Cheap car rental in El Salvador

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Compare car rentals on price, ease of pickup, a fair fuel policy, and more

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El Salvador car rental at a glance

Most popular rental company	Budget
Pick-up points	4, San Salvador is most popular

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City car rental in El Salvador

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

Car rental in San Salvador

From

$30per day

Car rental in San Salvador

From

$30per 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 rentals at San Salvador airport

From

$20per day

Car rentals at San Salvador airport

From

$20per day

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Car rental 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 won't necessarily need "extra" insurance. Different car rental 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 rent 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 is the best car rental company in El Salvador?

Our travelers' best-rated car rental company in El Salvador is Budget. You can rent a car with them for $52 on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Budget, you can dig deeper here.

What documents do I need to rent 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 driver's license, ID, and passport. Once you’ve booked a car rental in El Salvador, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

How do I rent a car in El Salvador?

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

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 rent a car in El Salvador?

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

Is it expensive to rent 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 $62 per day to rent a car there. The lowest price we could find is $30 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in El Salvador

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

Compare across companies

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

Rent a car long-term in El Salvador

Looking to rent 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 rental companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Try it today and search for 30 days' worth of car rentals.

Save on fuel

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