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Cheap Car Rentals in South America from ฿1,164

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 19/1 and drop-off date of 22/1. 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 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 5 January 2026.

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Popular car types in South America

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in South America and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 5 January 2026.
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Economy

Economy

฿1,170+

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Compact

Compact

฿1,164+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

฿1,611+

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SUV

SUV

฿3,890+

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Mini

Mini

฿1,735+

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Supplier choice

Supplier choice

฿1,139+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

฿2,247+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

฿3,631+

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Best car rental deals found in South America

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in South America. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. Data was last updated on 5 January 2026.
Hyundai i20฿1,164/day
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Hyundai i20
Found 01/05/26
Toyota Yaris฿1,170/day
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Toyota Yaris
Found 01/05/26
Suzuki Celerio฿1,334/day
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Suzuki Celerio
Found 01/05/26

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 62 days before pickup. The average price then is just ฿1,212/day – about 2,708% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in South America?

Localiza is currently the cheapest car hire company in South America with deals as low as ฿776.75/day found in the past two weeks. Sixt is another inexpensive option with rates as low as ฿862.04/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 September, with an average daily rate of just ฿1,164. Conversely, January is the priciest month, averaging ฿1,621 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 September, with an average daily rate of just ฿1,164. Conversely, January is the priciest month, averaging ฿1,621 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

฿1,621

February

฿1,558

March

฿1,558

April

฿1,416

May

฿1,259

June

฿1,227

July

฿1,306

August

฿1,196

September

฿1,164

October

฿1,164

November

฿1,243

December

฿1,574

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

Localiza has 918 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in South America at 638.

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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 5 January 2026.

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

    Localiza 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 ฿10,711 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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