Car Rental at San Salvador El Salvador Intl airport from $13/day

Toyota Agya

or similar SMALL

$15/day

Nissan Versa

or similar MEDIUM

$25/day

Kia Rio

or similar LARGE

$27/day

Suzuki APV

or similar VAN

$75/day

Hyundai Santa Fe

or similar SUV

$56/day

Hyundai Creta

or similar SUV

$33/day

Nissan Kicks

or similar SUV

$45/day

Nissan Kicks

or similar SUV

$48/day

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The most convenient way to get from San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport into the city is by rental car. A rented car will enable you to explore San Salvador at your own schedule and pace. Further, driving yourself in a rental car will give you the advantage of accessing areas that public transport cannot. While behind the wheel and in the comfort of your rented car, you can head for San Luis Talpa or drive to La Libertad to enjoy the fantastic surf beaches during your vacation in El Salvador’s capital city.
San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport car rental companies are a little bit strict when it comes to the minimum age someone can rent a car. With that being said, you should be at least 21 years old to rent a car at SAL Airport. However, there’s a surcharge fee for car renters aged below 25, which is payable at the car rental desk during the pick-up time. Make sure to consult with your respective car supplier to know more about underage charges before you reserve a car rental at San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport.
You may save some money by choosing the "pick-up and return full-tank" policy for car rental at San Salvador El Salvador Airport. This means that you need to return the rented car with the same quantity of fuel as it had during the pick-up time. Quite a number of car agencies usually charge for less fuel when their rental cars are returned. You may also avoid a one-way fee by picking up and dropping off your car rental at the same hour.
The most appropriate time to rent a car at SAL is the same day you arrive at the airport. The same-day car rental gives you an opportunity to enjoy relatively lower rates than booking in advance. Weekdays car rental rates are also lower than the average rental rates on weekends. The month of September comes in as the best time of the year to make an advance car reservation due to the lowest prices.
25% of our users found rental cars at San Salvador El Salvador Intl airport for $42 or less
Book your rental car at San Salvador El Salvador Intl airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

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Which rental car companies at San El Salvador International Airport are easiest to use?
There are several car rental providers at SAL Airport and off-airport as well. The easiest ones to use are Dollar, National, and Thrifty because they are onsite while the rest are off-site. This means you’ll spend less time transitioning from your flight to your rented car and finally, to your destination. Thankfully, the offsite car rental agencies provide free shuttle buses or pick-up services between the airport and their off-site offices.
Which rental car types are the most popular at San Salvador El Salvador Airport?
The most popular type of car rental at San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport is the Economy car class. These cars are easy to handle, drive, and park, making them perfect for frequent driving around the city. In addition, Economy cars provide great gas mileage to let you cruise around cheaply and longer. Other car types you may like include Standard, Midsize, Full-size, and Compact.
What type of documentation is required to rent a car at SAL Airport?
If you intend to rent a car at SAL Airport, you’ll be required to present a valid, unexpired driver’s license and a printed car rental voucher. For international drivers, a valid license for their home country will be required. An International Driver’s Permit (IDP) is also necessary if your license is not in Latin or English characters. A notarized Chinese Driver’s license is also accepted. Most importantly, you may have to present a major credit or debit card in your name (main driver) to cater to your car rental expenses when you arrive at San El Salvador International Airport.
How much does it cost to rent a car at San Salvador El Salvador Intl airport?
On average a rental car at San Salvador El Salvador Intl airport costs $54 per day.
What is the cheapest car rental company at San Salvador El Salvador Intl airport?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Alamo ($16/day), Hertz ($17/day) and National ($20/day).
Which car rental companies will pick you up at San Salvador El Salvador Intl airport?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from San Salvador El Salvador Intl airport to off-airport locations include Budget, Avis, Hertz, Alamo, and National.

