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Cheap car rentals in Oaxaca
KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Oaxaca
- If you are using Puerto Escondido Port, there are cheap car rentals in Oaxaca offering friendly services. You may not find car rental offices operating in the port. Thus, renting a car from a company that can pick you up is ideal. Some Oaxaca car rentals that offer a pick-up service include Hertz and Europcar. If you prefer traveling to the physical car rental offices, the nearest location is along the Calle Del Morro highway. Taxis are available to ferry from the port to the office. Always bring your valid credit card, driving license, and additional proof of identity.
- By choosing and renting a vehicle from Oaxaca car rentals, you attain the convenience of navigating several attraction sites quickly. Mitla, an archeological site worth exploring, is 26 miles from Oaxaca City center and is accessible by car in roughly 40 minutes. Other sites, such as Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán and Mercado 20 de Noviembre, are a 10min drive from downtown Oaxaca. If you prefer exploring additional attractions a bit further from Oaxaca, consider checking out Mercado Benito Juárez. The site is about 2 miles away, with a driving distance of approximately 11min.
- Though Oaxaca has a well-done transport infrastructure, traffic jam is inevitable during annual festivals and events such as Guelaguetza, a celebration of the traditions of the various communities in Oaxaca and their diversity. The colorful event takes place in July. The roads essential to the successful occurrence of the festival may feature a closure, causing traffic congestion in Oaxaca city. Cheap car rentals in Oaxaca install the vehicle with a navigation system that will help you get by and find less congested roads. Thus, you may fruitfully dodge heavy congestion via back routes. Be careful of jaywalkers while driving as the event feature large gatherings.
- Renting a car on your visit to Oaxaca is highly convenient for when your aim is flexibility while moving around the city and getting a feel of the rich Mexican culture. Oaxaca is known for being the capital, and one of the largest cities in Mexico therefore can get quite busy and crowded especially when using public transport. The airport is located in the outskirts of the city around 20min away from the city center. You should consider getting renting a car in Oaxaca to be able to visit some of the popular tourist attractions located outside of town, such as the Monte Alban, which is a 2500-year-old archaeological ruin and houses the Monte Alban Ruins Museum.
- There are several Oaxaca car rentals conveniently situated at the Xoxocotlan International Airport such as Alamo, Sunnycars, Economy Rent a Car, Thrifty, Keddy, Dollar, Firefly, and Rhodium, whose agencies can be found at the terminal. Off-site car rentals in Oaxaca, such as Hertz, Europcar, and NU Car, are accessible via airport shuttles and taxis.
- Like many major cities, visitors are advised to be cautious when moving through the streets of Oaxaca, which can get busy at times, with a few traffic violators. Motorists should be vigilant while driving as there are a few jaywalkers who may jump on the road without warning. Drivers are also warned to observe traffic rules while driving by not going over the speed limit or double parking on busy streets. It is also recommended that visitors opt for car rentals in Oaxaca with cars that have built-in GPS, to be able to maneuver through unfamiliar roads.
- Since Oaxaca is known to be congested, visitors should expect to spend some time on the roads especially during rush hour, between 7am to 10am, and picks back up again at around 3pm to 6pm when people are heading back to their homes. The roads are sometimes filled with vendors and windshield cleaners who are known to contribute to the length of stay in traffic.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Oaxaca for $19 or less
- Book your rental car in Oaxaca at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport rental car locations in Oaxaca are around 17% cheaper than airport locations on average
- Standard rental cars in Oaxaca are around 8% more expensive than other car types, on average
Oaxaca car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about renting a car in Oaxaca
What type of car is recommended for driving in Oaxaca?
Depending on the purpose of your trip and length of stay when visiting Oaxaca, there are several car rentals with a variety of cars specified to fit your desired need. Small compact cars are recommended for when you are planning a solo trip and are as well more convenient when navigating the streets. Additionally, they are ideal when looking for parking spaces. Large SUVs are suitable for large groups and are more comfortable when touring the sights located on the outskirts of the town center.
