Car Hire in Colombia

Whether you hire or own a car in Colombia, you are required by law to drive on the right. Keep in mind that if you do not feel comfortable driving on this side of the road, you can always call a taxi or opt for a ride share.

Out of 137 countries, Colombia ranked 126 for road quality. On a scale of 1 to 7, where 7 is the highest score, Colombia scored 2.7 for their road quality. The quality of the roads within the country may vary based on where you visit and the weather.

The BAC limit is 0.04% in Colombia - this applies to both visitors and residents. Your BAC level is a measurement of the percentage of alcohol in your bloodstream. This information is used to determine how inebriated an individual is. Driving a vehicle with a BAC higher than 0.04% is against the law in Colombia and you will be deemed as ‘driving under the influence’. Note that the legal drinking age in Colombia is 18. Steeper penalties will be given to those driving a vehicle who are under the legal drinking age.

On average, you can expect to pay $1.60 per litre for petrol in Colombia. Keep in mind that this is last week’s national average price and petrol prices may vary across the country. If you change your mind about hiring a car in Colombia, Egypt has some of the lowest petrol prices in the world at $0.44 per litre as of last week. Hong Kong, in comparison, has on average the most expensive prices at $4.90 per litre but is still a great option for those looking to rent a car.

Prices for cars in Colombia refresh daily.

There are 360 operators available for cars in Colombia as of April 2024.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Colombia. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen hire company before making a reservation.

To hire a car in Colombia, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.