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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 14 September 2026.
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 rentals in South America, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just HK$251/day – about 620% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in South America?
Looking to hire a car in South America? Alamo had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only HK$26.87/day. MOVIDA also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at HK$27.12/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South America?
The cheapest month to hire a car in South America is September, when you can expect to pay HK$253/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in South America is December (HK$337/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
HK$284
February
HK$273
March
HK$265
April
HK$273
May
HK$258
June
HK$268
July
HK$279
August
HK$264
September
HK$253
October
HK$261
November
HK$265
December
HK$337
What car do most people rent in South America?
Economy cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting South America. SUV cars (Volkswagen Nivus or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Volkswagen Polo or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in South America?
Avis has 325 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Loki has the second-highest number of locations in South America at 3.
What are the car rental prices for popular cities in South America?
Discover the price range for renting 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 14 September 2026.
If you're looking for the best car rental deals in South America, start with Lima, where rates average HK$257/day. You can also find good prices in Santiago (HK$259/day), Sao Paulo (HK$273/day), and Bogotá (HK$370/day).
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South America, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 September 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found in South America?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$257/day when booking a car hire in South America. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$257/day from Avis, booked on Sep. 5.
How much does it cost to hire a car in South America for a week from Localiza?
Localiza is one of the most popular car hire companies in South America, offering car hire for around HK$4,619 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in South America?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For South America however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in South America for a month?
Typically, a monthly car rental in South America can be found for HK$19,795. You can find car rental deals for HK$660 a day on average.
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 14 September 2026.
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 (HK$43+).
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