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How to find a cheap car hire deal in Punta Del Este

  • Grab a cheap rental car in Punta Del Este and hit the road for around ₹ 7,743 a day. From short drives to cross-country jaunts, we'll match your plans with the right wheels.

  • ₹ 2,314 is the cheapest daily price offered for a rental in Punta Del Este.

  • For longer trips, book a weekly rental from ₹ 16,192 and fit more into your itinerary.

  • If you like to plan with precision, book about one week ahead to drive away with the best price on a Punta Del Este car hire.

  • Punta Car, Dollar and Avis are some of the most reliable providers in the city. Use them as a starting point to compare offers.

  • The coverage Punta Car or another company offers for your Punta Del Este car hire can vary, so always check the fine print. While some include a collision damage waiver (CDW), others will provide it for an extra charge.

  • Consider booking a one-way rental. You might be able to score a bargain if the provider needs to move its fleet around. Discover the best available rates by clicking 'Return car to a different location.'

  • Avoid any unexpected fees by booking a ride with a 'Fair fuel policy.' Start your journey with a full tank and return it the same, and only pay for what you actually use.

  • Hit the road without tracking every mile and racking up additional charges. Go to the 'Policies' filter and pick 'Unlimited mileage' to find a car that lets you explore further.

Best value car hire options right now

  • You'll get the best value with this company. Prices average ₹ 5,025 a day.

  • Offering daily rates of around ₹ 12,872, this provider is next in line.

  • The third option also makes the list of budget-friendly suppliers. Hop into one of their rentals for roughly ₹ 4,537 a day.

  • The Compact rental category is a solid choice if you're unsure which wheels are right for you. It's also the most commonly booked car type in Punta Del Este.

Flying to Punta Del Este? Think about an airport pick-up

  • Make arrival day easier by picking up a car hire at Punta Del Este Airport. If you're flying to Punta Del Este through this airport, simply collect your ride after landing and head out. The drive to the city centre is about 11 kilometres and takes around 20 minutes.

Compare car hire types in Punta Del Este

  • Small: Whether you're cruising narrow city streets or taking a short trip, this car category delivers big value in a small package. Including mini and economy classes, you can look forward to good fuel efficiency and easy handling.

  • Medium: A solid choice when you want something that's easy to drive but doesn't skimp on features. This category includes compact and intermediate models that come with a little extra leg space compared to smaller cars.

  • Large: Offering a more comfortable ride and extra tech features, this Punta Del Este car hire category includes full-size cars. With bigger back seats and ample storage space, they let you load up and take everyone, and everything, with ease.

  • SUV: Get a higher ground clearance and better visibility of what's ahead in an SUV. Whether you're weaving through remote countryside or gliding down stretches of highway, many offer all-wheel drive to help you take on any road.

  • Van: With options like commercial vans and trucks, this category of car for rent in Punta Del Este makes light work of big hauls and group travel. They're spacious, versatile, and built to take on any task.

Insurance and optional extras

  • Car rental excess insurance isn't mandatory, but is something you should consider. If your vehicle is damaged, no matter how minor, it can save you from paying a hefty excess fee. Different Punta Del Este car hire providers have varying insurance policies and cover levels, so check the details before booking.

  • Travel smarter when you rent a car in Punta Del Este by adding some nifty extras. Think things like a navigation system to make wrong turns a thing of the past, or reverse cameras to park like you're pulling off a choreographed routine.

Good to know

  • Rental age requirements aren't always the same everywhere. Providers can set their own policies, and if you're a younger driver, you could pay extra and face some limits. Check the rules for the supplier you choose before booking your car rental in Uruguay.

  • If the kids are coming with you, check if you need to add a child car seat to your Punta Del Este car rental reservation. Whether local laws require them or not, they're always the safest way for youngsters to ride.

  • Bring the right documents to keep the pick-up process smooth. You'll generally need your physical driver's licence (no digital copies) and another form of photo ID. Also keep a credit card handy to cover the required excess. If anything else is expected, it'll be listed in your booking.

  • Take your time getting acquainted with your rental. Adjust your seat and mirrors, find the lights and wipers, and get a feel for its handling before you set off. And remember to stick to the right side of the road in Uruguay.

  • Local speed limits may vary, but it's usually around 40kph in built-up areas and 100kph or so on highways. Always follow the posted signs.

