Car hire in Santiago

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Santiago car hire at a glance

Most popular providerClick and Rent
Most popular carPremium/Luxury, 4-5 doors
Pick-up points1, Santiago de Compostela is most popular
Cheapest price foundSAR 62 per day, Santiago de Compostela
Cheapest month to rentJuly
Best time to book2 weeks before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Santiago could cost, we've pulled prices from Santiago de Compostela.

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Cities in Santiago

Take a look at the different cities in Santiago you can set off from. You could find a great price somewhere less travelled.

Airports in Santiago

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

Find the cheapest time to hire a car in Santiago

The cheapest month to rent a car in Santiago is July, when the average cost per day is SAR 99. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is November, when the average cost per day is SAR 135. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Santiago is August.
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Santiago could cost, we've pulled prices from Santiago de Compostela.

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All you need to know about Santiago

Side of the roadRight
CurrencyEuros
LanguageSpanish
Motorway speed limit120kmph
Built-up area speed limit50kmph
Age to rent a car21
The information here is based on our understanding as of January 2024. For the most current and accurate information it’s recommended to check official government sources.

Car hire in Santiago: FAQs

You will need insurance to rent a car in Santiago, 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.
To rent a car with most companies in Santiago 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.
The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Santiago 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 Santiago, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.
It’s easy to hire a car in Santiago. First, you need to decide where in Santiago 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.
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.
You may need a credit card to rent a car in Santiago. It all depends on which car hire company you choose.
It depends where in Santiago you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Santiago de Compostela. On average, it costs SAR 246 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is SAR 62 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Santiago

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 Santiago is Luxury.

Compare across companies

The most popular car hire company in Santiago is Click and Rent. We search across hundreds of companies to find you a great price with Click and Rent.

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 2 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are SAR 62 a day and SAR 105 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Santiago 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 Santiago. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Santiago is Santiago de Compostela. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Santiago de Compostela.

Hire a car long term in Santiago

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 Santiago with 'unlimited mileage' or a 'full to full' fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.