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South America car rentals in 2026

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 16 July 2026.

Most popular company

Europcar

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

฿1,591

Cheapest price per day

฿697
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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?

For the best savings on car hire in South America, make your reservation 40 days before pickup. The average price then is just ฿892/day – about 2,845% less than the yearly average.

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

At South America, the best time to rent a car is at November, with an average daily rate of just ฿906. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging ฿1,147 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 November, with an average daily rate of just ฿906. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging ฿1,147 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

฿966

February

฿1,040

March

฿986

April

฿1,080

May

฿1,033

June

฿1,047

July

฿1,087

August

฿946

September

฿946

October

฿1,007

November

฿906

December

฿1,147

Which car hire company has the most locations in South America?

Avis has 324 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Loki has the second-highest number of locations in South America at 3.

What are the car rental prices 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 16 July 2026.

If you're looking for the best car rental deals in South America, start with Sao Paulo, where rates average ฿534/day. You can also find good prices in Rio de Janeiro (฿806/day), Santiago (฿1,565/day), and Quito (฿1,591/day).

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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 16 July 2026.

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

    Hertz 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 ฿15,687 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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