Rio de Janeiro

Cheap Car Hire in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from $28

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 Rio de Janeiro with a pick-up date of 5/12 and drop-off date of 6/12. 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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Popular car types in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 4 November 2025.

There are currently 177 hire locations operating in Rio de Janeiro spread across 19 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Rio de Janeiro is small car at $28 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Passenger van

Passenger van

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare car hire deals in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil by type

Here are the best Rio de Janeiro small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Rio de Janeiro medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Rio de Janeiro SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Rio de Janeiro van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$28/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
MG MG4$28/day
4
M
A/C
MG MG4
Mitsubishi Mirage$28/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

Best car hire deals found in Rio de Janeiro

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil with an average daily rate of $52. Data was last updated on 4 November 2025.
Kia Picanto$28/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
MG MG4$28/day
4
M
A/C
MG MG4
Mitsubishi Mirage$28/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

Cheapflights insights for Rio de Janeiro car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Rio de Janeiro?

Book your car hire in Rio de Janeiro 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $37/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 34% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Rio de Janeiro?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Rio de Janeiro is Alamo (rated 8.5/10 with 1 review). Hertz (rated 7.7/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Rio de Janeiro?

At Rio de Janeiro, the best time to hire a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just $35. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $47 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 Rio de Janeiro, the best time to hire a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just $35. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $47 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

$38

February

$41

March

$41

April

$46

May

$41

June

$41

July

$43

August

$37

September

$35

October

$40

November

$43

December

$47

What car do most people hire in Rio de Janeiro?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Rio de Janeiro are the following: SUV cars (Fiat Pulse or similar), Intermediate cars (Fiat Pulse or similar), and Economy cars (Fiat Mobi or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Rio de Janeiro?

Localiza has 26 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Rio de Janeiro at 20.

Top hire agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Reviews were last updated on 4 November 2025.

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
1 review16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.5

Hertz

7.7
Good
2 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

Localiza

6.8
Okay
2 reviews26 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

8.0

MOVIDA

6.8
Okay
2 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

FOCO

5.8
Fair
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.0

Unidas

20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.0

Avis

2.6
Poor
2 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

2.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.3

Value

2.6

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 November 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Rio de Janeiro for a week from Budget?

    Budget offers hire cars in Rio de Janeiro for about $189 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Rio de Janeiro for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much is a car hire in Rio de Janeiro for a weekend?

    $40 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Rio de Janeiro. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in December, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $42 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Browse car hires by fuel type in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Deals were last updated on 4 November 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($36+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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