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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
Jeep Renegade
or similar SUV
Up to 2 passengers

£5/day

30 May - 6 Jun
Jeep Renegade
Toyota Aygo
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£7/day

9 May - 17 May
Toyota Aygo
Fiat Panda
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

£8/day

9 May - 17 May
Fiat Panda
Toyota Aygo
or similar SUV
Up to 2 passengers

£8/day

9 May - 17 May
Toyota Aygo
Toyota Aygo
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£8/day

9 May - 17 May
Toyota Aygo
Renault Captur
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

£8/day

9 May - 17 May
Renault Captur
Hyundai i30
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

£9/day

15 May - 5 Jun
Hyundai i30
Vauxhall Astra
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

£10/day

9 Jun - 8 Jul
Vauxhall Astra
Volkswagen Polo
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£10/day

28 May - 11 Jun
Volkswagen Polo

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?

According to our data, COSTA RENT is the cheapest car hire agency in Costa Rica. Users who book a rental car with COSTA RENT often find prices below the £30 average daily rate each day. Depending on the city you visit, what type of car you’re interested in, and the length of your hire, you could find prices for as low as £13 each day when booking with COSTA RENT.

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

Hertz is the most popular car hire company in Costa Rica with 33% of momondo users selecting this agency in the past month. Hertz also has 75 reviewsand a score of 3.8 out of 10, making this car hire agency a popular choice among travellers.

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

If you plan on travelling to Costa Rica and hiring a car, then keep in mind that Alamo is the car hire agency with the most locations. You are likely to find one of their 61 country-wide locations either at your destination airport or somewhere in the city centre. Consider visiting San José, the most popular city in Costa Rica. Alamo has a large presence here with over 6 locations - many of which can be found within the airport and city centre.

Costa Rica car hire deals found on momondo

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

Small cars

£17 - £52

All Car Types

£21 - £59

The average price of a small car hire in Costa Rica is £29. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Costa Rica is in October. The price is 44% lower than the rest of the year at just £17 per day. A small car rental is typically 19% less expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a car 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 £36. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Costa Rica is in September. The price is 48% lower than the rest of the year at just £19 per day. A medium car rental is typically 3% less expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a car 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 £51. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Costa Rica is in October. The price is 50% lower than the rest of the year at just £26 per day. A large car rental is typically 28% more expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a car 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 £37. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Costa Rica is in October. The price is 44% lower than the rest of the year at just £21 per day. A SUV rental is typically 0% more expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a car 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.

The average price of a van hire in Costa Rica is £61. The cheapest time to hire a van in Costa Rica is in October. The price is 81% lower than the rest of the year at just £12 per day. A van rental is typically 41% more expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a car 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 van hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a pickup truck hire in Costa Rica is £53. The cheapest time to hire a pickup truck in Costa Rica is in October. The price is 51% lower than the rest of the year at just £26 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 31% more expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a car 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 luxury car hire in Costa Rica is £64. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Costa Rica is in June. The price is 48% lower than the rest of the year at just £34 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 44% more expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a car 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.

Volkswagen Polo
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£7/day

9 May - 17 May
Volkswagen Polo
Chevrolet Spark
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

£8/day

9 May - 17 May
Chevrolet Spark
Kia Rio
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers
4-door vehicles

£8/day

9 May - 17 May
Kia Rio

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?

Whether you hire or own a car in Costa Rica, you are required by law to drive on the right. Keep in mind that if you do not feel comfortable driving on this side of the road, you can always call a taxi or opt for a ride share.

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?

2.38 mg/l is the legal BAC limit in Costa Rica. Any higher and you will be considered driving under the influence and may receive monetary fines, licence restrictions, and other penalties. Keep in mind that you must also be at least 18 years of age to consume alcoholic beverages, and it is not recommended to operate a motor vehicle under the influence.

How much does petrol cost in Costa Rica?

As of last week, the average price of petrol in Costa Rica was £1.02 per litre. According to our data, Costa Rica has neither the most expensive nor the cheapest petrol prices in the world. Kuwait currently has the least expensive at £0.26 per litre, while Hong Kong has the most expensive at £2.48 per litre. Keep in mind that petrol prices change regularly and may be different during your travel dates.

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

Prices for cars in Costa Rica were last updated today.

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 many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen rental company before booking.

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

When renting a car in Costa Rica, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.


Why use momondo?

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

You should use momondo to book a car hire in Costa Rica because it could save you time and money. momondo fetches and allows you to compare car hire prices and policies from thousands of car hire websites.

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?

Yes, whether it is for cars in Costa Rica or elsewhere, momondo allows you to filter specifically for policies that offer free cancellation.

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

Absolutely! momondo offers this feature when searching for a car hire in Costa Rica.

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

Yes, momondo shows deals with enhanced cleaning services for hire cars in Costa Rica.

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

momondo offers a filter specifically for unlimited mileage on car hire in Costa Rica.


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