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Cheap Car Hire in South America from R309

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in South America with a pick-up date of 19/2 and drop-off date of 22/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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South America car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in South America. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 1月 2026.

Most popular company

FOCO

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

R460

Cheapest price per day

R309
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Popular car types in South America

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in South America and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 28 1月 2026.
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Economy

Economy

R309+

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Compact

Compact

R482+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 034+

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Standard

Standard

R410+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 845+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

R805+

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Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

R816+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R418+

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Best car hire deals found in South America

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in South America. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. Data was last updated on 28 1月 2026.
Nissan MicraR309/day
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Nissan Micra
Found 01/27/26
Nissan AlmeraR410/day
5
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Nissan Almera
Found 01/26/26
Audi Q2R418/day
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Audi Q2
Found 01/26/26

Cheapflights insights for South America car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in South America?

For the best savings on car hire in South America, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R581/day – about 1 425% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in South America?

Looking to hire a car in South America? FOCO had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R278,15/day. Localiza also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R316,84/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South America?

Planning to hire a car in South America? September is the cheapest month, costing about R543 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R737. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R644

February

R625

March

R614

April

R634

May

R565

June

R583

July

R609

August

R558

September

R543

October

R594

November

R604

December

R737

What car do most people hire in South America?

The most popular types of cars to hire in South America are the following: Economy cars (Volkswagen Gol or similar), Intermediate cars (Hyundai Creta or similar), and SUV cars (Hyundai Creta or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in South America?

Localiza has 918 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in South America at 639.

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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South America, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 1月 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South America?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R460/day when booking a car hire in South America. The absolute best deal a user found was for R426/day from FOCO , booked on Jan. 24.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South America for a week from FOCO ?

    FOCO offers hire cars in South America for about R2 585 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in South America?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in South America check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in South America for a month?

    Our recent data shows that FOCO can potentially be 17% below the average car hire price in South America. Check prices and availability for FOCO and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in South America is on average R11 078 a month or R369 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your South America car hire.

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