Cheapflights insights for El Calafate Airport car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in El Calafate Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car at El Calafate Airport?
Book your car hire at El Calafate Airport 82 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R1 128/day on average when booked 82 days ahead, which saves you 1 393% off the average price.
What is the best car hire company at El Calafate Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company at El Calafate Airport is Alamo (rated 10.0/10). Avis (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car at El Calafate Airport?
The cheapest month to hire a car at El Calafate Airport is June, when you can expect to pay R949/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car at El Calafate Airport is January (R1 952/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
R1 952
February
R1 683
March
R1 379
April
R1 253
May
R967
June
R949
July
R949
August
R1 003
September
R1 110
October
R1 325
November
R1 701
December
R1 952
What car do most people hire at El Calafate Airport?
Economy cars (Toyota Etios or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting El Calafate Airport. Standard cars (Fiat Cronos or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Fiat Cronos or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations at El Calafate Airport?
FlexWays has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Alamo has the second-highest number of locations at El Calafate Airport at 1.
Top rental agencies in El Calafate Airport
Explore the leading car hire agencies in El Calafate Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in El Calafate Airport. Reviews were last updated on 15 July 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in El Calafate Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 July 2025.
Which car hire providers are at El Calafate Airport?
There are 5 car hire providers located at El Calafate Airport. The following companies can be found near the El Calafate Airport car hire counter:Avis (10,0)Hertz (10,0)Rentacar (10,0)Europcar (10,0)FlexWays (2,0)
Can I rent a car for a month at El Calafate Airport?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month at El Calafate Airport check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.