What’s the speed limit in Oaxaca?
The speed in Oaxaca is set at 40mph on the urban arterial roads. Parking and residential areas are set at 35mph while the speed limit on major highways is 70mph. No highway allows going beyond 70mph, but the speed limit is enforced generally above 80mph only. There are also a few speed traps set up especially on highways, therefore drivers are warned to observe traffic rules while driving.
Where are the best places to park in Oaxaca?
There are several parking options available while on your stay in Oaxaca. A few parking lots available include Trujano, Guelaguetza, Cosijoeza, and Mayordomo which offer overnight parking and 24h security. There are a few parking garages, such as the Cine Oaxaca and Oaxaca Publico de Niro where one could choose to park their vehicle, then continue touring the city on foot. There are also a few hotels which offer free parking.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Oaxaca?
On average a rental car in Oaxaca costs $32 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 Oaxaca found in the last 2 weeks is $10.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Oaxaca?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Fox ($5/day), MEXRENTACAR ($5/day) and Economy Rent a Car ($5/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at MEXRENTACAR Oaxaca International Airport, Puerto Angel, Santa Cruz 71230 (4 miles from city center).
Can I rent an automatic car in Oaxaca?
Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Oaxaca. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.
How much is gas price in Oaxaca?
The average gas price in Oaxaca is $4.76 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $57 and $76, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Oaxaca?
Standard (Nissan X-Trail or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Oaxaca.
Which car rental companies are at Xoxocotlan airport (OAX)?
Car rental companies onsite at Xoxocotlan airport include MEXRENTACAR, Fox, Economy Rent a Car, Hertz, Europcar, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, keddy by Europcar, Dollar and Thrifty.
How can I find car rentals near me in Oaxaca?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Standard car rental cost in Oaxaca?
A Standard car rental in Oaxaca costs $51 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car rental cost in Oaxaca?
A Mini car rental in Oaxaca costs $92 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Oaxaca?
A Compact car rental in Oaxaca costs $39 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Oaxaca?
In Oaxaca, cars are most frequently rented at Fox Oaxaca airport (5 miles from city center).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Oaxaca?
On average a rental car in Oaxaca costs $211 per week ($30 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Oaxaca?
On average a rental car in Oaxaca costs $903 per month ($30 per day).
Should I get insurance when renting a car in Oaxaca?
Most car rental providers in Oaxaca offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Oaxaca, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
How many car agencies are operating in Oaxaca?
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 17 car rental agencies in Oaxaca.
What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Oaxaca?
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 Oaxaca?
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Oaxaca so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
Does Oaxaca have toll roads?
You may come across roads that charge a toll before travelers can pass. Usually, toll roads will have the capital letter “D” placed immediately after their name. Thus, you may pay a toll if traveling along Highway 190D. The city labels its express toll lanes with the word “cuota.”
Is carpooling allowed in Oaxaca?
Oaxaca City encourages carpooling for benefits such as preservation of the environment and conservation of fuel. You can ride at great prices around Oaxaca and to outer parts of the city even last minute. You can enjoy your car rental with a few new people or friends in Oaxaca. Of course, the arrangements must be mutually agreeable. Oaxaca City permits carpooling if a vehicle has at least three occupants.
Oaxaca 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.
