Car hire insight and trends in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport
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When is the best time to hire a car at Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
The best time to book a hire car is day of your planned arrival at Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. When booking a same-day hire, you can expect prices to be around £10/day. The day of the week can also impact hire car prices. For example, at Juan Santamaria Intl Airport, the average weekend prices are £15/day and weekday prices average £27/day. If you haven’t yet booked your trip, the best time of year to hire a car at Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is in June, when prices are £9/day on average.
What is the best car hire company at Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
Avis is the best car hire company at Juan Santamaria Intl Airport based on our user data. Avis has an average rating of 5.4 from 58 reviewers. In the past year, 7% of our users chose Avis for their car hire needs. Other reputable hire car companies at Juan Santamaria Intl Airport include Payless, with an average rating of 5.1 from 79 reviewers, and Europcar, with a 4.5 average rating from 43 reviews.
What car do most people hire at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
Hiring the Suzuki Vitara at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is the most popular car hire among momondo users, followed by hiring the Hyundai Creta. Our users have seen Suzuki Vitara deals at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport for £40 per day on average, and as cheap as £13 per day. It’s an average of £19 per day to hire the Hyundai Creta at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport, though you may find prices as low as £11 per day.
What is the most popular car to hire at Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
SUV cars are the most popular type of car to hire at Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. 32% of our momondo users searched for SUV cars for their trip in the past year. The two most popular SUV car models are the Suzuki Jimny and the Nissan Pathfinder. The most popular hire company offering SUV vehicles at Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is Alamo. The cheapest price to hire SUV cars from Alamo is £80 per day.
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Small cars
£12 - £63
All Car Types
£15 - £75
The average price of a small car hire in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is £26. The cheapest time to hire a small car in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is in September. The price is 54% lower than the rest of the year at just £12 per day. A small car rental is typically 39% less expensive than the average rental car in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. The average price of a car hire in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport 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 San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport small car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car hire in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is £34. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is in September. The price is 55% lower than the rest of the year at just £16 per day. A medium car rental is typically 17% less expensive than the average rental car in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. The average price of a car hire in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport 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 San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car hire in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is £48. The cheapest time to hire a large car in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is in September. The price is 38% lower than the rest of the year at just £30 per day. A large car rental is typically 13% more expensive than the average rental car in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. The average price of a car hire in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport 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 San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is £42. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is in June. The price is 62% lower than the rest of the year at just £16 per day. A SUV rental is typically 0% more expensive than the average rental car in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. The average price of a car hire in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport 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 San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.
Car battery died and it wasn’t resolved for 4 days. Switched to Alamo and it was night and day. I’ll never use Avis again.
10.0
Wonderful|Mar 2023
Would have liked a little more clarity upfront on the total billing amount, otherwise it was a great experience
6.0
Okay|Feb 2023
The car was great, clean and had a full tank. The efficiency of pickup and drop off is not very good. A lot of employees running around everywhere but only 1 at the counter.
2.0
Poor|Jan 2023
They forced me to pay $250 for "mandatory insurance" on arrival without prior notification. They were extremely inefficient and it took 2 hours to pick up the car despite 3 desks being open and only 7 people ahead of me in line. I suffered a minor damage in the car in a parking lot which I promptly reported to Avis at the time, but the dealer was totally unaware of it and made me repeat the process which took 1.5 hours and nearly caused me to delay my flight. They then coerced me to sign a "legal document" in Spanish only (all other documents in English) which stated facts that I did not agree with and threatened to make me stay in Costa Rica for 6 months. Total scammers!
2.0
Poor|Jan 2023
Bad customer service. Schedule for dropping the car was very inconvenient and caused me more dollar’s expenses. Very bad experience not recommend it.
2.0
Poor|Jan 2023
The 35$/per day mandatory insurance and other fees should be included in the listed price. Extremely deceptive marketing tactics
1 out of 14
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One of the best car rental experiences ever with choice of cars, minimal wait and most helpful staff.
2.0
Poor|Jan 2022
This was a complete bait and switch!! I reserved a Intermediate SUV that would carry 5 adults and 4 pieces of luggage. On arrival, I was told that my reservation was only for a SUV that would hold 5 adults but only 2 pieces of luggage!! That does not work for a 2 week holiday. The only solution was paying an extra $45 per day to get the next size SUV which they called Standard but it only held 5 adults and the 4 pieces of luggage!! To make matters worse, I have written Alamo to ask for clarification and refund but they have not responded to my email!!!
