Calama car rentals from $27/day

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Cheap car rentals in Calama

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Hyundai i20 car
Hyundai i20
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
$30/day
Suzuki Baleno car
Suzuki Baleno
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
$34/day
Hyundai Accent car
Hyundai Accent
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
$27/day
Class Full-size Truck car
Class Full-size Truck
or similar Pickup truck
5
2
2/4
$54/day
Peugeot 4008 car
Peugeot 4008
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$34/day
Peugeot 2008 car
Peugeot 2008
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$38/day
Peugeot 3008 car
Peugeot 3008
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$46/day
Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.
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Good to know

Most popular agency

United

Most popular car type

Compact

Average price

$53/day

Good deal

$42/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Calama car rentals

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Calama with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in Calama?

You should book your rental car in Calama around 24 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car rental company in Calama?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Street Rent a Car ($27.17/day), Avis ($29.75/day) and United ($33.05/day). The cheapest rental car price was found at Street Rent a Car Anibal Pinto 1632, Calama, Antofagasta, Chile (3.0 mi from city center).

What is the best rental car company in Calama?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Calama are United (10.0), Europcar (6.6), and Chilean Rent A Car (6.0, 1 review).
United
United
Rated 10.0/10
Europcar
Europcar
Rated 6.6/10
Chilean Rent A Car
Chilean Rent A Car
Rated 6.0/10
Avis
Avis
Rated 5.0/10

What is the most popular rental car in Calama?

Economy rentals (Hyundai i10 or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to rent in Calama. Economy rentals in Calama cost $34/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as $21/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Calama?

The cheapest month to rent a car in Calama is June at an average cost of $36/day. August is the most expensive month to rent a car in Calama when prices are $41/day on average, which tends to be 7% above the yearly average rental price for Calama.

What rental car company in Calama has the most locations?

keddy by Europcar operates 4 locations in Calama, more than any other rental company.

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Calama

  • Plonked amidst the wide, Chilean landscape with no other big cities nearby, it is highly recommended to get a rental car when coming to Calama. This will let you get the most out of your trip and explore the city conveniently on your own four wheels. With a rental car you could also discover the beauty of the Reserva Nacional Alto Loa, which is a 2-hour drive to the north, or roam through the breathtaking beauty of the Atacama Desert.
  • El Loa Airport is about twenty minutes by car from Calama, so it is advised to pick up a rental car directly from there to save the hassle of traveling into the city with alternative transport or expensive cabs – also because there is no public transport going into the city. Head to the agency desks following the signs from the terminal and choose the Avenue Balmaceda for the quickest route to Calama.
  • Driving in Calama should generally cause no problems for most drivers, but bear in mind that road conditions in Calama and the whole of Chile can be poor and riddled with potholes. It is important to inquire whether the rental insurance covers damages to the underside of the car, and it is also important to reduce your speed and approach damaged streets with caution.
  • As Calama is not a big city and is located remotely, there are no painstaking rush hours to worry about. However, December to February is the high season for tourists visiting the Atacama Desert, so tourism can mean increased traffic, but there should be no major delays for drivers in general.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Calama for $42 or less
  • Compact rental cars in Calama are around 64% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Calama

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Calama?

    As the streets may be in poor condition and some roads are merely dirt tracks, a truck or SUV is highly recommended. With a city car, passengers could feel sick quickly due to the unsteady roads, and there could even be damages to less robust cars. With an SUV, you gain good road grip without having to maneuver a bulky car.

  • What’s the speed limit in Calama?

    Within city limits, the maximum speed limit is 50 km/h (31 mph) and there are some roads that permit 60 km/h (38 mph). Secondary rural roads allow up to 100 km/h (62 mph), but drivers should also take the road conditions into account. Freeways permit 120 km/h (75 mph) unless posted otherwise.

  • Where are the best places to park in Calama?

    Many hotels in Calama have hotels with their own parking lot, so ask your accommodation whether a spot for your rental car is included, as this is the easiest and most convenient way to find a parking space for your car. There are also public parking lots, like the Estacionamiento Progreso Calama, the Estacionamiento Centro, or the Carpe Diem parking lot, that are good options when leaving the hotel for the city.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Calama?

    On average a rental car in Calama costs $53 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 Calama found in the last 2 weeks is $36.

  • Can I rent an automatic car in Calama?

    Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Calama. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

  • Which car rental companies are at El Loa airport (CJC)?

    Car rental companies onsite at El Loa airport include United, Street Rent a Car, Chilean Rent A Car, Avis, Econorent, Budget, A Car Rental, Europcar and Fox.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at El Loa airport (CJC)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from El Loa airport to off-airport locations include Avis, Econorent, Budget, and Europcar.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Calama?

    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 Calama?

    A Compact car rental in Calama costs $51 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Calama?

    An Intermediate car rental in Calama costs $70 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in Calama?

    An Economy car rental in Calama costs $36 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Calama?

    In Calama, cars are most frequently rented at Street Rent a Car Anibal Pinto 1632, Calama, Antofagasta, Chile (3 miles from city center).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Calama?

