Cheap Car Hire in Costa Rica from $7
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 Costa Rica with a pick-up date of 10/11 and drop-off date of 14/11. 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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Costa Rica car hires in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Costa Rica. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 October 2026.
Most popular company | Priceless |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | $32 |
Cheapest price per day | $7 |
Popular car types in Costa Rica
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Costa Rica and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 7 October 2026.
In Costa Rica, there are 711 active hire locations from 67 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Costa Rica in the past week - currently priced from $7/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:
Economy
$9+
Compact
$7+
Intermediate
$11+
SUV
$11+
Full-size SUV
$22+
Mini
$27+
Pick-up truck
$22+
Premium SUV
$44+
Best car hire deals found in Costa Rica
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Costa Rica. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Costa Rica with an average daily rate of $17. Data was last updated on 7 October 2026.
Kia Sportage$7/day
Kia Forte$7/day
Subaru Forester$8/day
Cheapflights insights for Costa Rica car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Costa Rica, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Costa Rica?
Book your car hire in Costa Rica 86 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $34/day on average when booked 86 days ahead, which saves you 37% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Costa Rica?
keddy by Europcar is currently the cheapest car hire company in Costa Rica with deals as low as $8.45/day found in the past two weeks. Hertz is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $20.29/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Costa Rica?
Planning to hire a car in Costa Rica? September is the cheapest month, costing about $15 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $70. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$51
February
$59
March
$54
April
$27
May
$22
June
$22
July
$31
August
$25
September
$15
October
$16
November
$21
December
$70
Which car hire company has the most locations in Costa Rica?
Avis has 22 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. L&M Car Rental has the second-highest number of locations in Costa Rica at 5.
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Costa Rica, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 101 pickup locations in Costa Rica to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 October 2026.
Top hire agencies in Costa Rica
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Costa Rica known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Costa Rica. Reviews were last updated on 7 October 2026.
Overview
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Locations
Avis
117 reviews•22 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.0
Comfort
6.6
Overall
5.4
Pick-up/drop-off
5.6
Value
5.0
Recent reviews
8.0
|Jan 2025Friendly easy pick up. But only open 9-5 so difficult to return.
2.0
|Apr 2023un desastre, nunca mas contrato ni con uds ni con avis nos quisieron cobrar cualquier cosa, me retuvieron 500 dolares que no me estan devolviendo, no pudimos contratar el auto perdimos mas de dos horas, malos modos y malos tratos una verguenza, nunca los voy a recomendar
2.0
|Mar 2023The Avis in Liberia sent us off the lot with an old, dilapidated tire that came apart in pieces as we were driving. The office did not pick up the phone or respond to us when we called in with the problem, but thankfully we were able to get in touch with the insurance provider who sent someone to change the tire. He was shocked at how old and rundown the tire was compared to the three others on the vehicle and told us we were very lucky it didn’t cause an accident. When I returned to Liberia and was finally able to connect to the Avis service people in person, they told me it was my fault for driving the car off the lot and charged me $280 for the tire. I have a report filed to try and resolve this, but this was one of the worst car rentals AND customer experiences I have ever had.
4.0
|Mar 2023Probably the worst condition rental car ever. Rusted, bad tires, high mileage. Yet expensive.
8.0
|Mar 2023Pretty happy with the service including the shuttle to the airport. The location has a coffee machine on site which is nice for travelers, however, the trash can was way too full and the table where the sugar and cups were kept wasn't wiped. This area could be kept cleaner. All the rest was good.
2.0
|Mar 2023Price ended up being 3x what was quoted on your website. Had to pay over $40 a day for insurance. $12.50 a day for a phone that did not work. Also charged $100 for a 1/4 tank of gas. The staff was rude on pickup and drop off. I will never use Avis again. Very disappointed.
1 out of 39
Avis Locations in Costa Rica
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Reviews
Locations
U-Save
33 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
5.8
Comfort
5.3
Overall
4.3
Pick-up/drop-off
4.6
Value
4.2
Recent reviews
10.0
|Jan 2025Everything was great! Only thing that could have been better is that we were made aware of the shuttle offered from and to the airport. We ended up having to pay for a driver to take us to the car because we didn’t know. Was extra cost we didn’t have to have if we would have known.
