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Punta Arenas car hire information
| Pick-up location | Punta Arenas |
|---|---|
| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 21 |
| Airport locations | 11 |
Cheap car hire in Punta Arenas
| Mini |
| Economy |
| Compact |
| Intermediate |
| Standard |
| Full-size |
| Luxury |
| People carrier |
| Passenger van |
| SUV |
| Commercial |
| Pick-up truck |
KAYAK’s top tips for hiring 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 hire 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 hire 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.
- Book your car hire in Punta Arenas at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Compact car hire in Punta Arenas are around -2% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring 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 is the price of fuel in Punta Arenas?
The average price of fuel in Punta Arenas is R105,00 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 260 and R1 680, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Punta Arenas?
Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Punta Arenas.
How can I find car hires near me in Punta Arenas?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Punta Arenas?
A Compact car hire in Punta Arenas costs R1 383 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Punta Arenas?
An Intermediate car hire in Punta Arenas costs R1 046 per day, on average.
How much does a Full Size car hire cost in Punta Arenas?
A Full Size car hire in Punta Arenas costs R1 131 per day, on average.
Punta Arenas car rental reviews and directory
Avis
8,1
Very Good
23 reviewsCleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.4
2 locations in Punta Arenas
Locations in Punta Arenas
Apo Carlos Ibanez Del Campo
+56 61 261 4381
Ohiggins 808
+56 61 261 4381
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10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2024
10,0 Wonderful
Mar 2024
10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2021
Pros:
Quick and easy delivery and great customer serviceCons:
It’s all great10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2018
Pros:
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
Pros:
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.Hertz
8,0
Very Good
2 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
2 locations in Punta Arenas
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Presidente Carlos Ibanez Ap
+56 61 261 3087
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10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2019
Pros:
Very helpful staff. Very slow computers on both pickup and drop off. But a good experience and vehicle.keddy by Europcar
6,5
Okay
1 reviewCleanliness
6.8
Comfort
6.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.5
Value for money
6.5
2 locations in Punta Arenas
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2,0 Poor
Dec 2021
Europcar
5,7
Fair
7 reviewsCleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.8
Value for money
5.7
2 locations in Punta Arenas
Locations in Punta Arenas
Av Libertador Bernardo Ohiggins 964
+56 61 220 2720
Presidente Carlos Ibanez Del
+56 61 221 2293
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8,0 Very Good
Feb 2024
2,0 Poor
Nov 2023
7,6 Good
Jan 2017
Pros:
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
Mitta Rent a Car
7,3
Good
No reviews available
2 locations in Punta Arenas
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Econorent
6,4
Okay
No reviews available
2 locations in Punta Arenas
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Routes Car & Truck Rentals
4,8
Mediocre
No reviews available
One location in Punta Arenas
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FlexWays
2,0
Poor
No reviews available
2 locations in Punta Arenas
Locations in Punta Arenas
Federico García Lorca 0473
+54 9 11 5259 9877
Presidente Carlos Ibáñez del Campo International Airport
+54 9 11 5259 9877
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Seelmann Rent a Car
No score available yet
2 locations in Punta Arenas
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Maipú 1169
+56 2 2346 3500
Punta Arenas Airport - Meet and Greet
+56 2 2346 3500
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Sunnycars
No score available yet
2 locations in Punta Arenas
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Alamo
No score available yet
One location in Punta Arenas
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Punta Arenas Casilla 108 D
+56 2974 0188
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Shouqi
No score available yet
One location in Punta Arenas
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Presidente Carlos Ibanez Del
+86 10 6064 1387
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Car hire locations in or near Punta Arenas
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Most popular car type | Compact |
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