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Car Hire in Costa Rica

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Best deals found for Costa Rica car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular hire cars in Costa Rica
Kia Picanto
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$8/day

5 May - 12 May
Kia Picanto
Nissan March
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

$8/day

28 May - 4 Jun
Nissan March
Hyundai Accent Hatch
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$8/day

7 Jun - 20 Jun
Hyundai Accent Hatch
Subaru Forester
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

$9/day

29 May - 5 Jun
Subaru Forester
Toyota C-HR
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

$11/day

7 Jun - 20 Jun
Toyota C-HR
Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$12/day

28 May - 4 Jun
Toyota Corolla
Kia Rio
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers
4-door vehicles

$13/day

6 May - 13 May
Kia Rio
Toyota Yaris Cross
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

$13/day

6 May - 13 May
Toyota Yaris Cross
Kia Picanto
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

$17/day

29 May - 5 Jun
Kia Picanto

Car hire insight and trends in Costa Rica

Useful insights to help you book the perfect car hire in Costa Rica

What is the cheapest car hire agency in Costa Rica?

At the moment, the cheapest car hire agency in Costa Rica is NU Car, through whom users can find deals for as low as $9 per day. Users who book a rental car with NU Car tend to find prices that are lower than the $39 per day national average. Keep in mind that prices may vary depending on where you are renting, how many days you hire for, and the type of car you choose.

What is the most popular car hire agency in Costa Rica?

The most popular car hire company in Costa Rica is Alamo. This agency currently has 63 reviews, with an average customer satisfaction score of 7.6 out of 10. 47% of momondo users recently selected Alamo as their rental car company of choice for their travels in Costa Rica.

What car hire company in Costa Rica has the most locations?

Alamo has more car hire locations within Costa Rica than any other agency. With 61 locations scattered throughout the country, you are bound to find one of their rental car centres either at your destination airport or within the city. If you haven’t picked a city to visit, San José is the most popular destination at the moment. San José also has 6 Alamo car hire centres.

Costa Rica car hire deals found on momondo

Find the car hire in Costa Rica that's right for you

Small cars

$21 - $81

All Car Types

$22 - $103

The average price of a small car hire in Costa Rica is $43. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Costa Rica is in May. The price is 53% lower than the rest of the year at just $21 per day. A small car rental is typically 17% less expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a vehicle hire in Costa Rica can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Costa Rica small car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car hire in Costa Rica is $51. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Costa Rica is in April. The price is 60% lower than the rest of the year at just $21 per day. A medium car rental is typically 2% less expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a vehicle hire in Costa Rica can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a large car hire in Costa Rica is $61. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Costa Rica is in April. The price is 84% lower than the rest of the year at just $10 per day. A large car rental is typically 15% more expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a vehicle hire in Costa Rica can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a SUV hire in Costa Rica is $54. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Costa Rica is in May. The price is 70% lower than the rest of the year at just $17 per day. A SUV rental is typically 4% more expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a vehicle hire in Costa Rica can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Costa Rica SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.

Kia Picanto
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$8/day

5 May - 12 May
Kia Picanto
Nissan March
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

$8/day

28 May - 4 Jun
Nissan March
Toyota Yaris
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$12/day

28 May - 4 Jun
Toyota Yaris

Costa Rica car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Costa Rica

Avis

5.1
Fair
110 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

4.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
30 reviews60 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.7

Alamo

7.9
Good
70 reviews61 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.4

Budget

5.7
Fair
48 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.3

Economy Rent a Car

5.0
Fair
88 reviews26 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

4.4

Europcar

4.5
Mediocre
52 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.8

Comfort

4.5

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.4

Value

4.1

National

8.8
Very Good
19 reviews59 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

7.2

Sunnycars

58 locations

Car hire in Costa Rica

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Costa Rica so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

What side of the road do people in Costa Rica drive on?

If you hire a car in Costa Rica, be aware that you are required to drive on the right at all times.

How good are the roads in Costa Rica?

Costa Rica has a road quality score of 2.9 on a scale of 1 to 7, where 1 is the lowest rated score. This puts Costa Rica at 116 out of 137 countries for road conditions. You may find that depending on where you travel within Costa Rica that the road quality will vary.

What is the drink driving limit in Costa Rica?

The BAC limit is 0.05% in Costa Rica - 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 0.05% is against the law in Costa Rica and you will be deemed as ‘driving under the influence’. Be aware that 18 is the legal drinking age in Costa Rica, and there are strict laws that prohibit drivers under this age from drink driving.

How much does petrol cost in Costa Rica?

On average, the price of petrol last week in Costa Rica was $2.13 per litre. In comparison, the country with the cheapest average petrol price is Kuwait at $0.54 per litre, whereas the country with the most expensive average petrol price is Hong Kong at $5.17 per litre.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Costa Rica?

Prices for cars in Costa Rica refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Costa Rica?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Costa Rica?

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Costa Rica. 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.

What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Costa Rica?

To hire a car in Costa Rica, 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.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Costa Rica?

Using momondo to book a car hire in Costa Rica could save you time and money. momondo searches thousands of car hire websites and locations to provide you with a wide selection of options and cars to choose from.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Costa Rica?

momondo enables you to find the best car hire deal in Costa Rica by providing useful filters to narrow your search. Filters include, but are not limited to: price, body type, rental company and specific policies that you may want.

Does momondo show car hire deals in Costa Rica with free cancellation?

Free cancellation is a policy that can be filtered on momondo car hire searches for Costa Rica and all other locations. Availability may vary by location.

Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Costa Rica on momondo?

Fair fuel policies are specifically available to select on momondo, allowing you to refine your search for car hire in Costa Rica.

Can I find a car hire in Costa Rica which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

Yes, momondo can show you specific deals which include enhanced cleaning on car hire in Costa Rica.

Can I search for car hire in Costa Rica with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Unlimited mileage is indeed an option momondo offers on car hire in Costa Rica.


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