Car hire in Chile

Use the same magic that powers our flight search to find cheap car rental in Chile

Compare car hire on price, ease of pick-up, a fair fuel policy and more

Find Chile car rental deals you can amend or cancel if your plans change

Chile car hire at a glance

Most popular provider	Rosselot
Most popular car	Premium/Luxury, 4-5 doors
Pick-up points	31, Santiago is most popular
Cheapest price found	ر.ق.‏ 89 per day, Santiago
Cheapest month to rent	December
Best time to book	3 weeks before

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Cities in Chile

Take a look at the different cities in Chile you can set off from. You could find a great price somewhere less travelled.

Airports in Chile

If you’re flying to Chile it could be easier to hit the road straight from the airport.

Car hire at Puerto Montt Airport

From

ر.ق.‏ 89

per day

Car hire at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport

From

ر.ق.‏ 100

per day

Car hire at Calama Airport

From

ر.ق.‏ 102

per day

Car hire at Concepcion Airport

From

ر.ق.‏ 110

per day

Car hire at Temuco Airport

From

ر.ق.‏ 111

per day

Car hire at Iquique Airport

From

ر.ق.‏ 119

per day

Car hire at Punta Arenas Airport

From

ر.ق.‏ 155

per day

Car hire at Puerto Montt Airport

From

ر.ق.‏ 89

per day

Car hire at Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport

From

ر.ق.‏ 100

per day

Car hire at Calama Airport

From

ر.ق.‏ 102

per day

Car hire at Concepcion Airport

From

ر.ق.‏ 110

per day

Car hire at Temuco Airport

From

ر.ق.‏ 111

per day

Car hire at Iquique Airport

From

ر.ق.‏ 119

per day

Car hire at Punta Arenas Airport

From

ر.ق.‏ 155

per day

Find the best car rental deal in Chile

Economy cars in Santiago

Mini cars in Santiago

Compact cars in Santiago

Fullsize cars in Santiago

Intermediate cars in Santiago

Premium cars in Santiago

Economy cars in Temuco

Compact cars in Temuco

Mini cars in Temuco

Intermediate cars in Temuco

Fullsize cars in Temuco

Economy cars in Valdivia

Compact cars in Valdivia

Intermediate cars in Valdivia

Fullsize cars in Valdivia

Economy cars in Arica

Intermediate cars in Arica

Compact cars in Arica

Fullsize cars in Arica

Compact cars in Calama

Intermediate cars in Calama

Economy cars in Calama

Fullsize cars in Calama

Mini cars in Calama

Find the cheapest time to hire a car in Chile

The cheapest month to rent a car in Chile is July, when the average cost per day is ر.ق.‏ 96. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is May, when the average cost per day is ر.ق.‏ 100. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Chile is October.

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What are the best car hire companies in Chile?

Car hire in Chile: FAQs

Do I need extra insurance to rent a car in Chile?

You will need insurance to rent a car in Chile, but you wont necessarily need ‘extra’ insurance. Different car hire companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.

What age do you need to be to hire a car in Chile?

To rent a car with most companies in Chile you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.

What is the best car rental company in Chile?

Our travellers best rated car hire company in Chile is United. You can rent a car with them for ر.ق.‏ 215 on average per day.

If you want to learn more about United, you can dig deeper here.

What documents do I need to hire a car in Chile?

The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Chile depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in Chile, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Chile?

It depends on where in Chile you visit. The most popular places to rent a car are Santiago, Temuco and Calama.

In Santiago, it costs around ر.ق.‏ 115 per day or ر.ق.‏ 550 per week.

In Temuco, it costs around ر.ق.‏ 153 per day or ر.ق.‏ 2,440 per week.

In Calama, it costs around ر.ق.‏ 117 per day or ر.ق.‏ 1,005 per week.

How do I hire a car in Chile?

It’s easy to hire a car in Chile. First, you need to decide where in Chile 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.

Can I rent a car in Chile long term?

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.

Do I need a credit card to hire a car in Chile?

You may need a credit card to rent a car in Chile. It all depends on which car hire company you choose.

Is it expensive to hire a car in Chile?

It depends where in Chile you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Santiago. On average, it costs ر.ق.‏ 115 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is ر.ق.‏ 89 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Chile

Here are some tips to help you bag 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 Chile is Premium, 4-5 doors .

Compare across companies

The most popular companies in Chile are Rosselot, Street Rent a Car and united rent a car. The cheapest company we've found is KOYER. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car hire to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 3 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are ر.ق.‏ 89 a day and ر.ق.‏ 72 a week.

Be flexible

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

Hire a car long term in Chile

Looking to hire 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 hire companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Give it a go today and search for 30 days' worth of car hire.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car hire deal in Chile with 'unlimited mileage' or a 'full to full' fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.