Car hire in El Salvador

Use the same magic that powers our flight search to find cheap car rental in El Salvador

Compare car hire on price, ease of pick-up, a fair fuel policy and more

Find El Salvador car rental deals you can amend or cancel if your plans change

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City car hire in El Salvador

Where in El Salvador will you set off from? You could find a great price.

Car hire in San Salvador

From

P390

per day

Car hire in San Salvador

From

P390

per day

Airport options in El Salvador

If you’re flying to El Salvador it could be easier to hit the road straight from the airport.

Car hire at San Salvador Airport

From

P668

per day

Car hire at San Salvador Airport

From

P668

per day

Find the best car rental deal in El Salvador

Find the cheapest time to hire a car in El Salvador

A cheaper month to rent a car in El Salvador is June, when the average cost per day is P6,989. If that doesn’t work for you, try searching for another month you'd like to travel in and compare deals today.

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Car hire in El Salvador: FAQs

Do I need extra insurance to rent a car in El Salvador?

You will need insurance to rent a car in El Salvador, but you wont necessarily need ‘extra’ insurance. Different car hire companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.

What age do you need to be to hire a car in El Salvador?

To rent a car with most companies in El Salvador you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.

What documents do I need to hire a car in El Salvador?

The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in El Salvador depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in El Salvador, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

How do I hire a car in El Salvador?

It’s easy to hire a car in El Salvador. First, you need to decide where in El Salvador you want to pick up your car from.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.

Can I rent a car in El Salvador long term?

You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.

Do I need a credit card to hire a car in El Salvador?

You may need a credit card to rent a car in El Salvador. It all depends on which car hire company you choose.

Is it expensive to hire a car in El Salvador?

It depends where in El Salvador you want to visit. The most popular place to go is San Salvador. On average, it costs P2,281 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is P390 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in El Salvador

Here are some tips to help you bag the best prices, and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by 'seats', 'transmission' and even choose only to see 'electric' or 'hybrid' vehicles. You can also filter by 'car type', so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in El Salvador is Premium, Pickup .

Compare across companies

The most popular companies in El Salvador are Budget, Keddy By Europcar and Europcar. The cheapest company we've found is FlexWays. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car hire to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 3 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are P391 a day and P1,946 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in El Salvador you're going to visit? There’s lots of places to pick your rental car up from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of El Salvador. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in El Salvador is San Salvador. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is San Salvador.

Hire a car long term in El Salvador

Looking to hire a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car hire companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Give it a go today and search for 30 days' worth of car hire.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car hire deal in El Salvador with 'unlimited mileage' or a 'full to full' fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.