Colombia car rentals

FAQs about renting a car in Colombia

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

  On average a rental car in Colombia costs $61 per day.

• What is the cheapest car rental company in Colombia?

  In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Sixt ($23/day), Alamo ($24/day) and Enterprise ($24/day).

• What is the best rental car company in Colombia?

  Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Colombia are Localiza (9.2, 29 reviews), Alamo (8.7, 6485 reviews), and Enterprise (8.6, 402 reviews).

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

  Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

• Where should I rent a car in Colombia?

  Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Colombia are Bogotá (32% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Colombia), Medellín (26%) and Cartagena (16%).

• How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Colombia?

  On average a rental car in Colombia costs $245 per week ($35 per day).

• How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Colombia?

  On average a rental car in Colombia costs $1050 per month ($35 per day).

• What is driving like in Colombia?

  Getting around Colombia in a car can require defensive driving around cities and busier towns, as the flow of traffic can be fast-paced. It is also advised not to drive at night due to stray cattle and the abundance of cars, trucks and motorcycles without headlights. There are some major roads with tolls, and most of them are paid electronically. Ask about this with your rental car provider to ensure that you have the correct means to pay.

• How old do you have to be to rent a car in Colombia?

  To rent a car in Colombia, you must be at least 18 years of age. However, drivers that are between 18 and 21 will be subject to an additional surcharge, which varies between different rental car companies. You can drive in Colombia with your US license, but you must have an international permit if you’re from a country with a non-Roman alphabet.

• How are gas prices in Colombia?

  Filling up your gas tank in Colombia will cost you nearly the same amount of money as in the United States, depending on the individual cities or towns you’ll be traveling to. Gas costs an average of around 9,000 COP (2.76 USD) per gallon in Colombia, which is only slightly more expensive than the US average price of 2.50 USD per gallon.

• What are the speed limits in Colombia?

  The speed limits imposed on roads in Colombia are similar to those in the US and much of Europe. The speed limit on residential roads is up to 30 km/h (18 mph), the speed limit on roads in rural areas is up to 80 km/h (50 mph) and the speed limit on major motorways can be up to 100 km/h (62 mph).