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Cheap Car Rentals in Costa Rica from ₹ 2,094

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Costa Rica with a pick-up date of 11/5 and drop-off date of 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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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 24 April 2026.

Most popular company

Europcar

Most common car type

Premium

Average price per day

₹ 6,022

Cheapest price per day

₹ 2,094
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Popular car types in Costa Rica

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Costa Rica and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 24 April 2026.
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There are, in total, 688 car hire locations in Costa Rica that are operated by 65 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: ₹ 2,094/day). Explore 2 car types currently offered from Costa Rica hire providers:

Economy

Economy

₹ 2,094+

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Compact

Compact

₹ 2,548+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

₹ 2,863+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

₹ 3,339+

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Compare car rental deals in Costa Rica by type

Here are the best Costa Rica small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Costa Rica SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20₹ 2,094/day
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Hyundai i20
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Ford Ka₹ 2,548/day
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Ford Ka
Found 04/22/26

Best car rental deals found in Costa Rica

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Costa Rica. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Costa Rica with an average daily rate of ₹ 2,711. Data was last updated on 24 April 2026.
Hyundai i20₹ 2,094/day
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Hyundai i20
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Ford Ka₹ 2,548/day
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Ford Ka
Found 04/22/26
Mahindra Scorpio₹ 2,863/day
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Mahindra Scorpio
Found 04/22/26

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 ₹ 1,975/day – about 7,825% 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 ₹ 1,129. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging ₹ 4,796 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 ₹ 1,129. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging ₹ 4,796 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

₹ 3,480

February

₹ 4,044

March

₹ 3,668

April

₹ 1,881

May

₹ 1,505

June

₹ 1,317

July

₹ 1,975

August

₹ 1,693

September

₹ 1,129

October

₹ 1,129

November

₹ 1,505

December

₹ 4,796

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.

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Costa Rica, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 302 pickup locations in Costa Rica to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 April 2026.
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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 24 April 2026.

Avis

5.4
Fair
116 reviews•22 locations
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Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

4.9

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
56 reviews•63 locations
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Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

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

4.9
Mediocre
79 reviews•34 locations
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Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.2

Overall

4.9

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 24 April 2026.

  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Costa Rica?

    The most popular car hire company at Costa Rica is Alamo. With prices on SUV starting at ₹ 12,332/day about 50% more people book with Alamo than other companies in the country.

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

    At ₹ 1,430/day, the cheapest car rental price in Costa Rica was found in Liberia. On average, Liberia has the cheapest daily rental car price (₹ 2,674/day), which is 41% 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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