  • In Uruguay, the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit is 0.03%. If you're planning to drink, hand the keys to someone else or arrange a ride-share or taxi instead.

  • One of the busiest times to be on the road in this destination is around 8am. Make things easy by driving outside rush hours in general.

Best hotels in Punta Del Este for drivers

  • Offering parking, Casa Flor gives you the freedom to come and go as you please. This hotel is about 10 kilometres from central Punta Del Este and also comes with car hire options and a 24-hour front desk.

  • La Posta Beach Hotel also works well for a trip built around driving. It features parking, along with a private beach and a bar. Make this your base and you'll be roughly 8 kilometres from the city centre.

  • Browse through the range of hotels in Punta Del Este for even more choices. Use the 'Parking,' 'Outdoor parking,' and 'Valet parking' filters to tailor your results to your trip. You can even apply the 'Electric vehicle (EV) charging station' filter to bring up places with on-site charging.

  • It's time to start sightseeing now you've found a car hire deal in Punta Del Este and your hotel. From La mano to Puerto de Punta del Este and Playa de Los Ingleses, you'll never run out of things to do here.

Hit the road: Where to drive to from Punta Del Este

  • Around 64 kilometres northwest of central Punta Del Este, Minas should be on your itinerary. Steer straight toward can't-miss sights like Santuario Nacional Nuestra Senora del Verdun and Catedral De Minas.

  • Alternatively, pick up your cheap car hire in Punta Del Este and then set off for Rocha. Roughly 72 kilometres northeast of Punta Del Este, Las Achiras Beach and Centro Cultural MEM are major attractions that are well worth the trip.

  • Want to head even further out? Melo is a popular road trip destination that's about 290 kilometres north of Punta Del Este. Plan to make a few pit stops at Museo Histórico Regional de Melo and Museo Casa De Juana De Ibarbourou.

When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Punta Del Este?

Our data shows that October is the cheapest month to rent a car in Punta Del Este. It’s around ₹ 5,259 per day in October, compared to the yearly average of ₹ 5,259 per day.
Cheapest month avgOctober • ₹ 5,259
Yearly avg price₹ 5,259

Select your Punta Del Este pick-up location

There are 21 car hire providers in Punta Del Este. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Punta Del Este

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Punta Del Este. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Punta Del Este

Budget
Alamo
Hertz
Avis
National
Europcar

What's the most popular car to hire in Punta Del Este?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the BMW 1-Series is the most popular car to hire in Punta Del Este, with prices starting from ₹2,314 per day. The Ford Fiesta and similar models are also popular drives in Punta Del Este.
BMW 1-Series
BMW 1-Series12% chose this
Ford Fiesta
Ford Fiesta12% chose this
Opel Corsa
Opel Corsa12% chose this
Peugeot 208
Peugeot 20810% chose this
Most popular carBMW 1-Series
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Punta Del Este's cheapest car hire providers

National has the cheapest car hire in Punta Del Este right now, with prices from ₹2,326 per day. You'll save an average of ₹742 per day when you book with them.
Nationalfrom ₹2,326 per day
Avisfrom ₹2,854 per day
Dollarfrom ₹2,926 per day
ABBYCARfrom ₹3,425 per day
Cheapest providerNational
Book with them to save around₹742 per day

Hiring a car in Punta Del Este: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyBudget
Most popular carCompact, SUV
Average daily price₹ 7,743
Best time to book2 weeks before

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Punta Del Este will set you back around ₹ 7,743 per day or ₹ 46,791 per week. 

The cheapest car to rent in Punta Del Este is a compact roadster (a two-seated sports car). The most popular is Compact, SUV.

The cheapest car hire companies in Punta Del Este are currently Localiza and ABBYCAR.

Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Punta Del Este is currently October.

On average, around ₹ 46,791. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Punta Del Este is ₹ 16,192.

If you're looking for freedom to explore Punta Del Este, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Punta Del Este that have free cancellation

Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.

Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Punta Del Este.

Most places – Punta Del Este included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 

The cheapest price we found for an economy car is ₹ 2,314 per day. The average price per day is around ₹ 5,823.

Of course. Most major car hire companies like Budget, Alamo and Hertz offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.

Other travellers rated Europcar as the best overall in terms of experience.

We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Punta Del Este.