Cheap Car Hire in South America from R330
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 20/3 and drop-off date of 22/3. 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.
South America car hires in 2025
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 20 February 2025.
Most popular company | FOCO |
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Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | R538 |
Cheapest price per day | R330 |
South America car hire prices in popular cities
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 20 February 2025.
Price | R518 - R588 |
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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 20 February 2025.
Economy
R429+
Compact
R610+
Intermediate
R346+
Standard
R532+
Full-size
R1 294+
People carrier
R2 181+
Supplier choice
R462+
Compact SUV
R608+
Compare available car types for rental 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 20 February 2025.
Small cars | R309 - R2 059 | |
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All Car Types | R329 - R2 041 |
To hire a small car in South America, you would pay an average price of R576/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South America (~R309/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 059/day). In fact, July is about 47% 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, renting a small car saves you 26% 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 R802/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South America (~R402/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R1 818/day). In fact, June is about 50% 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, renting a medium car 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a SUV in South America, you would pay an average price of R805/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in South America (~R514/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 199/day). In fact, November is about 37% 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, renting 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 R754/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a van in South America (~R485/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R3 018/day). In fact, June is about 36% 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, renting a van saves you 3% 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.
Best South America car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in South America. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. Data was last updated on 20 February 2025.
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 20 February 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in South America?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R518/day when booking a car hire in South America. The absolute best deal a user found was for R314/day from FOCO , booked on Feb. 16.
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: FOCO (R346/day), Localiza (R429/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (R1 669/day).
How much does it cost to hire a car in South America for a week from FOCO ?
FOCO offers hire cars in South America for about R3 871 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in South America for the best price?
Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 51% on a hire car in South America. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.
Can I rent a car for a month in South America?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month in South America check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much does it cost to rent a car in South America for a month?
Our recent data shows that FOCO can potentially be 44% below the average car hire price in South America. Check prices and availability for FOCO and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in South America is on average R16 588 a month or R553 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your South America car hire.