South America

Cheap Car Rentals in South America 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 South America with a pick-up date of 28/2 and drop-off date of 13/4. 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 2026

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 8 January 2026.

Most popular company

Street Rent a Car

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

$111

Cheapest price per day

$40

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 8 January 2026.
Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

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:

Kia Rio$42/day
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4
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A/C
Kia Rio
Honda Fit$72/day
4
5
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Honda Fit
Suzuki Baleno$72/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Baleno

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 8 January 2026.
Hyundai i30$40/day
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M
A/C
Hyundai i30
Toyota Corolla$40/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota Yaris$42/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

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 29 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $64/day on average when booked 29 days ahead, which saves you 64% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in South America?

Avis is currently the cheapest car hire company in South America with deals as low as $19.49/day found in the past two weeks. FOCO is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $26.10/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 September, with an average daily rate of just $60. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $79 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 September, with an average daily rate of just $60. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $79 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$69

February

$67

March

$64

April

$70

May

$63

June

$66

July

$67

August

$62

September

$60

October

$64

November

$67

December

$79

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

Localiza has 918 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in South America at 638.

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 8 January 2026.
  • 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 $466 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. Deals were last updated on 8 January 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South America. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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