South America

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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.

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How far in advance should I hire a car in South America?

For the best savings on car hire in South America, make your reservation 62 days before pickup. The average price then is just ฿1,523/day – about 3,022% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in South America?

Street Rent a Car is currently the cheapest car hire company in South America with deals as low as ฿1,498.48/day found in the past two weeks. Rentacar is another inexpensive option with rates as low as ฿1,598.74/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South America?

At South America, the best time to rent a car is at August, with an average daily rate of just ฿1,190. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging ฿2,221 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In South America, the best time to rent a car is in August, with an average daily rate of just ฿1,190. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging ฿2,221 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

฿2,142

February

฿1,967

March

฿1,729

April

฿1,507

May

฿1,285

June

฿1,206

July

฿1,269

August

฿1,190

September

฿1,206

October

฿1,301

November

฿1,539

December

฿2,221

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 Alamo?

    Alamo 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 ฿20,297 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.

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