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Punta Arenas car rental information
| Pick-up location | Punta Arenas |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Intermediate SUV, Pick-up truck, Premium SUV, Standard SUV |
| Rental locations | 21 |
| Airport locations | 11 |
| Popular agencies | Europcar, FlexWays, Avis |
Cheap car rentals in Punta Arenas
| Compact | C$ 71/day |
| Pick-up truck | C$ 130/day |
| Premium SUV | C$ 256/day |
| Compact SUV | C$ 92/day |
| Intermediate SUV | C$ 97/day |
| Standard SUV | C$ 104/day |
KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Punta Arenas
- To truly experience the wide expanses available to you in Punta Arenas, a car is simply a necessity. Renting a vehicle is recommended to all visitors to the area, especially if they want to get to the heart of the Chile’s Patagonia region, in part because there really is no other way to get around the area. Yes, there are buses, but they only offer direct routes and don’t allow for true independence or real freedom of exploration.
- Looking forward to traversing the end of the world with a rental car? Start by picking up the car right after you land at Presidente Carlos Ibáñez del Campo International Airport. Arrivals to the airport will find the rental car desks in the airport’s Arrivals Hall.
- If you plan on exploring the beautiful countryside surrounding Punta Arenas, make sure your keep on the lookout for one of the area’s most common animals: sheep. One of the major industries of Punta Arenas is sheepherding and, as a result, flocks of sheep are commonly seen crossing roads outside of the city.
- Though Punta Arenas sits at the end of the world, it also experiences rush hour traffic from time to time. During the week, rush hour typically starts up in the morning at around 8:00 a.m. and quickly cools off at around 9:00 a.m. There is also another brief period of congestion from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. as well. Often during rush hour, Av. José Martínez de Aldunate gets particularly backed up so visitors should take note and avoid it if possible.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Punta Arenas for C$ 85 or less
- Book your rental car in Punta Arenas at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport rental car locations in Punta Arenas are around 28% cheaper than airport locations on average
- Compact rental cars in Punta Arenas are around 39% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Punta Arenas
What type of car is recommended for driving in Punta Arenas?
Punta Arenas is typified by smaller, narrower streets due to its small population. It is recommended that drivers stick to smaller vehicles such as sedans, compacts, small 4WD SUVs, and Jeeps if you plan on heading out into rural areas. Smaller cars will have a much easier time finding streetside parking spaces large enough for them in the city and they will have an easier time navigating the city streets and country roads.
What’s the speed limit in Punta Arenas?
Roads in the city typically have speed limits of 60 km/h (38 mph), but on occasion lower speed limits of 50 km/h (31 mph) are also seen. On rural roads and outside of built-up areas, the speed limit is usually set to 100 km/h (62 mph), while on major highways the speed limit goes up to 120 km/h (75 mph).
Where are the best places to park in Punta Arenas?
Parking is fairly available in Punta Arenas and, for the most part, drivers can count on on-street parallel parking to meet most of their parking needs. There are not many parking garages in the city but there are some private parking lots, and most businesses will have their own private parking available for customers and clients.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Punta Arenas?
On average a rental car in Punta Arenas costs C$ 93 per day.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Punta Arenas?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Avis (C$ 71/day), Europcar (C$ 92/day) and FlexWays (C$ 130/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Avis Apo Carlos Ibanez Del Campo null (17 kilometers from city center).
Can I rent an automatic car in Punta Arenas?
Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Punta Arenas. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.
How much is gas price in Punta Arenas?
The average gas price in Punta Arenas is C$ 7.81 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 94 and C$ 125, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Punta Arenas?
Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Punta Arenas.
Which car rental companies are at Pres Ibanez airport (PUQ)?
Car rental companies onsite at Pres Ibanez airport include Europcar, Avis and Mitta Rent a Car.
How can I find car rentals near me in Punta Arenas?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Punta Arenas?
A Compact car rental in Punta Arenas costs C$ 65 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car rental cost in Punta Arenas?
An Economy car rental in Punta Arenas costs C$ 74 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Punta Arenas?
An Intermediate car rental in Punta Arenas costs C$ 91 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Punta Arenas?