8.0
|Dec 2024Quick service
2.0
|Feb 2024They don’t tell you about the mandatory insurance! And $2500.00 US deposit! Plus the vehicle I got wasn’t what I requested, and the pick up at the airport was an hour late. Horrible experience overall, would not recommend. And I won’t be ever renting from them ever again!!!
2.0
|Feb 2024The vehicle was very good and clean. The staff were disaster, rude and disrespectful. No due deference.
4.0
|Feb 2024It's way more expensive than advertised
4.0
|Sept 2023Not the car they said I was getting and tried to give me a manual when I’d reserved an automatic, also still waiting for my deposit to be released two weeks later. Would not recommend.
1 out of 11
U-Save Locations in Costa Rica
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Reviews
Locations
NextCar
62 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
5.4
Comfort
5.0
Overall
3.6
Pick-up/drop-off
4.2
Value
3.3
Recent reviews
2.0
|May 2024Awful. They FORCE you to buy $300 insurance. It is not optional and it is not given back to you. They don’t tell you anywhere on the website. We didn’t find out until we showed up. We even bought insurance and the website ($65) and they said it ‘didn’t count’ and you need to purchase theirs. Awful experience. $80 turned into $380 for a rental car.
10.0
|Jan 2024Great staff. Don't buy the insurance online in Costa Rica, you have to buy it at the dealership. Really liked the staff at this location, they were very helpful and courteous, spoke great english.
2.0
|Apr 2023I was ask to pay almost two times more the amount of the original deal
2.0
|Mar 2023They double thé Price once you get in their office!!!!
2.0
|Mar 2023Unexpected fees! The price we booked said it included ALL taxes and fees. However upon arrival the rental car agency said we were required to pay $500 in mandated insurance on TOP of the advertised price. really misleading.
2.0
|Feb 2023Didn't end up renting the car that we booked. Car rental would not honor that we had insurance coverage from our credit card company so the cost of the car more than doubled. This has never happened to us before.
1 out of 21
NextCar Locations in Costa Rica
Overview
Reviews
Locations
National
15 reviews•63 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Overall
8.6
Pick-up/drop-off
8.6
Value
7.3
Recent reviews
10.0
|Dec 2024From when we were greeted by the shuttle driver on arrival,to being served by Alex at the company, and receiving our car, to the final return with Ricardo and the young lady, everything was perfect! The price could be a bit lower, but we were very satisfied.
10.0
|Feb 2024You guys do what promise and that's usually what counts. No hidden surprises or secret up charges.
10.0
|Jan 2024Our experience with National was very good. The check out was quick and easy. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The car was new, clean and comfortable. Check in was easy and quick and we were on our way back to the airport in no time. Shuttle service to and from airport was easy and quick. Overall, I would recommend National Car Rental if visiting Liberia and Costa Rica.
6.0
|May 2023I had rented a car previously in Costa Rica and was able to wave the added protection as I am covered through other insurance and credit cards at national they would not let me so add an additional $15 a day to the price
10.0
|Jan 2022All good
1 out of 5
National Locations in Costa Rica
Overview
Locations
L&M Car Rental
5 locations
L&M Car Rental Locations in Costa Rica
Overview
Locations
TOOSLA
2 locations
TOOSLA Locations in Costa Rica
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America Car Rental
2 locations
America Car Rental Locations in Costa Rica
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Right Cars
2 locations
Right Cars Locations in Costa Rica
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Costa Rica, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 October 2026.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Costa Rica?
When hiring a car in Costa Rica, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Economy Rent a Car, and with prices around $30/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Economy Rent a Car is STANDARD, which starts as low as $30/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Costa Rica?
When visiting Costa Rica, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Nosara where rental cars typically will cost around $30/day (35% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Costa Rica was found in Nosara for just $14/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in Costa Rica?
In Costa Rica, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.
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