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Cheap Car Hire in Santiago from $34
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 Santiago with a pick-up date of 14/9 and drop-off date of 21/9. 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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Santiago car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Santiago. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 September 2025.
Most popular company | ROSSELOT |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $1.99 |
Average price per day | $50 |
Cheapest price per day | $34 |
Popular car types in Santiago
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Santiago and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 2 September 2025.
There are currently 118 hire locations operating in Santiago spread across 36 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Santiago is small car at $34 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
$34+
Compact
$36+
Intermediate
$37+
Full-size SUV
$60+
Mini
$35+
Intermediate SUV
$43+
Compact SUV
$48+
Standard SUV
$64+
Compare car hire deals in Santiago by type
Here are the best Santiago small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Santiago medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Santiago SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Kia Rio$34/day
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Kia Rio$35/day
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BMW 1 Series$36/day
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Best car hire deals found in Santiago
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Santiago. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Santiago with an average daily rate of $45. Data was last updated on 2 September 2025.
Kia Rio$34/day
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Kia Rio$35/day
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BMW 1 Series$36/day
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Cheapflights insights for Santiago car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Santiago, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Santiago?
Book your car hire in Santiago 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $44/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 34% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Santiago?
Looking to hire a car in Santiago? United had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $28.79/day. Rosselot also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $32.26/day.
What is the best car rental company in Santiago?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Santiago is Europcar (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). keddy by Europcar (rated 9.1/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Santiago?
At Santiago, the best time to hire a car is in October, with an average daily rate of just $47. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $55 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 Santiago, the best time to hire a car is in October, with an average daily rate of just $47. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $55 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
$50
February
$49
March
$49
April
$50
May
$49
June
$50
July
$55
August
$53
September
$50
October
$47
November
$47
December
$50
What car do most people hire in Santiago?
SUV cars (Class Economy SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Santiago. Economy cars (Class Economy SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Toyota 4Runner or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Santiago?
keddy by Europcar has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Chilean Rent A Car has the second-highest number of locations in Santiago at 8.
Top hire agencies in Santiago
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Santiago known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Santiago. Reviews were last updated on 2 September 2025.
Europcar
1 review•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
10.0
keddy by Europcar
9 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.5
Overall
9.1
Pick-up/drop-off
9.1
Value
9.6
Sixt
4 reviews•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.6
Overall
6.9
Pick-up/drop-off
7.3
Value
6.7
Alamo
2 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.5
Comfort
6.8
Overall
6.2
Pick-up/drop-off
6.2
Value
6.0
Econorent
5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
6.0
Pick-up/drop-off
7.0
Value
7.0
Avis
2 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
6.0
Pick-up/drop-off
6.0
Value
6.0
Chilean Rent A Car
1 review•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
5.5
Comfort
5.5
Overall
5.5
Pick-up/drop-off
6.5
Value
5.5
United Auto Rental
1 review•7 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.5
Comfort
7.0
Overall
5.0
Pick-up/drop-off
4.0
Value
7.5
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Santiago, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 September 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Santiago?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $50/day when booking a car hire in Santiago. The absolute best deal a user found was for $36/day from United, booked on Aug. 24.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Santiago for a week from Rosselot?
Rosselot is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Santiago. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $252 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month in Santiago?
Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Santiago.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Santiago for a month?
Our recent data shows that United can potentially be 21% below the average car hire price in Santiago. Check prices and availability for United and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Santiago is on average $1,079 a month or $36 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Santiago car hire.
How much is a car hire in Santiago for a weekend?
$0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Santiago. 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 October, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $127 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Santiago
Browse car hires by fuel type in Santiago. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Santiago. Deals were last updated on 2 September 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Santiago. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($24+).
Electric
$58+
Hybrid
$47+
Petrol/Diesel
$24+