South America

Cheap Car Rentals in South America

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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 22 January 2026.

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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 75 days before pickup. The average price then is just ฿778/day – about 2,603% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in South America?

Sixt is currently the cheapest car hire company in South America with deals as low as ฿852.12/day found in the past two weeks. Localiza is another inexpensive option with rates as low as ฿2,277.91/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 February, with an average daily rate of just ฿747. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging ฿1,027 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 February, with an average daily rate of just ฿747. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging ฿1,027 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

฿871

February

฿747

March

฿871

April

฿871

May

฿902

June

฿933

July

฿964

August

฿902

September

฿902

October

฿902

November

฿840

December

฿1,027

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 639.

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 22 January 2026.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South America for a week from FlexWays?

    FlexWays 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 ฿16,847 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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