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Cheap Car Rentals in Santiago from $51

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 21/12 and drop-off date of 23/12. 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 2024

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 21 November 2024.

Most popular company

STREETRENT

Price of petrol per litre

$2.30

Average price per day

$40

Cheapest price per day

$51

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Santiago?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Santiago and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

January

$64

February

$62

March

$61

April

$56

May

$52

June

$54

July

$62

August

$62

September

$56

October

$52

November

$57

December

$67

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Santiago is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

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 21 November 2024.

There are currently 114 hire locations operating in Santiago spread across 35 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Santiago is small car at $51 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Santiago

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Santiago to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Small cars

$40 - $83

All Car Types

$40 - $86

To hire a small car in Santiago, Chile, you would pay an average price of $51/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Santiago, Chile (~$40/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$83/day). In fact, May is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Santiago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Santiago, hiring a small car saves you 23% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Santiago small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Santiago, Chile, you would pay an average price of $43/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Santiago, Chile (~$43/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$111/day). In fact, June is about 0% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Santiago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Santiago, hiring a medium car saves you 35% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Santiago medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Santiago, Chile, you would pay an average price of $57/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Santiago, Chile (~$66/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$206/day). In fact, December is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Santiago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Santiago, hiring a large car saves you 13% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Santiago, Chile, you would pay an average price of $67/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Santiago, Chile (~$53/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$127/day). In fact, August is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Santiago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Santiago, hiring a SUV is 2% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Santiago SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Holden Barina$51/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Holden Barina$52/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Suzuki Swift$57/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

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 21 November 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Santiago, including Europcar, keddy by Europcar and Sixt. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Santiago, including Europcar, keddy by Europcar and Sixt.

Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review5 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

6.9
Okay
4 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.7

Chilean Rent A Car

8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

5.3

Econorent

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Alamo

5.4
Fair
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.6

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.0

United Auto Rental

5.0
Fair
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

7.5

Budget

4.8
Mediocre
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.2

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.2

Best Santiago car rental deals found

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 $82. Data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Peruse the best Santiago car rental deals we've found. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Holden Barina$51/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Holden Barina$52/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Suzuki Swift$57/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Santiago, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Santiago?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $40/day when booking a car hire in Santiago. The absolute best deal a user found was for $35/day from Street Rent a Car, booked on Nov. 17.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Santiago?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Santiago from the following companies over the past two weeks: Street Rent a Car ($51/day), Ace ($57/day), and Chilean Rent A Car ($69/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Santiago?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Europcar (10.0 rating), keddy by Europcar (9.1 rating) and Hertz (8.1 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Santiago.

  • What are petrol prices like in Santiago?

    The average price of petrol in Santiago is $2.30/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $103 and $149 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Santiago for a week from Street Rent a Car?

    Street Rent a Car is one of the top picks in Santiago. They can have you in a hire car for about $278 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Santiago for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 46% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 90 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Santiago.

  • 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 Street Rent a Car can potentially be 14% below the average car hire price in Santiago. Check prices and availability for Street Rent a Car and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Santiago is on average $1,190 a month or $40 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 $52. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Santiago. For the month of December, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Santiago for as low as $0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Santiago?

    The most popular car to hire while in Santiago is the Nissan X-Trail, which is a Standard vehicle.

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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 21 November 2024.

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 ($31+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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