64% 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 30% 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 £95/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in South America (~£50/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£184/day). In fact, November is about 48% 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 68% 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.

Ford Fiesta£12/day
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Opel Corsa£13/day
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Fiat 500£13/day
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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 15 November 2024.
Ford Fiesta£12/day
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A/C
Ford Fiesta
Opel Corsa£13/day
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A/C
Opel Corsa
Fiat 500£13/day
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A/C
Fiat 500

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 15 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South America?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £22/day when booking a car hire in South America. The absolute best deal a user found was for £13/day from FOCO , booked on Nov. 10.

  • 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: Unidas (£13/day), FOCO (£13/day), and Alamo (£16/day).

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

    Hiring a car in South America for a week can be a great option for travel. Localiza, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around £197/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 54% 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 £842. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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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 15 November 2024.
Hyundai i10£12/day
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10£13/day
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10£13/day
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Hyundai i10

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 15 November 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in South America. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£27+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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