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Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Santa Cruz. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 March 2026.

Most popular company

Localiza

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

R725

Cheapest price per day

R390
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Cheapflights insights for Santa Cruz car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Santa Cruz, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Santa Cruz?

To get the best deal on car hire in Santa Cruz, book about 58 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R220, which is about 567% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Santa Cruz?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Santa Cruz is Alamo (rated 8.5/10). Hertz (rated 8.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Alamo
Alamo
8.5
Hertz
Hertz
8.0
Localiza
Localiza
7.3
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
6.0

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Santa Cruz?

Planning to hire a car in Santa Cruz? June is the cheapest month, costing about R473 per day. In contrast, February is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R828. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R592

February

R828

March

R558

April

R575

May

R608

June

R473

July

R473

August

R558

September

R490

October

R473

November

R473

December

R558

Which car hire company has the most locations in Santa Cruz?

Unidas has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Alamo has the second-highest number of locations in Santa Cruz at 1.

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Top rental agencies in Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro

Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in Santa Cruz, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.

Alamo

1 location
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Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,5

Hertz

1 location
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Localiza

1 location
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Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

8,3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location
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Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,0

Unidas

2 locations
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Cleanliness

5,3

Comfort

4,6

Overall

4,0

Pick-up/drop-off

4,0

Value

4,0

Avis

1 location
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Cleanliness

5,5

Comfort

5,5

Overall

3,7

Pick-up/drop-off

4,2

Value

4,0

National

1 location
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Firefly

1 location
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Santa Cruz Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Santa Cruz, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 March 2026.

  • Can I rent a car for a month at Santa Cruz?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month at Santa Cruz check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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