    Most car rental providers in Calama offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Calama, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

  • How many car agencies are operating in Calama?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 28 car rental agencies in Calama.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Calama?

    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!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Calama?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Calama so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

Calama car rental reviews and directory

 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

United

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Calama

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Locations in Calama

Aeropuerto El Loa

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Europcar

6.6

Okay

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

6.0

2 locations in Calama

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Locations in Calama

El Loa Airport

+56 55 257 8170

Opening times not available

Parque Industrial Apiac Sitio 1-c

+56 55 257 8300

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Chilean Rent A Car

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.0

One location in Calama

Show locations

Locations in Calama

El Loa Airport

+56 229 638 760

Opening times not available

Filters

Reviews

6.0 Okay

Mark, Mar 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Pickup and drop off were easy. At pickup, the agent said that they would email a copy of the contract. It never arrived. The car had some problems with starting. At one point, we thought we might be stranded miles from help with no cell service.

1 out of 1

Avis

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

5.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.9

Value for money

7.0

3 locations in Calama

from$37/day

Locations in Calama

Av Balmaceda 2634

+56 9 8717 7780

Monday08:30 - 18:30
Tuesday08:30 - 18:30
Wednesday08:30 - 18:30
Thursday08:30 - 18:30
Friday08:30 - 18:30

El Loa Airport

Monday07:15 - 22:45
Tuesday07:15 - 22:45
Wednesday07:15 - 22:45
Thursday07:15 - 22:45
Friday07:15 - 22:45
Saturday09:00 - 19:00
Sunday09:00 - 19:00

Parq Ind Apiac Galp 18-19

+56 2 2795 3963

Monday08:30 - 18:30
Tuesday08:30 - 18:30
Wednesday08:30 - 18:30
Thursday08:30 - 18:30
Friday08:30 - 18:30

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Reviews

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Compact

KAYAK
No one was at the desk on arrival. I was stuck until the next day. I left a note for them to call when they got in the next day to confirm they had my car. I received no communication. I will never use Avis again

Budget

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

2.0

3 locations in Calama

from$42/day

Locations in Calama

Av Balmaceda 2634

+56 9 8717 7780

Monday08:30 - 18:30
Tuesday08:30 - 18:30
Wednesday08:30 - 18:30
Thursday08:30 - 18:30
Friday08:30 - 18:30

El Loa

Monday07:15 - 22:45
Tuesday07:15 - 22:45
Wednesday07:15 - 22:45
Thursday07:15 - 22:45
Friday07:15 - 22:45
Saturday09:00 - 19:00
Sunday09:00 - 19:00

Parq Ind Apiac Galp 18-19

+56 9 5229 3406

Monday08:30 - 18:30
Tuesday08:30 - 18:30
Wednesday08:30 - 18:30
Thursday08:30 - 18:30
Friday08:30 - 18:30

Filters

No reviews available

keddy by Europcar

10.0

Wonderful

4 locations in Calama

Locations in Calama

2634, Avenida Balmaceda

Opening times not available

Calama

+56 55 257 8170

Monday07:30 - 22:00
Tuesday07:30 - 22:00
Wednesday07:30 - 22:00
Thursday07:30 - 22:00
Friday07:30 - 22:00
Saturday14:30 - 18:0008:30 - 18:30
Sunday14:30 - 18:0008:30 - 18:30

Calama Downtown

Opening times not available

Parque Industrial Apiac Sitio 1-C, Calama

+56 552 578 300

Monday08:30 - 18:3014:30 - 18:00
Tuesday14:30 - 18:0008:30 - 18:30
Wednesday14:30 - 18:0008:30 - 18:30
Thursday14:30 - 18:0008:30 - 18:30
Friday08:30 - 18:3014:30 - 18:00

Filters

No reviews available

Sixt

7.3

Good

One location in Calama

Locations in Calama

Aeropuerto El Loa Calama

+56 2 2513 6000

Monday07:30 - 22:00
Tuesday07:30 - 22:00
Wednesday07:30 - 22:00
Thursday07:30 - 22:00
Friday07:30 - 22:00
Saturday08:00 - 20:30
Sunday08:00 - 20:30

Filters

No reviews available

A Car Rental

8.0

Very good

2 locations in Calama

from$33/day

Locations in Calama

Aeropuerto El Loa

Opening times not available

Avenida La Paz 1675

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Mitta Rent a Car

7.3

Good

2 locations in Calama

Locations in Calama

Calama Airport

Opening times not available

Parque Apiac sitio 3C, Calama, Región de Antofagasta.

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Econorent

6.4

Okay

2 locations in Calama

from$68/day

Locations in Calama

Calama

+56 55 221 1325

Monday07:30 - 22:00
Tuesday07:30 - 22:00
Wednesday07:30 - 22:00
Thursday07:30 - 22:00
Friday07:30 - 22:00
Saturday07:30 - 22:00

San Jose Latorre 2507

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Fox

2.0

Poor

One location in Calama

from$79/day

Locations in Calama

Europcar, Aeropuerto El Loa

+56 55 257 8170

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

1First Car Rental

8.9

Very good

One location in Calama

Locations in Calama

Calama El Loa airport

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Localiza

7.6

Good

2 locations in Calama

Locations in Calama

Aeropuerto El Loa Calama, ., Calama

+56 5818 6097

Monday07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday07:00 - 23:00
Thursday07:00 - 23:00
Friday07:00 - 23:00
Saturday07:00 - 23:00

Ruta 25, Calle Barrio Indust.

