Cheapflights insights for Rio de Janeiro car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Rio de Janeiro, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in Rio de Janeiro?
Book your rental car in Rio de Janeiro 48 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around ₱1,405/day on average when booked 48 days ahead, which saves you 5,115% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Rio de Janeiro?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Rio de Janeiro is Alamo (rated 8.5/10 with 1 review). Hertz (rated 7.7/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro?
At Rio de Janeiro, the best time to rent a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just ₱1,346. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging ₱1,814 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Rio de Janeiro, the best time to rent a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just ₱1,346. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging ₱1,814 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
₱1,463
February
₱1,580
March
₱1,580
April
₱1,756
May
₱1,580
June
₱1,580
July
₱1,639
August
₱1,405
September
₱1,346
October
₱1,522
November
₱1,639
December
₱1,815
What car do most people rent in Rio de Janeiro?
Economy rentals (Ford Ka or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Rio de Janeiro. SUV rentals (Class Luxury SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini rentals (Class Full-size Truck or similar).
Which car rental company has the most locations in Rio de Janeiro?
Localiza has 26 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second highest number of locations in Rio de Janeiro at 20.
Top rental agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Reviews were last updated on October 24, 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on October 24, 2025.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro for a week from FOCO ?
FOCO is one of the most popular car rental companies in Rio de Janeiro, offering car rentals for around ₱22,768 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Rio de Janeiro?
Typically how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Rio de Janeiro however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.