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Playa del Carmen car hires in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Playa del Carmen. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 November 2026.
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Playa del Carmen and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 7 November 2026.
There are, in total, 110 car hire locations in Playa del Carmen that are operated by 38 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $40/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Playa del Carmen hire providers:
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Playa del Carmen. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Playa del Carmen with an average daily rate of $74. Data was last updated on 7 November 2026.
Kia Rio$40/day
Mazda CX-30$50/day
MG 3$58/day
Cheapflights insights for Playa del Carmen car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Playa del Carmen, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Playa del Carmen?
Book your car hire in Playa del Carmen 50 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $17/day on average when booked 50 days ahead, which saves you 4% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Playa del Carmen?
In Playa del Carmen, the most affordable car hire company right now is Budget, offering prices from just $27.31/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Economy Rent a Car, with rates starting at $40.24/day.
What is the best car rental company in Playa del Carmen?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Playa del Carmen is Avis (rated 7.3/10 with 3 reviews). America Car Rental (rated 4.6/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Playa del Carmen?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Playa del Carmen is September, when you can expect to pay $16/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Playa del Carmen is December ($41/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
$25
February
$25
March
$25
April
$26
May
$22
June
$19
July
$22
August
$25
September
$16
October
$23
November
$19
December
$41
What car do most people hire in Playa del Carmen?
Economy cars (Nissan March, for example) are the most popular in Playa del Carmen. SUV (Nissan Kicks) and Intermediate (Dodge Avenger) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Playa del Carmen.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Playa del Carmen?
Avis has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Payless has the second-highest number of locations in Playa del Carmen at 6.
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Playa del Carmen known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Playa del Carmen. Reviews were last updated on 7 November 2026.
Car was old, damaged and they charged me same amount as rental for brining one seat humid....
4.0
Mediocre|Jan 2023
You are “forced” to accept the insurance which is higher than the cost of car rental. They will not accept insurance provided by my premium credit card. The option are either take their insurance or pay another fee which is closed to the price of their insurance if consider using my own credit card provided insurance plus a outrageous amount like $14,000 deposit to be charged on the credit card.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Playa del Carmen, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 November 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Playa del Carmen?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $24/day when booking a car hire in Playa del Carmen. The absolute best deal a user found was for $18/day from NU Car, booked on Nov. 7.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Playa del Carmen for a week from NU Car?
Hiring a car in Playa del Carmen for a week can be a great option for travel. NU Car, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $101/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Playa del Carmen?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Playa del Carmen it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Playa del Carmen for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in Playa del Carmen can be found for about $433, with the average price for a rental being around $14 a day. Book with NU Car, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 10% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Playa del Carmen.
How much is a car hire in Playa del Carmen for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Playa del Carmen are typically $0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to $0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in December to be on average $0 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Playa del Carmen
Browse car hires by fuel type in Playa del Carmen. Deals were last updated on 7 November 2026.
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