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The type of car visitors choose for their trip depends entirely on the purpose of the visit and the group's size. However, San Salvador is known for its traffic, and therefore, we recommend smaller vehicles for whatever your group size. The smaller the car, the easier it will be to weave in and out of traffic, and you will have less stress from any congestion on the roads. Whatever the reason for your visit, look for a smaller vehicle to meet your needs.
Drivers can trust that in El Salvador, the speed limits will be roughly 25 to 35mph in the city and 55 to 70mph on the major roadways and freeways. However, drivers should be aware that El Salvador uses the metric system, and speed limits will be in kilometers per hour. The most common speed limits will be around 40km/h and 90km/h, roughly 25 and 55mph, respectively.
Parking in San Salvador can be a challenge. You should plan where you will be able to park your vehicle ahead of time. Many locations provide parking, including hotels, restaurants, and tourist attractions. San Salvador also offers several parking garages throughout the city, like the Torre Futura Parking and Parqueo San Jose Centro. These parking garages will charge a small fee to store your vehicle.
On average a rental car in San Salvador costs $38 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in San Salvador found in the last 2 weeks is $17.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Alamo ($12/day), National ($17/day) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($23/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Alamo Edificio Sunset Plaza L10/13 11111 (2 miles from city center).
Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in San Salvador. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.
The average gas price in San Salvador is $3.74 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $45 and $60, depending on the car size.
Standard (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in San Salvador.
Car rental companies onsite at El Salvador Intl airport include Alamo, FlexWays, National and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
A Standard car rental in San Salvador costs $95 per day, on average.
A Mini car rental in San Salvador costs $23 per day, on average.
A Compact car rental in San Salvador costs $27 per day, on average.
In San Salvador, cars are most frequently rented at Budget C El Mirador Y 85a Av Nte 648 (2 miles from city center).
On average a rental car in San Salvador costs $265 per week ($38 per day).
On average a rental car in San Salvador costs $1,135 per month ($38 per day).
Most car rental providers in San Salvador offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in San Salvador, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 11 car rental agencies in San Salvador.
Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in San Salvador so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
With your cheap car rentals in San Salvador, traveling from SAL to the city center is more convenient if you use the modern four-lane motorway. You will take about 30min to cover the 26 miles journey from the airport to San Salvador city center.
You will be able to rent your preferred car from Enterprise, Budget, Avis, or other San Salvador car rentals at Estación FENADESAL El Rosario, which is the main train station in the city. The presence of car rental offices at this station offers enhanced convenience to travelers arriving in the city by train.
4 locations in San Salvador
Locations in San Salvador
Blvd Del Hipodromo
+503 2367 8015
Edificio Sunset Plaza L10 13
+503 2367 8015
El Salvador Intl Airport
+503 2367 8015
El Salvador San Salvador
+503 2367 8015
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3 locations in San Salvador
Locations in San Salvador
Blvd Del Hipodromo
+503 2367 8000
Edificio Sunset Plaza L10/13
+503 2367 8000
El Salvador Intl Airport
+503 2367 8000
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2020
Pros:
Friendly staff.Cons:
Better disclosure regarding required coverage. Would have also rented a vehicle with more horse power given that I explored way outside of the city.10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2023
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2022
5 locations in San Salvador
Locations in San Salvador
Bulevard Del Hipodromo
+503 2367 8099
Calle La Mascota Y Avenida
+503 2367 8099
El Salvador Intl Airport
+503 2367 8099
El Salvador, San Salvador
+503 2367 8099
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10.0 Wonderful
William, Apr 2024
Economy
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2021
Cons:
Waiting area could have more seatings2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Feb 2023
Economy
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Feb 2022
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Nov 2021
3 locations in San Salvador
Locations in San Salvador
Av Larevolucion,col San Benito
+503 2259 5403
C El Mirador Y 85a Av Nte 648
+503 2259 5400
C El Mirador
+503 2259 5400
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Economy
8.8 Very good
Victoria, Feb 2020
Pros:
Staff was very friendly and thorough in inspecting the car, telling us where the emergency equipment was, fluids in the car, etc.Cons:
The security deposit was really high at $1600, likely because it was in a different country and a bigger vehicle. I was also not allowed to decline the insurance. There was a mandatory insurance of $13.99/day. The other option that coverage everything was $32/day.6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Dec 2022
5.9 Fair
George, Oct 2021
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Jun 2021
Pros:
Yes. But the charge way to much on place! The have hidden charges, I wasn’t happy about that! I paid a lot more than I expected.Cons:
Be prepared to be charged your credit card with $700 as a deposit even if you already bought an insurance here!One location in San Salvador
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43 Ave Sur No. 127
+503 2500 2847
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Mini
6.0 Okay
Daniel, Mar 2021
Pros:
Everyone was amazing at the store, service was great and they even picked-up my car without any additional fee since I was feeling sick and couldn't drive the car there.Cons:
Car was in really poor shape, locks didn't work correctly. Could hardly get out of the passengers side, it took about 4-5 tries every time to open the door. Dangerous if we had ever gotten into an accident.2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jun 2023
Full-size
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Feb 2023
Compact SUV
1.9 Poor
jean, Aug 2021
One location in San Salvador
Locations in San Salvador
Centro Comercial La Joya
+503 2264 2826
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Esq.de La 91 Ave. Nte 9 Calle
+503 2264 2818
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Calle Los Eucaliptos 10
+54 9 11 5259 9877
El Salvador International Airport
+54 9 11 5259 9877
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Terminal de Salida de Pasajeros
+503 2339 9661
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Aeropuerto Internacional de El Salvador, Autopista Comalapa, El Salvador
+503 2355 4989
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Most popular agency | Budget |
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Most popular car type | Standard |
Average price | $38/day |
Good deal | $27/day |
Pick-up location | San Salvador |
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Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Mini, Pickup truck, Premium SUV, Standard SUV |
Rental locations | 25 |
Airport locations | 6 |
Popular agencies | Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis, Alamo, National, FlexWays |