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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 14 January 2025.

January

AED 95

February

AED 106

March

AED 88

April

AED 84

May

AED 88

June

AED 84

July

AED 99

August

AED 91

September

AED 95

October

AED 99

November

AED 102

December

AED 113

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro is April. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 January 2025.

Small cars

AED 59 - AED 108

All Car Types

AED 59 - AED 371

To rent a small car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, you would pay an average price of AED 48/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (~AED 59/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~AED 108/day). In fact, May is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Rio de Janeiro. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rio de Janeiro, renting a small car saves you 49% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a medium car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, you would pay an average price of AED 101/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (~AED 77/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 628/day). In fact, November is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Rio de Janeiro. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rio de Janeiro, renting a medium car is 7% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a SUV in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, you would pay an average price of AED 96/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (~AED 89/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 596/day). In fact, November is about 8% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Rio de Janeiro. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rio de Janeiro, renting a SUV is 3% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

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 14 January 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Rio de Janeiro, including Alamo, Localiza and Hertz. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
1 review15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.5

Localiza

8.0
Very Good
1 review27 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.5

Hertz

7.7
Good
2 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

MOVIDA

6.8
Okay
2 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

FOCO

5.6
Fair
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.0

Unidas

18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.0

National

16 locations

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 14 January 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Rio de Janeiro?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.5 rating), Localiza (8.0 rating) and Hertz (7.6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Rio de Janeiro.

  • What are petrol prices like in Rio de Janeiro?

    The average price of petrol in Rio de Janeiro is AED 3.82/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 172 and AED 248 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Rio de Janeiro for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Rio de Janeiro it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 51%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Rio de Janeiro for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Rio de Janeiro?

    The most popular car to hire while in Rio de Janeiro is the Audi A4, which is a Luxury vehicle.

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