Cheapflights insights for El Calafate car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in El Calafate, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in El Calafate?
To get the best deal on car hire in El Calafate, book about 85 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R1 382, which is about 1 632% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in El Calafate?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in El Calafate is National (rated 10.0/10). Alamo (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in El Calafate?
The cheapest month to hire a car in El Calafate is August, when you can expect to pay R939/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in El Calafate is January (R1 789/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 789
February
R1 736
March
R1 718
April
R1 577
May
R1 116
June
R1 151
July
R1 045
August
R939
September
R1 081
October
R1 329
November
R1 701
December
R1 771
What car do most people hire in El Calafate?
The most popular types of cars to hire in El Calafate are the following: Standard cars (Chevrolet Cobalt or similar), SUV cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar), and Compact cars (Class Compact Car or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in El Calafate?
In El Calafate, Hertz, Localiza, and National have 3 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top rental agencies in El Calafate
Explore the leading car hire agencies in El Calafate known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in El Calafate. Reviews were last updated on 11 June 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in El Calafate, including National, Alamo and Rentacar. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in El Calafate, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 June 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in El Calafate?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in El Calafate for a month is certainly possible.