Cheapflights insights for Puerto Vallarta car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Puerto Vallarta, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Puerto Vallarta?
Book your car hire in Puerto Vallarta 50 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $16/day on average when booked 50 days ahead, which saves you 7% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Puerto Vallarta?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Puerto Vallarta is Sixt (rated 9.4/10 with 2 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 5.7/10 with 8 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Puerto Vallarta?
At Puerto Vallarta, the best time to hire a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just $13. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $46 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 Puerto Vallarta, the best time to hire a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just $13. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $46 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
$25
February
$21
March
$21
April
$25
May
$18
June
$19
July
$24
August
$19
September
$13
October
$15
November
$19
December
$46
What car do most people hire in Puerto Vallarta?
Intermediate cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Puerto Vallarta. Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Ford Explorer or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Puerto Vallarta?
Hertz has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. National has the second-highest number of locations in Puerto Vallarta at 4.
Top hire agencies in Puerto Vallarta
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Puerto Vallarta known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Puerto Vallarta. Reviews were last updated on 17 September 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Puerto Vallarta, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 September 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Puerto Vallarta for a week from Europcar?
Europcar is one of the most popular car hire companies in Puerto Vallarta, offering car hire for around $276 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Puerto Vallarta?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Puerto Vallarta it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.