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Costa Rica car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Costa Rica. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 May 2026.

Most popular company

Europcar

Most common car type

Premium

Average price per day

₹ 5,594

Cheapest price per day

₹ 2,271
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Cheapflights insights for Costa Rica car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Costa Rica, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Costa Rica?

For the best savings on car hire in Costa Rica, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₹ 1,983/day – about 7,832% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Costa Rica?

At Costa Rica, the best time to rent a car is at September, with an average daily rate of just ₹ 1,133. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging ₹ 4,817 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 Costa Rica, the best time to rent a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just ₹ 1,133. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging ₹ 4,817 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

₹ 3,495

February

₹ 4,061

March

₹ 3,684

April

₹ 1,889

May

₹ 1,511

June

₹ 1,322

July

₹ 1,983

August

₹ 1,795

September

₹ 1,133

October

₹ 1,133

November

₹ 1,511

December

₹ 4,817

What car do most people rent in Costa Rica?

Full-size cars (Toyota HiAce, for example) are the most popular in Costa Rica. SUV (Suzuki Vitara) and Passenger van (Toyota HiAce) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Costa Rica.

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

Both Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car have 63 locations in Costa Rica, more than any other rental company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Costa Rica

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Costa Rica known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Costa Rica. Reviews were last updated on 9 May 2026.

Avis

5.4
Fair
117 reviews•22 locations
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Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.8
Very Good
32 reviews•63 locations
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Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.3

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
54 reviews•63 locations
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Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.9

Budget

5.7
Fair
57 reviews•21 locations
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Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.4

Economy Rent a Car

4.8
Mediocre
77 reviews•34 locations
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Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.1

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

4.7

National

8.3
Very Good
17 reviews•61 locations
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.2

easyCar

26 locations
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Street Rent a Car

12 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Costa Rica, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 May 2026.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Costa Rica?

    At ₹ 4,228/day, the cheapest car rental price in Costa Rica was found in San José. On average, San José has the cheapest daily rental car price (₹ 6,008/day), which is 0% below average price for cities in Costa Rica.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Costa Rica?

    Cars in Costa Rica are to be driven on the right side of the road.

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