Santa Cruz

Cheap Car Rentals in Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro from $18

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Santa Cruz with a pick-up date of 6/17 and drop-off date of 6/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro car rentals in 2025

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

Most popular company

Localiza

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

$76

Cheapest price per day

$18

Best Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro car rental deals

Browse through the best deals we’ve found on Santa Cruz car rental deals at this time. Deals are sourced from providers and were last updated on June 12, 2025.
Hyundai Kona$22/day
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Kia Sportage$27/day
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Hyundai Accent$18/day
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Cheapflights insights for Santa Cruz car rentals

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

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

For the best savings on car rentals in Santa Cruz, make your reservation 59 days before pickup. The average price then is just $13/day—about 70% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Santa Cruz?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest rated car rental company in Santa Cruz is Alamo (rated 8.5/10). Localiza (rated 8.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Santa Cruz, the best time to rent a car is in December, with an average daily rate of just $24. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging $72 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Santa Cruz, the best time to rent a car is in December, with an average daily rate of just $24. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging $72 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$28

February

$26

March

$27

April

$28

May

$32

June

$68

July

$37

August

$72

September

$65

October

$67

November

$51

December

$24

Which car rental 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 rental 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

Localiza

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.5

Hertz

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

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

Firefly

1 location

National

1 location

Santa Cruz Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Santa Cruz, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on June 12, 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month at Santa Cruz?

    Typically how long you can rent 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?

    Class Economy Car is the cheapest rental car in Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro at an average cost of $18 per day. $18 per day is 22% cheaper than what other rentals cost in Santa Cruz.

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

    Rental car prices in Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro will vary depending on when you book, but at the moment you can expect a rental to cost $18 per day on average and as low as $18 per day.

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