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Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Puerto Vallarta, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in Puerto Vallarta?
Book your rental car in Puerto Vallarta 67 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around ₱687/day on average when booked 67 days ahead, which saves you 4,772% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Puerto Vallarta?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Puerto Vallarta is National (rated 6.2/10 with 1 review). Avis (rated 5.8/10 with 18 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
National
6.2
Avis
5.8
Payless
4.2
Budget
3.8
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Puerto Vallarta?
Planning a car rental in Puerto Vallarta? October is the cheapest month, costing about ₱624 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₱1,873. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
₱812
February
₱749
March
₱749
April
₱937
May
₱749
June
₱874
July
₱874
August
₱812
September
₱749
October
₱624
November
₱749
December
₱1,873
What car do most people rent in Puerto Vallarta?
SUV rentals (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Puerto Vallarta. Mini rentals (Class Mini Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate rentals (Volkswagen Jetta or similar).
Which car rental company has the most locations in Puerto Vallarta?
In Puerto Vallarta, Avis, Payless, and America Car Rental have 2 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Puerto Vallarta known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Puerto Vallarta. Reviews were last updated on September 29, 2026.
The gentleman checking me in was awesome! He helped me tremendously to finish up the process of renting our car. He turned what could have been a mishap on my part into a great experience renting a car. I would return.
4.0
Mediocre|Jul 2023
This was Avis at puerto Vallarta airport. Regular size car. The line was extremely slow and staff moved very slowly. Took an hour to get the car with only 1 person ahead of me. Price was ok but I declined insurance since my credit card and auto insurance policy cover the car. They insisted on putting a $4200 hold on my credit card in case there was any damage- even a scratch. Crazy. Won’t rent there again.
4.0
Mediocre|Jun 2023
Service was slow at pick up and drop off. Car was not clean.
2.0
Poor|Apr 2023
The insurance they tried to charge us was more than the rental rate for the car. We cancelled our reservation.
2.0
Poor|Mar 2023
The service was incredibly slow. Pick up took over 30 minutes and drop off was longer. The price was quoted in Canadian dollars but charged in American. Overall, very dissatisfied.
2.0
Poor|Mar 2023
I opted for the full coverage insurance and was told that the total would be $490. After returning the car, the total was $630. Not only was this place completely dishonest, they couldn't have been in any less of a hurry. Took us over an hour to get checked in and almost an hour to return the car.
The rental agency , doesn't tell you the full price online. It's better to book direct from car rental agency only.
2.0
Poor|Nov 2021
This Payless/Budget counter in Puerto Vallarta felt like a complete scam. I ordered a Luxury SUV which was quite a bit more expensive then other cars. Upon arrival they did not have any SUVs in stock. They gave us a small car and discounted the cost a bit. They said they would deliver the SUV the next day. Towards the end of the next day they delivered a Kia Sorrento which is not a luxury SUV. When I asked about it they said they don't have any luxury SUVs. Upon return of the car they would not discount our rental any further. Basically I paid for a Luxury SUV but got a lower class car. It definitely felt like a scam. I will not be using this service in the future and will bring this up with Budget/Payless directly.
Terrible! I booked a car online and when I went to pick it up, they charged me another $400. I will never use. rentalcars.com or kayak or your car again total scam.
2.0
Poor|Feb 2023
Europe car in Puerto Vallarta is definitely not worth it. I bought insurance together with my rental from kayak but they refused the insurance and wouldn’t let it go without me buying their insurance. I ended up walking over to Avis and renting a car with insurance for less money than just the insurance from Europe car.
2.0
Poor|Jan 2023
The whole process was a nightmare. It started by telling me the car I had booked wasn’t actually available (but only after I was supposed to pick up) then by prompting me to book a week later than I’d intended (I know, I should have triple checked), and then by saying my credit cards were not working despite the fact they have worked at every other rental provider and we’re not over the limit. Overall brutal experience I will seek to avoid in the future.
2.0
Poor|Jan 2023
When we arrived the car rental agency told us we needed to pay an additional 150% of the rental price that was already paid. We did not get a car as our budget did not allow for it. Seems like a total scam
I could not even get my car because supposedly i needed more insurance that costed more than the car rental price
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Puerto Vallarta, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on September 29, 2026.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Puerto Vallarta for a week from Budget?
Budget is one of the most popular car rental companies in Puerto Vallarta, offering car rentals for around ₱7,484 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Puerto Vallarta?
Typically how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Puerto Vallarta however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
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