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Cheap Car Rentals in Santiago from $40
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 Santiago with a pick-up date of 20/10 and drop-off date of 25/10. 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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Santiago car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Santiago. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 September 2025.
Most popular company | UNITEDRENTACARCHILE |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $2.16 |
Average price per day | $58 |
Cheapest price per day | $40 |
Popular car types in Santiago
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Santiago and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 September 2025.
There are currently 118 hire locations operating in Santiago spread across 36 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Santiago is small car at $40 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
$37+
Compact
$40+
Intermediate
$53+
Full-size SUV
$63+
Mini
$41+
Pick-up truck
$78+
Compact SUV
$56+
Intermediate SUV
$58+
Compare car rental deals in Santiago by type
Here are the best Santiago small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Santiago medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Santiago SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
BYD ATTO 3$40/day
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Suzuki Swift$43/day
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Best car rental deals found in Santiago
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Santiago. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Santiago with an average daily rate of $64. Data was last updated on 17 September 2025.
BYD ATTO 3$40/day
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Suzuki Swift$43/day
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Toyota Yaris$52/day
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Cheapflights insights for Santiago car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Santiago, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Santiago?
To get the best deal on a rental car in Santiago, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $49, which is about 47% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Santiago?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Santiago is Europcar (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). keddy by Europcar (rated 9.1/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Santiago?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Santiago is October, when you can expect to pay $52/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Santiago is July ($60/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
$55
February
$54
March
$54
April
$55
May
$54
June
$55
July
$60
August
$59
September
$54
October
$52
November
$52
December
$55
What car do most people hire in Santiago?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Santiago are the following: Intermediate cars (Hyundai Accent or similar), Economy cars (Hyundai Accent or similar), and Full-size cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Santiago?
keddy by Europcar has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Chilean Rent A Car has the second-highest number of locations in Santiago at 8.
Top rental agencies in Santiago
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Santiago known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Santiago. Reviews were last updated on 17 September 2025.
Europcar
1 review•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
10.0
keddy by Europcar
9 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.5
Overall
9.1
Pick-up/drop-off
9.1
Value
9.6
Sixt
4 reviews•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.6
Overall
6.9
Pick-up/drop-off
7.3
Value
6.7
Alamo
2 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.5
Comfort
6.8
Overall
6.2
Pick-up/drop-off
6.2
Value
6.0
Avis
2 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
6.0
Pick-up/drop-off
6.0
Value
6.0
Econorent
5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
6.0
Pick-up/drop-off
7.0
Value
7.0
Chilean Rent A Car
1 review•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
5.5
Comfort
5.5
Overall
5.5
Pick-up/drop-off
6.5
Value
5.5
United Auto Rental
1 review•7 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.5
Comfort
7.0
Overall
5.0
Pick-up/drop-off
4.0
Value
7.5
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Santiago, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 September 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Santiago?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $58/day when booking a car hire in Santiago. The absolute best deal a user found was for $49/day from United, booked on Sep. 14.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Santiago for a week from United?
United is one of the top picks in Santiago. They can have you in a hire car for about $388 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Santiago?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Santiago it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Santiago for a month?
Our recent data shows that United can potentially be 22% below the average car hire price in Santiago. Check prices and availability for United and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Santiago is on average $1,664 a month or $55 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Santiago car hire.
How much is a car hire in Santiago for a weekend?
The average price for a weekend car hire in Santiago is $0. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Santiago. For the month of October, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Santiago for as low as $48/day.
Car rentals by fuel type in Santiago
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Santiago. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Santiago. Deals were last updated on 17 September 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Santiago. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($30+).
Hybrid
$47+
Petrol/Diesel
$30+
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