Cheapflights insights for Santa Marta car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Santa Marta, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Santa Marta?
For the best savings on car hire in Santa Marta, make your reservation 64 days before pickup. The average price then is just R703/day – about 1 434% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Santa Marta?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Santa Marta is Rent Arte (rated 10.0/10). Localiza (rated 7.3/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Santa Marta?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Santa Marta is May, when you can expect to pay R721/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Santa Marta is December (R967/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
R844
February
R756
March
R773
April
R809
May
R721
June
R809
July
R826
August
R826
September
R791
October
R773
November
R773
December
R967
What car do most people hire in Santa Marta?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Santa Marta are the following: Economy cars (Suzuki Swift or similar), Compact cars (Nissan Versa or similar), and SUV cars (Volkswagen Atlas or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Santa Marta?
In Santa Marta, Alamo, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Localiza have 2 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Santa Marta
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Santa Marta known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Santa Marta. Reviews were last updated on 17 August 2025.
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Alamo
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Royal Rent-A-Car
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Santa Marta, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 August 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Santa Marta?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Santa Marta check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.