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

INTERRENT

6.6

Okay

One location in Calama

Locations in Calama

El Loa Airport

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

4.7

Mediocre

2 locations in Calama

Locations in Calama

El Loa Airport

+56 55 257 8170

Monday09:00 - 19:00
Tuesday09:00 - 19:00
Wednesday09:00 - 19:00
Thursday09:00 - 19:00
Friday09:00 - 19:00
Saturday08:30 - 18:30
Sunday09:00 - 19:00

Parque Industrial Apiac Sitio 1-C, Calama ,,,Chile

+56 55 257 8300

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Euro Rent a Car

No score available yet

3 locations in Calama

Locations in Calama

Av. Balmaceda 2634

Opening times not available

Avenida La Paz 1675, Calama, Chile

Opening times not available

Calama El Loa airport

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Ace

No score available yet

2 locations in Calama

Locations in Calama

Aeropuerto El Loa Local 6

+56 55 231 1325

Monday08:30 - 18:30
Tuesday08:30 - 18:30
Wednesday08:30 - 18:30
Thursday08:30 - 18:30
Friday08:30 - 18:30
Saturday09:00 - 19:00

Almirante Juan Jose' Latorre

+56 55 234 1076

Monday08:30 - 18:30
Tuesday08:30 - 18:30
Wednesday08:30 - 18:30
Thursday08:30 - 18:30
Friday08:30 - 18:30
Saturday09:00 - 19:00

Filters

No reviews available

Euro Rent

No score available yet

2 locations in Calama

Locations in Calama

El Aeropuerto El Loa​

+56 9 9207 9205

Monday08:00 - 20:30
Tuesday08:00 - 20:30
Wednesday08:00 - 20:30
Thursday08:00 - 20:30
Friday08:00 - 20:30
Saturday09:00 - 19:00
Sunday09:00 - 19:00

Hotel Diego de Almagro, Av, La Paz 1675, Calama

+56 9 9207 9205

Monday08:00 - 20:30
Tuesday08:00 - 20:30
Wednesday08:00 - 20:30
Thursday08:00 - 20:30
Friday08:00 - 20:30
Saturday09:00 - 19:00
Sunday09:00 - 19:00

Filters

No reviews available

First Rent A Car

No score available yet

2 locations in Calama

Locations in Calama

Aeropuerto El Loa

Opening times not available

Antofagasta 2268

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Hertz

No score available yet

2 locations in Calama

Locations in Calama

Apto El Loa

Monday08:00 - 20:30
Tuesday08:00 - 20:30
Wednesday08:00 - 20:30
Thursday08:00 - 20:30
Friday08:00 - 20:30
Saturday08:00 - 20:30
Sunday08:00 - 20:30

Parque Apiac Sitio #3c

+56 55 234 1380

Monday08:00 - 20:30
Tuesday08:00 - 20:30
Wednesday08:00 - 20:30
Thursday08:00 - 20:30
Friday08:00 - 20:30

Filters

No reviews available

Alamo

No score available yet

One location in Calama

Locations in Calama

Felix Hojos 2177 I Region

+56 552 594 149

Monday14:00 - 18:3008:30 - 18:30
Tuesday08:30 - 18:3014:00 - 18:30
Wednesday14:00 - 18:3008:30 - 18:30
Thursday14:00 - 18:3008:30 - 18:30
Friday14:00 - 18:3008:30 - 18:30
Saturday09:00 - 19:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

Filters

No reviews available

Gama Rent

No score available yet

One location in Calama

Locations in Calama

Aeropuerto El Loa

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

National

No score available yet

One location in Calama

Locations in Calama

Felix Hojos 2177 Ii Region

+56 5522 8528

Monday00:00 - 00:00
Tuesday00:00 - 00:00
Wednesday00:00 - 00:00
Thursday00:00 - 00:00
Friday00:00 - 00:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

Filters

No reviews available

Shouqi

No score available yet

One location in Calama

Locations in Calama

El Loa Airport

+86 10 6064 1387

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Street Rent a Car

No score available yet

One location in Calama

from$37/day

Locations in Calama

Anibal Pinto 1632, Calama, Antofagasta, Chile

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Sunnycars

No score available yet

One location in Calama

Locations in Calama

Parque Industrial Apiac

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Thrifty

No score available yet

One location in Calama

Locations in Calama

Calle La Torre 1510

+56 5734 0973

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

UNITED RENT A CAR

No score available yet

One location in Calama

Locations in Calama

Calama El Loa airport

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

11 travelers who rented a car in Calama gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.9

Car rental locations in or near Calama

Calama car rental information

Pick-up locationCalama
Car typesCompact, Compact SUV, Economy, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Pickup truck, Standard SUV
Rental locations48
Airport locations25
Popular agenciesBudget, United, Europcar, Avis, A Car Rental

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