1 out of 3
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Customer service was great. They didn't try to scam me with hidden fees or falsehoods about coverage. Another in my group rented through enterprise and they tried to make him pay all sorts of extras that aren't required (we rented in San Jose). I also had some car issues on the way back and they were helpful and understanding.
4.0
Mediocre|May 2023
The ad never said that the insurance fee Is the doble of the rental. And the servir provide by the budget employee was unpolite and bad.
8.0
Very Good|Apr 2023
Felt sort of corralled into the upgrade I got. Booked a 7p 4x4 online and was told in person it was only 2WD. Was then told the Land Cruiser I got was the only one left on the lot. 3 hours later my brother in law got a Land Cruiser and was told it was the last one on the lot.
4.0
Mediocre|Mar 2023
Budget in Costa Rica, our flight was delayed so we called the 1800 number where an automated message told us that 'if your flight is delayed, not to worry they have the flight info and will hold on to your car, even if they don't have the flight number we hold your vehicle for 24hrs' So that was a relief until we got to the Budget booth in the airport where they told us they didn't have our car and that we should have let them know. I told them we called and heard the message and they responded with 'oh you didn't call the Costa Rica line' They ended up having a car we could use but it was a larger more expensive SUV and needed 'a better insurance package' so we had to pay more than we 'budgeted' for. Use another car rental place in Costa Rica there's lots to choose from.
2.0
Poor|Feb 2023
Additional insurance charges; vehicle was in poor condiition; very long check in process
4.0
Mediocre|Jun 2022
Car was clean but there were a bunch of big scratches and dings. Reflectors and caps on bumper were missing. Fortunately got a video of the car prior to departure since they tried to blame them on me when returning it. They tried to pressure me into buying extra insurance by putting a $3000 hold on my credit card in case of accidents. I don't suspect this is different from other rental car agencies in the area though. Took over an hour standing in line to pick up the car. No address to return it caused me to drive around for 30 minutes trying to locate them. Facility was clean, bathrooms were provided, checkin counter at airport is easy to find. Overall experience was mediocre.
1 out of 6
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Although it was relatively inexpensive they did not disclose the mandatory 3rd party insurance requirement you had to pay - I even had the letter from my credit card company saying they covered the collision insurance ( I had that after reading the fine print that letter was needed- full price of the rental should be disclosed at the time of reservation
2.0
Poor|Nov 2021
Have travelled often but never experienced such a scam. We were told they had no cars when we arrived and there were none available anywhere. After an hour of pleading they somehow got us a car as it was a huge favor and it ended up being the same Toyota Landcruiser Prado which I had reserved 2 months earlier but at twice the cost. Have never been taken advantage of like this.
3.9
Poor|Aug 2021
We had requested a 4x4 because we were going to drive through the mountains and in dirt roads in Costa Rica. They gave us a car that needed the wheels to be balanced, and when it rained the car would slide through the mud. It was unsafe, and we couldn’t return the car sooner because we were far away. When we went to return the car the staff explained to us that because it was high season that was the only car they had left. Instead of renting us the car, they should’ve been honest so we could find a car to rent elsewhere.
1 out of 1
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Car hire at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport
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How many operators does momondo search for cars in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
As of September 2025, there are 61 operators available to choose from for cars in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
Among different countries, including San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
All drivers must have a valid full driving license when renting a car in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. If the license is written in a different language from the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual rental company you're booking with.
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Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
Using momondo to book a car hire in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport could save you time and money. momondo searches thousands of car hire websites and locations to provide you with a wide selection of options and cars to choose from.
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Does momondo show car hire deals in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport with free cancellation?
Yes you can filter specifically for car hire companies in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport offering free cancellation on momondo.
Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport on momondo?
Yes, momondo has a filter for fair fuel policies on car hire in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.
Can I find a car hire in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
Enhanced cleaning services can be found on all car hire locations on momondo including San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.
Can I search for car hire in San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport with unlimited mileage on momondo?
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