Cheapflights insights for Rio de Janeiro car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Rio de Janeiro, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Rio de Janeiro?
For the best savings on car rentals in Rio de Janeiro, make your reservation 48 days before pickup. The average price then is just HK$188/day – about 584% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Rio de Janeiro?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Rio de Janeiro is Alamo (rated 8.5/10 with 1 review). Localiza (rated 8.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro?
At Rio de Janeiro, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just HK$196. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging HK$243 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 Rio de Janeiro, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just HK$196. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging HK$243 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
HK$196
February
HK$212
March
HK$212
April
HK$236
May
HK$212
June
HK$212
July
HK$228
August
HK$204
September
HK$204
October
HK$212
November
HK$220
December
HK$243
What car do most people rent in Rio de Janeiro?
Mini cars (Class Minivan or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Rio de Janeiro. Passenger van cars (Class Minivan or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Rio de Janeiro?
Localiza has 26 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Rio de Janeiro at 20.
Top rental agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Reviews were last updated on 10 julio 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Rio de Janeiro, including Alamo, Localiza and Hertz. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 julio 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Rio de Janeiro?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Rio de Janeiro.