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Cheap Car Rentals in South America from $35

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 30/6 and drop-off date of 14/7. 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 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 18 June 2025.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$40

Cheapest price per day

$35

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 18 June 2025.
Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Mini

Mini

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare car rental deals in South America by type

Here are the best South America small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Ford Puma$35/day
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Ford Puma
Hyundai i30$39/day
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Hyundai i30

Best car rental deals found in South America

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in South America. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. Data was last updated on 18 June 2025.
Ford Puma$35/day
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A/C
Ford Puma
Hyundai i30$39/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i30
Ford Puma$43/day
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A/C
Ford Puma

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?

Book your rental car in South America 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $59/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 54% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in South America?

FOCO is currently the cheapest car hire company in South America with deals as low as $26.08/day found in the past two weeks. MOVIDA is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $28.22/day.

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

At South America, the best time to rent a car is at June, with an average daily rate of just $59. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $72 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 June, with an average daily rate of just $59. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $72 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$64

February

$63

March

$61

April

$66

May

$59

June

$59

July

$65

August

$63

September

$61

October

$63

November

$63

December

$72

What car do most people hire in South America?

The most popular types of cars to hire in South America are the following: Compact cars (Class Compact SUV or similar), SUV cars (Class Compact SUV or similar), and Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar).

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

Localiza has 920 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in South America at 707.

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 18 June 2025.

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South America, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 June 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South America for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz offers hire cars in South America for about $642 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in South America?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in South America.

Car rentals by fuel type in South America

Browse car rentals by fuel type in South America. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in South America. Deals were last updated on 18 June 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South America. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($26+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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