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 R688/day – about 1 388% 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 R705/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Santa Marta is December (R998/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
R843
February
R757
March
R757
April
R791
May
R705
June
R791
July
R808
August
R826
September
R757
October
R757
November
R757
December
R998
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 (Class Mini Car or similar), SUV cars (Renault Duster or similar), and Standard cars (Mazda CX-5 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 29 October 2025.
Rent Arte
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Alamo
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Hertz
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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 29 October 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.