Santa Cruz

Cheap Car Hire in Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro from £24

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 Santa Cruz with a pick-up date of 12/11 and drop-off date of 26/11. 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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Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Santa Cruz. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 September 2025.

Most popular company

Alamo

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

£30

Cheapest price per day

£24

Best Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro car hire deals

Browse through the best deals we’ve found on Santa Cruz car hire deals at this time. Deals are sourced from providers and were last updated on 16 September 2025.
Ford Ranger£26/day
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Ford Ranger
Ford Ranger£24/day
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Ford Ranger
Mercedes-Benz A-Class£25/day
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Cheapflights insights for Santa Cruz car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Santa Cruz?

To get the best deal on car hire in Santa Cruz, book about 49 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £11, which is about 68% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Santa Cruz?

In Santa Cruz, the most affordable car hire company right now is Alamo, offering prices from just £14.32/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Localiza, with rates starting at £16.63/day.

What is the best car rental company in Santa Cruz?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Santa Cruz is Alamo (rated 8.5/10). Hertz (rated 7.7/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Santa Cruz?

At Santa Cruz, the best time to hire a car is in December, with an average daily rate of just £18. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging £47 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Santa Cruz, the best time to hire a car is in December, with an average daily rate of just £18. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging £47 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

£21

February

£19

March

£20

April

£21

May

£26

June

£21

July

£21

August

£24

September

£27

October

£47

November

£38

December

£18

Which car hire company has the most locations in Santa Cruz?

Unidas has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Alamo has the second-highest number of locations in Santa Cruz at 1.

Top hire agencies in Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro

Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in Santa Cruz, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.

Alamo

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.5

Hertz

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

Localiza

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Unidas

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.0

Avis

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

2.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.3

Value

2.6

National

1 location

Firefly

1 location

Santa Cruz Car hiring FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Santa Cruz, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 September 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month at Santa Cruz?

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Santa Cruz however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What is the cheapest rental car in Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro?

    At 3% less than the average cost of other rental cars in Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro, a Volkswagen Saveiro is the cheapest rental car available in the neighborhood. You can expect prices to be an average of £25/day for a Volkswagen Saveiro.

  • How much is a rental car in Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro?

    In Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro, rental cars cost £25/day on average, and as low as £26 per day. Keep in mind that prices may vary depending on when you book and what type of rental car you choose.

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