Cheap Car Hire in Puerto Vallarta from $8
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 Puerto Vallarta with a pick-up date of 5/8 and drop-off date of 9/8. 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.
Popular car types in Puerto Vallarta
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Puerto Vallarta and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 26 June 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Puerto Vallarta this past week from 63 hire locations out of 33 hire agencies. Prices for a Puerto Vallarta small car hire start from $8/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
$8+
Compact
$8+
Intermediate
$34+
Standard
$24+
Full-size
$38+
Full-size SUV
$55+
Compact SUV
$34+
Intermediate SUV
$38+
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Best car hire deals found in Puerto Vallarta
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Puerto Vallarta. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Puerto Vallarta with an average daily rate of $37. Data was last updated on 26 June 2025.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Puerto Vallarta area. Double check the details of your car hire reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
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 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $17/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 5% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Puerto Vallarta?
Looking to hire a car in Puerto Vallarta? Routes Car & Truck Rentals had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $9.40/day. Alamo also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $47.38/day.
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 $15. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $48 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 $15. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $48 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
$26
February
$22
March
$23
April
$26
May
$20
June
$20
July
$26
August
$20
September
$15
October
$15
November
$20
December
$48
What car do most people hire in Puerto Vallarta?
SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Puerto Vallarta. Intermediate cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Class Intermediate Car 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 26 June 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Puerto Vallarta area such as Sixt, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.
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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 26 June 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Puerto Vallarta for a week from Alamo?
Alamo is one of the most popular car hire companies in Puerto Vallarta, offering car hire for around $332 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.
How much is a car hire in Puerto Vallarta for a weekend?
It costs $0 for a weekend car hire in Puerto Vallarta, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Compact as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Puerto Vallarta in July, prices are $0 per day on average.
Car hires by fuel type in Puerto Vallarta
Browse car hires by fuel type in Puerto Vallarta. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Puerto Vallarta. Deals were last updated on 26 June 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Puerto Vallarta. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($25+).
Hybrid
$249+
Petrol/Diesel
$25+