Cheapflights insights for Playa del Carmen car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Playa del Carmen, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Playa del Carmen?
For the best savings on car hire in Playa del Carmen, make your reservation 86 days before pickup. The average price then is just AED 37/day – about 133% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Playa del Carmen?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Playa del Carmen is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.4/10). Avis (rated 6.2/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Playa del Carmen?
At Playa del Carmen, the best time to rent a car is at September, with an average daily rate of just AED 37. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging AED 129 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 Playa del Carmen, the best time to rent a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just AED 37. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging AED 129 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
AED 59
February
AED 48
March
AED 51
April
AED 62
May
AED 48
June
AED 44
July
AED 59
August
AED 51
September
AED 37
October
AED 40
November
AED 51
December
AED 129
What car do most people hire in Playa del Carmen?
Intermediate cars (Kia Forte or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Playa del Carmen. SUV cars (Nissan X-Trail or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Chevrolet Captiva or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Playa del Carmen?
Avis has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Playa del Carmen at 8.
Top rental agencies in Playa del Carmen
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Playa del Carmen known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Playa del Carmen. Reviews were last updated on 1 July 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Playa del Carmen, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis and America Car Rental. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Playa del Carmen, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 July 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Playa del Carmen?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Playa del Carmen however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.