Find Rentals
Insights
Agencies
FAQs
Nicaragua

Cheap Car Hire in Nicaragua

Driver's age: 26-65
Here’s why our users search for rental cars through Cheapflights

Save over 37%Compare Cheapflights against other travel sites with one search.

Price trackingHolding out for a great deal? Get notified when prices are reduced.

Customized resultsFilter by rental agency, car type, price range and more.

Unlimited free useSearch as many times as you want with no hidden charges or fees.

Nicaragua car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Nicaragua. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

$21

Cheapest price per day

$21

Cheapflights insights for Nicaragua car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Nicaragua?

To get the best deal on car hire in Nicaragua, book about 52 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $31, which is about 5% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Nicaragua?

Looking to hire a car in Nicaragua? U-Save had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $19.85/day. Thrifty also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $21.11/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Nicaragua?

At Nicaragua, the best time to hire a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just $40. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $61 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Nicaragua, the best time to hire a car is in May, with an average daily rate of just $40. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $61 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$43

February

$48

March

$48

April

$54

May

$40

June

$51

July

$61

August

$43

September

$41

October

$41

November

$49

December

$60

What car do most people hire in Nicaragua?

Standard cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Nicaragua. Compact cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Toyota Land Cruiser or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Nicaragua?

Both Dollar and Thrifty have 13 locations in Nicaragua, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top hire agencies in Nicaragua

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Nicaragua known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Nicaragua. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.

National

6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

7.7
Good
3 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.0

Alamo

7.6
Good
11 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.4

Hertz

7.0
Good
2 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Ace

7.0
Good
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.0

Dollar

6.4
Okay
4 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Thrifty

5.5
Fair
3 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

5.7

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.7

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Nicaragua, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Nicaragua?

    The most popular car hire company at Nicaragua is Thrifty. With prices on MINI starting at $21/day about 71% more people book with Thrifty than other companies in the country.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Nicaragua?

    At $21/day, it is 0% cheaper on average to rent a car in Managua than any other city in Nicaragua. The cheapest price found in Nicaragua was for $21/day in Managua.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Nicaragua?

    In Nicaragua, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Airport car hires in Nicaragua

Hire a car at one of these airports in the Nicaragua area

Best Car Hire Deals

We make it easy and fast to find and compare deals from 70,000+ hire locations and hundreds of agencies.

No Surprises

Prices shown to you will be completely in full, without any hidden charges or fees.

Free cancellation

Plans change — we get it. And that’s why you can search and book car hire on Cheapflights from agencies that offer free cancellation