Car rental in Rio de Janeiro

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Rio de Janeiro car rental at a glance

Most popular providerFoco
Most popular carMini, 4-5 doors
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Cheapest month to rentFebruary
Best time to book4 weeks before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Rio de Janeiro could cost, we've pulled prices from Rio de Janeiro.

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Cities in Rio de Janeiro

Take a look at the different cities in Rio de Janeiro you can set off from. You could find a great price somewhere less traveled.

Find the cheapest time to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro

The cheapest month to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro is February, when the average cost per day is $23. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is May, when the average cost per day is $28. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro is September.
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Getting the cheapest car rental in Rio de Janeiro

Here are some tips to help you score the best prices and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by "seats," "transmission," and even choose only to see "electric" or "hybrid" vehicles. You can also filter by "car type," so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Rio de Janeiro is Small.

Compare across companies

The most popular car rental company in Rio de Janeiro is Foco. We search across hundreds of companies to find you a great price with Foco.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car rental to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 4 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are $25 a day and $100 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Rio de Janeiro you're going to visit? There are lots of places to pick up your rental car from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you score a great price, all while seeing more of Rio de Janeiro. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Rio de Janeiro.

Rent a car long-term in Rio de Janeiro

Looking to rent a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car rental companies and give you some extra time to explore, too. Give it a try today and search for 30-day car rentals.

Save on gas

You can make your money go further by finding a car rental deal in Rio de Janeiro with "unlimited mileage" or a "full-to-full" fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.

Car rental in Rio de Janeiro: FAQs

You will need insurance to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro, but you won't necessarily need "extra" insurance. Different car rental companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.
The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid driver's license, ID, and passport. Once you’ve booked a car rental in Rio de Janeiro, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.
It’s easy to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro. First, you need to decide where in Rio de Janeiro you want to pick up your car from.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.
You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.
You may need a credit card to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro. It all depends on which car rental company you choose.
It depends where in Rio de Janeiro you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Rio de Janeiro. On average, it costs $99 per day to rent a car there. The lowest price we could find is $30 per day.