Alamo
5.1
Fair
Read 13 reviewsCleanliness
5.7
Comfort
5.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.0
Value for money
4.2
2 locations in Oaxaca
Locations in Oaxaca
Carretera Oaxaca - Puerto
+52 951 503 3618
Matamoros 203-a
(951) 5012188
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6.0 Okay
Alfredo, Aug 2024
Minivan
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, May 2021
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this place is a scam. the cost was doubleCons:
see above2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jan 2021
Pros:
NothingCons:
We showed up day before to confirm and we’re told to come back next day. Arrived on time following day and were simply told, “there aren’t any cars to rent. Goodbye.”4.4 Mediocre
Anonymous, Nov 2020
Pros:
The car ran.Cons:
They gave us a different car than asked and charged us $490 instead of $260. I’d like to dispute this.10.0 Wonderful
Andy, Mar 2023
Standard SUV
2.0 Poor
Darin, Nov 2022
Economy Rent a Car
4.8
Mediocre
Read 16 reviewsCleanliness
5.3
Comfort
4.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.6
Value for money
4.8
2 locations in Oaxaca
Locations in Oaxaca
Inside Oaxaca International Airport.
+52 951 514 8534
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10.0 Wonderful
Isla, Jul 2024
Economy
2.0 Poor
Andrew, Jun 2024
Economy
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Economy
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Economy
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2021
Pros:
Despite our many problems (see below), the staff were relatively friendly and helpful. (For example, the manager provided us with his personal cell number when we called to express our concern that the engine light had gone on and we were afraid of breaking down on a remote road somewhere.)Cons:
Our problems were many. Kayak linked us to carrentals.com which announced on their website that the rental price included the liability insurance required by the Mexican government. However, there was nothing mentioning this on the confirmation documents that we received and Economy Rentacar told us that we needed to buy our own policy @ $18 US per day. (They did lower it to about $16 per day after we complained.) They told us that the car we rented was a 2019 model but the registration said it was a 2015 and it looked and ran like it was even older. It had not been cleaned in a very long time and was filthy inside. It had dents, scratches and peeling paint on almost every square inch, really a piece of junk. We have rented cars all over the world and this was by far our worst experience. A bad mark for Kayak and car rentals.com as well, we felt ripped off from beginning to end.8.0 Very good
Anonymous, May 2021
Pros:
Staff was helpful and pick up and drop off were good.Cons:
The price quoted on Kayak website is not accurate. The cost of about $5/day is really about $23/day because of required insurance, even though other websites covering car rental is Mexico say the insurance is required to be included in quoted prices. Note that they will put a $1500 hold on you credit card for possible car damage even if your credit card covers any damage to the car. Also note that what they call an intermediate car is really a compact. Otherwise interaction with car local company is good. Rental date April 2021.MEXRENTACAR
4.6
Mediocre
Read 2 reviewsCleanliness
4.6
Comfort
4.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
3.3
Value for money
4.6
One location in Oaxaca
Locations in Oaxaca
Oaxaca International Airport, Puerto Angel, Santa Cruz
+52 33 4624 2114
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Economy
2.0 Poor
Rosa, Jul 2024
Economy
Europcar
4.5
Mediocre
Read 3 reviewsCleanliness
6.1
Comfort
5.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.4
Value for money
4.5
2 locations in Oaxaca
Locations in Oaxaca
Carretera Oaxaca - Puerto Angel
+52 951 196 9528
Mariano Matamoros 201b
+52 951 163 0216
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Intermediate
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Mar 2021
Pros:
yesCons:
they make you buy insurance. it cost more than the rental10.0 Wonderful
Edgar, Jan 2020
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It was a worry free experience. Got the car and dropped it off with no worry. Just be aware of the time and day of the experience. I went on a slow week and there was just one person doing all so I had to wait a bit . I understand this..Thrifty
3.2
Poor
Read 6 reviewsCleanliness
3.7
Comfort
3.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.7
Value for money
3.0
One location in Oaxaca
Locations in Oaxaca
Carr.oaxaca-pto Angel Km 7.5
+52 800 021 2277
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2.0 Poor
Juan, May 2021
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They didn’t have the suv a rented and they offer another but smaller for the same priceCons:
Better service2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2021
Pros:
Nothing, they gave the rental away because I was an hour late from my pickup time.Cons:
Actually have a rental available would have been nice.2.0 Poor
Christopher, Apr 2021
Pros:
The car was functional enough for the trip.Cons:
The pick up was a mess. I game to pick up the car and was told a total different price and I got it down to around $340 when they told me it was going to be around $1100. Also Kayak told me a way lower price. The people took about 45mins to get my car as well. Very unprofessional. Lastly I was asked to leave $1400 as a deposit and was surprised because I was never told anything about that. I’m still figuring out to this day if they even returned my money to my account. Lastly, when I came to drop off the car, no one was available and I was close to kissing my flight cause of nobody expecting my car to be dropped off at the time I said. Very dissatisfied with the service and how things turned out. I honestly was stressed.2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2020
Cons:
We had a reservation. Our flight was delayed when we got there no car available6.0 Okay
Anonymous, May 2022
2.0 Poor
Kyle, Jan 2022
Hertz
2.6
Poor
Read 3 reviewsCleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
2.4
2 locations in Oaxaca
Locations in Oaxaca
Carr.oaxaca-pto Angel Km 7.5
+52 800 709 5000
Centro Ado Av 5 De Mayo No 900
0180 0709 5000
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2.0 Poor
Luis, Nov 2020
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Staff was very rude and does not care about anything but money, I am a member of the U.S. armed forces and I was born in Oaxaca and this place does not represent Hertz at all. I’ve had better experience in other Hertz locations but this one only cares about money and how to weasel more out of you. I received a really scratched vehicle and was charged more than what I originally booked it for and was forced to sign a contract because I had no other choice since I had an ill family member.Cons:
I just honestly wish they had clear pictures with the customers they work with and not try and weasel a bigger a higher price for cars that in the U.S.A. You would get for 40$ a day and there they are asking 100$ a day4.4 Mediocre
Jacob, Feb 2020
Pros:
Good sized carCons:
Price online did not reflect actual price of rental car. Poor signage and instruction for car return.2.8 Poor
Seo, Jan 2020
Pros:
The staff told me "the wheels are broken" on the car I reserved and forced me to pay an additional 100.00$ US upsale on a larger vehicle.Cons:
It would be nice to have available the car and price seen on Kayak. Hertz at this location should not be able to use online reservation services, it seems they are using them as a bottleneck to force travelers to pay premium pricesOne location in Oaxaca
from$47/dayLocations in Oaxaca
Carr.oaxaca-pto Angel Km 7.5, Oaxaca
+52 800 849 8609
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Carr.oaxaca-pto Angel Km 7.5
+52 800 365 1111
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1.9 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2021
1.9 Poor
Javier, Jul 2021
1.9 Poor
Jonathan, Jul 2021
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jun 2021
Cons:
Giving customers honestly answer to question customers ask2 locations in Oaxaca
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Carretera Oaxaca - Puerto Angel- Km. 7.5 Sta. Cruz Xoxocotlan
+52 951 196 9528
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Oaxaca airport
+52 951 143 8340
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Camino La Raya 101-b
0180 0227 6659
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Carretera Oaxaca- Puerto Ángel Km 7.5, ., Santa Cruz Xoxo
+52 55 8880 8064
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Ctra. Oaxaca - Puerto Ángel km. 7.5, Santa Cruz, CP , Oaxaca, Oax.
+52 951 143 8340
Mariano Matamoros 201B, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, Oaxaca de
+52 951 163 0216
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Carretera Oaxaca - Puerto Angel
+86 10 6064 1387
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Good to know
Most popular agency | MEXRENTACAR |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Standard |
Average price | $32/day |
Good deal | $20/day |
When to book a rental car in Oaxaca
Everything you need to know for your car rental in Oaxaca
Car rental at airports serving Oaxaca
Oaxaca car rental information
| Pick-up location | Oaxaca |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Mini, Minivan, Standard, Standard SUV |
| Rental locations | 25 |
| Airport locations | 17 |
| Popular agencies | MEXRENTACAR , Fox, Economy Rent a Car, Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car |