Rio de Janeiro

Cheap Car Hire in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from AED 80

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 Rio de Janeiro with a pick-up date of 27/6 and drop-off date of 26/7. 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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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 May 2026.

Most popular company

MOVIDA

Price of petrol per litre

AED 4.85

Average price per day

AED 170

Cheapest price per day

AED 80

Popular car types in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 7 May 2026.

There are 19 hire agencies servicing Rio de Janeiro. These agencies, altogether, have 176 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Rio de Janeiro with prices from AED 80 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Rio de Janeiro:

Economy

Economy

AED 80+

Standard

Standard

AED 88+

Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 170+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

AED 80+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 103+

Supplier choice SUV

Supplier choice SUV

AED 140+

Compare car rental deals in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil by type

Here are the best Rio de Janeiro small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Rio de Janeiro medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai AccentAED 80/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent

Best car rental deals found in Rio de Janeiro

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil with an average daily rate of AED 116. Data was last updated on 7 May 2026.
Hyundai AccentAED 80/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent
Mazda Mazda6AED 88/day
5
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda6
Mazda CX-3AED 103/day
4
M
A/C
Mazda CX-3

Cheapflights insights for Rio de Janeiro car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Rio de Janeiro, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Rio de Janeiro?

To get the best deal on car hire in Rio de Janeiro, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 81, which is about 199% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Rio de Janeiro?

In Rio de Janeiro, the most affordable car hire company right now is FOCO , offering prices from just AED 57.58/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is MOVIDA , with rates starting at AED 120.97/day.

What is the best car rental company in Rio de Janeiro?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Rio de Janeiro is Alamo (rated 8.5/10 with 1 review). Hertz (rated 8.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Rio de Janeiro is March, when you can expect to pay AED 88/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Rio de Janeiro is December (AED 121/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

AED 95

February

AED 103

March

AED 88

April

AED 95

May

AED 99

June

AED 99

July

AED 107

August

AED 88

September

AED 88

October

AED 99

November

AED 95

December

AED 121

What car do most people hire in Rio de Janeiro?

SUV cars (Volkswagen Tiguan, for example) are the most popular in Rio de Janeiro. Passenger van (Chevrolet Spin) and Standard (Chevrolet Spin) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Rio de Janeiro.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Rio de Janeiro?

Localiza has 26 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Unidas has the second-highest number of locations in Rio de Janeiro at 20.

Top rental agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Reviews were last updated on 7 May 2026.

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
1 review16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.5

Hertz

9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Localiza

7.3
Good
2 reviews26 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

8.3

MOVIDA

6.8
Okay
2 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

FOCO

5.8
Fair
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Budget

5.0
Fair
3 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.0

Avis

4.2
Mediocre
4 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

5.8

Overall

4.2

Pick-up/drop-off

4.7

Value

4.5

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 May 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Rio de Janeiro?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 170/day when booking a car hire in Rio de Janeiro. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 61/day from MOVIDA , booked on May 6.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Rio de Janeiro for a week from MOVIDA ?

    MOVIDA offers hire cars in Rio de Janeiro for about AED 1,289 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Rio de Janeiro for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro for a month?

    Our recent data shows that MOVIDA can potentially be 72% below the average car hire price in Rio de Janeiro. Check prices and availability for MOVIDA and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Rio de Janeiro is on average AED 5,523 a month or AED 184 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Rio de Janeiro car hire.

  • How much is a car hire in Rio de Janeiro for a weekend?

    AED 230 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Rio de Janeiro. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in June, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as AED 0 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Deals were last updated on 7 May 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 62+

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