Cheap Car Hire in South America from R377
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 1/10 and drop-off date of 10/10. 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.
South America car hires in 2025
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 13 July 2025.
Most popular company | FOCO |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | R593 |
Cheapest price per day | R377 |
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 13 July 2025.
Economy
R377+
Compact
R427+
Intermediate
R439+
Passenger van
R671+
Pick-up truck
R2 448+
Intermediate SUV
R542+
Supplier choice
R2 041+
Compact SUV
R2 635+
Compare car hire deals in South America by type
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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 13 July 2025.
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 R723/day – about 1 644% less than the yearly average.
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 R304,81/day. MOVIDA also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R492,11/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South America?
Planning to hire a car in South America? May is the cheapest month, costing about R672 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R859. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R813
February
R769
March
R761
April
R768
May
R672
June
R685
July
R751
August
R707
September
R681
October
R711
November
R737
December
R859
What car do most people hire in South America?
The most popular types of cars to hire in South America are the following: Intermediate cars (Volkswagen Virtus or similar), Economy cars (Volkswagen Gol or similar), and Standard cars (Toyota Yaris or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in South America?
Localiza has 917 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in South America at 709.
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 13 July 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in South America?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R593/day when booking a car hire in South America. The absolute best deal a user found was for R305/day from FOCO , booked on Jul. 6.
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 R3 449 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 38% 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 R14 782 a month or R493 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your South America car hire.