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Cheap Car Hire in San Salvador, El Salvador from $48

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 San Salvador with a pick-up date of 29/7 and drop-off date of 29/8. 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.
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Popular car types in San Salvador, El Salvador

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in San Salvador, El Salvador and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

There are, in total, 34 car hire locations in San Salvador that are operated by 14 companies. In the past week, medium car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $48/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from San Salvador hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Mini

Mini

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare car hire deals in San Salvador, El Salvador by type

Here are the best San Salvador small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Salvador medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Salvador large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Salvador SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mitsubishi Mirage$52/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Holden Barina$59/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Honda Civic$70/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic

Best car hire deals found in San Salvador

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in San Salvador, El Salvador. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in San Salvador, El Salvador with an average daily rate of $80. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Peruse the best San Salvador car hire deals we've found. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Hyundai Accent$48/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent
Hyundai Accent Hatch$52/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch
Kia Picanto$59/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Cheapflights insights for San Salvador car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in San Salvador?

To get the best deal on car hire in San Salvador, book about 1 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $37, which is about 18% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in San Salvador?

Looking to hire a car in San Salvador? Budget had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $9.58/day. Thrifty also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $26.99/day.

What is the best car rental company in San Salvador?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in San Salvador is National (rated 9.3/10). Alamo (rated 7.4/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in San Salvador?

The cheapest month to hire a car in San Salvador is May, when you can expect to pay $34/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in San Salvador is December ($58/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

$46

February

$40

March

$37

April

$45

May

$34

June

$49

July

$52

August

$52

September

$43

October

$49

November

$55

December

$58

What car do most people hire in San Salvador?

SUV cars (Hyundai Santa Fe, for example) are the most popular in San Salvador. Full-size (Toyota Corolla) and Economy (Class Economy Car) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting San Salvador.

Which car hire company has the most locations in San Salvador?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. National has the second-highest number of locations in San Salvador at 4.

Top hire agencies in San Salvador, El Salvador

Explore the leading car hire agencies in San Salvador, El Salvador known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in San Salvador, El Salvador. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the San Salvador area such as National, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

National

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

7.3

Alamo

7.4
Good
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.0
Okay
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.5

Dollar

3 locations

Thrifty

2 locations

Budget

4.8
Mediocre
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.4

Comfort

5.7

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

3.9

Economy Rent a Car

1 location

Avis

4.2
Mediocre
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

4.4

Comfort

3.7

Overall

4.2

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

3.9

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in San Salvador, El Salvador, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in San Salvador for a week from FlexWays?

    FlexWays is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in San Salvador. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $563 per week.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in San Salvador?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in San Salvador check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much is a car hire in San Salvador for a weekend?

    $0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in San Salvador. To save money, consider booking a Intermediate car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in July, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $54 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in San Salvador, El Salvador

Browse car hires by fuel type in San Salvador, El Salvador. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in San Salvador, El Salvador. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in San Salvador, El Salvador. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($35+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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