El Calafate

Cheap Car Hire in El Calafate

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El Calafate car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in El Calafate. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 May 2026.

Most popular company

RENTACARARGENTINA

Price of petrol per litre

R23,51

Average price per day

R2 681

Cheapest price per day

R2 146

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 61 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R1 101, which is about 1 419% 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 Avis (rated 10.0/10). National (rated 10.0/10) 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 R805/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in El Calafate is January (R1 594/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 594

February

R1 479

March

R1 397

April

R1 150

May

R1 002

June

R937

July

R953

August

R805

September

R904

October

R1 150

November

R1 364

December

R1 561

Which car hire company has the most locations in El Calafate?

In El Calafate, Alamo, 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 7 May 2026.

Avis

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

National

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Alamo

10,0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

8,0

Rentacar

10,0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

9,0

Europcar

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Budget

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

9,3

Overall

9,3

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,3

Cactus Rent A Car

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,0

Hertz

6,0
Okay
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,0

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 7 May 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in El Calafate?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R2 681/day when booking a car hire in El Calafate. The absolute best deal a user found was for R2 146/day from Rentacar, booked on May 6.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in El Calafate for a week from Rentacar?

    Rentacar is one of the most popular car hire companies in El Calafate, offering car hire for around R18 766 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in El Calafate?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in El Calafate for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in El Calafate for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Rentacar can potentially be 20% below the average car hire price in El Calafate. Check prices and availability for Rentacar and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in El Calafate is on average R80 424 a month or R2 681 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your El Calafate car hire.

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