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San José, Costa Rica
May 10 — May 17
San José, Costa Rica
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Chevrolet Suburban
or similar Full-size SUV
Up to 5 passengers

$5/day

11 May - 23 May
Chevrolet Suburban
Chevrolet Suburban
or similar Full-size SUV
Up to 5 passengers

$5/day

28 May - 9 Jun
Chevrolet Suburban
GMC Terrain
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

$5/day

29 May - 2 Jun
GMC Terrain
Kia Soul
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

$5/day

11 May - 12 May
Kia Soul
Jeep Renegade
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

$5/day

11 May - 12 May
Jeep Renegade
Volkswagen Tiguan
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

$5/day

21 May - 26 May
Volkswagen Tiguan
Chevrolet Equinox
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

$5/day

16 Jun - 23 Jun
Chevrolet Equinox
Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$6/day

28 May - 15 Jun
Toyota Yaris
Kia Picanto
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$6/day

25 May - 31 May
Kia Picanto

Costa Rica car rental deals found on momondo

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Small cars

$13 - $70

All Car Types

$25 - $92

The average price of a small car rental in Costa Rica is $32. The cheapest time to rent a small car in Costa Rica is in October. The price is 61% lower than the rest of the year at just $13 per day. A small car rental is typically 25% less expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a vehicle rental in Costa Rica can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Costa Rica small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car rental in Costa Rica is $35. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in Costa Rica is in September. The price is 52% lower than the rest of the year at just $17 per day. A medium car rental is typically 21% less expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a vehicle rental in Costa Rica can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Costa Rica medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car rental in Costa Rica is $59. The cheapest time to rent a large car in Costa Rica is in May. The price is 41% lower than the rest of the year at just $35 per day. A large car rental is typically 26% more expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a vehicle rental in Costa Rica can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

The average price of a SUV rental in Costa Rica is $37. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Costa Rica is in September. The price is 49% lower than the rest of the year at just $19 per day. A SUV rental is typically 16% less expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a vehicle rental in Costa Rica can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Costa Rica SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van rental in Costa Rica is $99. The cheapest time to rent a van in Costa Rica is in May. The price is 49% lower than the rest of the year at just $51 per day. A van rental is typically 56% more expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a vehicle rental in Costa Rica can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Costa Rica van rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a pickup truck rental in Costa Rica is $59. The cheapest time to rent a pickup truck in Costa Rica is in October. The price is 31% lower than the rest of the year at just $41 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 26% more expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a vehicle rental in Costa Rica can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Costa Rica pickup truck rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a luxury car rental in Costa Rica is $89. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in Costa Rica is in May. The price is 40% lower than the rest of the year at just $54 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 52% more expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a vehicle rental in Costa Rica can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$6/day

28 May - 15 Jun
Toyota Yaris
Chevrolet Spark
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$6/day

25 May - 31 May
Chevrolet Spark
Kia Picanto
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$7/day

19 May - 16 Jun
Kia Picanto

Rental cars insight and trends in Costa Rica

Useful insights to help you book the perfect rental car in Costa Rica

What is the cheapest rental car agency in Costa Rica?

According to our data, NextCar is the cheapest rental car agency in Costa Rica. Users who book a rental car with NextCar often find prices below the $40 average daily rate each day. Depending on the city you visit, what type of car you’re interested in, and the length of your rental, you could find prices for as low as $5 each day when booking with NextCar.

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

The most popular car rental company in Costa Rica is NU Car. This rental agency currently has 68 reviews, with an average customer satisfaction score of 4.4 out of 10. 26% of momondo users recently selected NU Car as their rental car company of choice for their travels in Costa Rica.

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

Alamo has the most rental car locations across Costa Rica. The company has 51 locations, many of which can be found in airports and city centers. If you haven’t picked a city to visit, San José is the most popular destination at the moment. San José also has 4 Alamo rental car centers.

What is the most popular type of rental car in Costa Rica?

Travelers to Costa Rica usually opt for a SUV as their rental car of choice. This may be due to the weather during their stay, the activities they have planned, or their budget. In the past 30 days, 54% of our users rented a SUV for their trip to Costa Rica at an average cost of $49 per day.

Costa Rica car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in Costa Rica

Alamo

51 locations

National

50 locations

Sunnycars

50 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

49 locations

ADOBE

32 locations

easyCar

26 locations

Adobe Rent A Car

25 locations

Avis

20 locations

Car rental in Costa Rica

Learn everything there is to know about renting 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?

Drivers in Costa Rica, including drivers visiting from foreign countries, are required to travel on the right. Keep in mind that driving on the opposite side can lead to both a traffic violation and serious accidents.

How good are the roads in Costa Rica?

As of 2019, Costa Rica ranked 116 out of 137 countries for road quality. Costa Rica received a road quality score of 2.9, which is based on a scale of 1 to 7, with 7 being the best possible score.

What is the drinking and driving limit in Costa Rica?

The drinking and driving limit in Costa Rica is 0.05%. Regions and cities within Costa Rica might have their own local drinking and driving laws on top of the country-wide mandated law, so be sure to check before booking your rental car. Keep in mind that there are stricter penalties for those who drink and drive and are under the legal drinking age. In Costa Rica, you must be at least 18 to drink.

How much does gasoline cost in Costa Rica?

Gasoline in Costa Rica costs $5.49 per gallon as of last week. If you plan on renting a car in Costa Rica, then set aside a budget for the cost of gas based on how much driving you imagine doing. In comparison, the country with the cheapest average gas price is Egypt at $1.06 per gallon, whereas the country with the most expensive average gas price is Hong Kong at $12.11 per gallon.

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

Prices for cars in Costa Rica are refreshed on a daily basis.

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 rental in Costa Rica?

momondo finds and compares thousands of car rental websites to provide you with the best selection of policies and car rentals in Costa Rica. Finding a rental car is quick and free of charge, so using momondo for your booking makes sense.

How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in Costa Rica?

momondo helps you find the best car rental deal in Costa Rica by allowing you to filter results by price, capacity, car features, drop off, pick-up location and many more.

Does momondo show car rental deals in Costa Rica with free cancellation?

Yes, momondo allows you to filter specifically for car rental companies in Costa Rica offering free cancellation.

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

Yes, momondo has a filter for fair fuel policies on car rentals in Costa Rica.

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

Enhanced cleaning services can be found on all car rental locations on momondo including Costa Rica.

Can I search for rental cars in Costa Rica with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Absolutely. You can specifically filter for rental car deals in Costa Rica with unlimited mileage on momondo.


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