In Punta Arenas, cars are most frequently rented at Routes Car & Truck Rentals Av Libertador Bernardo Ohiggins 964 (1 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Punta Arenas?
On average a rental car in Punta Arenas costs C$ 649 per week (C$ 93 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Punta Arenas?
On average a rental car in Punta Arenas costs C$ 2,780 per month (C$ 93 per day).
Punta Arenas car rental reviews and directory
Hertz
9.2
Wonderful
2 reviewsCleanliness
8.5
Comfort
9.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.0
Value for money
9.5
2 locations in Punta Arenas
Avis
7.8
Good
18 reviewsCleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.5
Value for money
8.2
2 locations in Punta Arenas
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct. 2018
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Muy buena atencion2.8 Poor
Sep. 2017
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The SUV that I ordered was unavailable and I had to settle for a mid size sedan. Not adequate for my needs. Poor form.10.0 Wonderful
Jan. 2017
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The staff was great and let us pick up our car early and drop it off a little late. In return for taking a car with a chipped and cracked windshield he waived any additional windshield damage which is very likely on the dirt roads.6.8 Okay
Jan. 2017
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We did not get the quoted price for our rental and paid more8.0 Very good
Dec. 2016
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We had to wait almost an hour for the agent to arrive to rest us the car. We realize that we thought we would arrive a bit later to the counter.6.0 Okay
Nov. 2016
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Easy pick up and drop off in terminal. No hassle. Friendly staff fluent in English.Cons:
Crappy car with a pitted windshield and no hubcaps ... tires looked like they were all spare tires. Poor alignment. Reserved a mid size and got a Chevy Aveo. Maybe this is midsize/intermediate in Chile but not as advertised. a Pugeot 301Europcar
4.8
Mediocre
6 reviewsCleanliness
6.2
Comfort
6.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.5
Value for money
4.8
2 locations in Punta Arenas
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2.0 Poor
Nov. 2023
7.6 Good
Jan. 2017
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The car was new, and fit our needs perfectly. We had plenty of room for ourselves and luggage.Cons:
We rented the car in Punta Arenas, a city near the Argentine border, with plans of visiting national parks in both Chile and Argentina. When questioned by the Europcar agent about our plans, I fully disclosed that we would be crossing the border. I fully realize that I missed the fine print in the agreement, and that it wasn't the desk agents job necessarily to alert me of the necessity of obtaining a border crossing approval from Europcar. My complaint is that in the entire rental process, it was never made evident to me, a rental car novice, that this document was necessary. I contend that I cannot be the first to experience this hassle. Secondly, when we found ourselves in this situation at the border, Europcar was not at all helpful in resolving our predicament. It was extremely difficult to contact anyone. When we did contact someone, they were unable to help us. The border agents explained that in the past when travelers encountered the same difficulty, the rental car companies simply call, fax, or email the necessary documents. Not so in our case. We were required to return to Puerto Natales where we were told that we would need to exchange cars in order to cross the border. This was not the case. We were simply given the required document and sent on our way. This certainly could have been done the evening before and sent electronically. Again I fully recognize that the documentation was my responsibility to obtain. I only wish that Europcar had been more responsive to my predicament in our time of need. We lost a full day of our vacation, and incurred the extra expense of gas to return to Puerto Natales, and pay for unexpected hotel aswell.2.0 Poor
Apr. 2023
4.0 Mediocre
Jan. 2023
4.0 Mediocre
May 2022
keddy by Europcar
6.5
Okay
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Cleanliness
6.8
Comfort
6.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.5
Value for money
6.5
2 locations in Punta Arenas
Mitta Rent a Car
10.0
Wonderful
No reviews available
2 locations in Punta Arenas
Econorent
7.0
Good
No reviews available
2 locations in Punta Arenas
Routes Car & Truck Rentals
4.8
Mediocre
No reviews available
One location in Punta Arenas
FlexWays
No score available yet
2 locations in Punta Arenas
Seelmann Rent a Car
No score available yet
2 locations in Punta Arenas
Sunnycars
No score available yet
2 locations in Punta Arenas
Alamo
No score available yet
One location in Punta Arenas
Shouqi
No score available yet
One location in Punta Arenas
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