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Budget

3.8

Poor

Read 24 reviews

Most popular

Cleanliness

4.7

Comfort

4.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

3.9

Value for money

3.7

One location in San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport

from$18/day

Locations in San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport

Carr A Comalapa Km 42

+503 2259 5402

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	00:00 - 23:59
Thursday	00:00 - 23:59
Friday	00:00 - 23:59
Saturday	00:00 - 23:59
Sunday	00:00 - 23:59

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2025

Full-size SUV

If I could I would give them -5 star!! When I went to pick up the car they said they didn’t have the car that I had reserved also they wanted me to charge another insurance if they give me another car! (I really need it a 7 passenger vehicle since we were 4 and had a lot of baggage 😡) I had to go to another company to look for what ever 7 passenger vehicle they had. Really really upsetting experience for me.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Pickup truck

I looked into my rental months in advance. When I arrived in El Salvador I was told I couldn’t use the insurance that I paid for and that I would need to pay for a different insurance they require in order to rent the car. Very frustrating! Then they said I needed to put a 2000 dollar deposit, the alternative was to rent a vehicle that was twice as quoted. This was the second time this has happened to us. With a 2000 deposit and a 1200 rental for 1 week I’m better off just buying a car and selling it for a slightly less of a loss when I leave in 1 week! Horrible experience!

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Intermediate

Budget called an Hour before we boarded our flight to reconfirm our rental. When we arrived at the aIrport at 11pm no midsize car was available and they tried to give us a pickup truck at double the price. Bait and switch . Most other car rental counters were closed BUT we were able to find a better car for cheaper through Best car rental. Budget pulled the same stunt in september.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Intermediate

Very good

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Economy

When I make reservations say total pay for rent is 185 ? When I pickup car the price is change to 365 !!!! Is not good deal 🫤🫤🫤🫤

2.0 Poor

Arnold, Aug 2024

Luxury

I never wil used budget again and I will make sure that every one know that they are the worse Rentacar company no trust.

Avis

3.0

Poor

Read 39 reviews

Cleanliness

3.5

Comfort

3.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

3.0

Value for money

3.1

One location in San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport

from$35/day

Locations in San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport

Carretera A Comalapa,km 42

+503 2339 9268

Monday	06:00 - 22:00
Tuesday	06:00 - 22:00
Wednesday	06:00 - 22:00
Thursday	06:00 - 22:00
Friday	06:00 - 22:00
Saturday	06:00 - 22:00
Sunday	06:00 - 22:00

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Economy

No car available

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Economy

Was not able to find place and kept calling and no answer!!!

2.0 Poor

jonathan, Apr 2024

Economy

A decent car It was an old car Customer service was the worst

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Compact

Surprised charges, car was damaged and had bad axels. Lots of noise was being made when driving. It rained a couple times during our trip and the car’s windshield wipers were old and obstructed our view while driving when we tried wiping. We thought we were going to get into a major accident. When there was dirt on the windshield and tried wiping it clean there was no water put in the car. We actually had to throw water from our water bottles to help us clean the windshield. It was an overall dangerous experience. I would not rent again.

10.0 Wonderful

Donald, Nov 2023

Compact

I was the only customer still took them one hour and 1/2 to get me the vehicle. Customer service was very good but slow.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Economy

I’m traveling from out of the country reserved a vehicle and they have it away

National

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport

from$30/day

Locations in San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport

El Salvador Intl Airport

+503 2367 8015

Monday	05:00 - 22:00
Tuesday	05:00 - 22:00
Wednesday	05:00 - 22:00
Thursday	05:00 - 22:00
Friday	05:00 - 22:00
Saturday	05:00 - 22:00
Sunday	05:00 - 22:00

Alamo

8.1

Very good

Read 3 reviews

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.5

Value for money

7.8

One location in San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport

from$29/day

Locations in San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport

El Salvador Intl Airport

+503 2367 8000

Monday	05:00 - 22:00
Tuesday	05:00 - 22:00
Wednesday	05:00 - 22:00
Thursday	05:00 - 22:00
Friday	05:00 - 22:00
Saturday	05:00 - 22:00
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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Intermediate

The Hyundai they gave us was not a new model, and it’s battery died after three days. Alamo responded by bringing us a Nissan Kick replacement, but it took more than two hours to get it to us. Aside from that, the staff were friendly and helpful.

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

Customer service

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.0

Okay

Read 5 reviews

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

5.6

One location in San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport

from$33/day

Locations in San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport

El Salvador Intl Airport

+503 2367 8099

Monday	05:00 - 22:00
Tuesday	05:00 - 22:00
Wednesday	05:00 - 22:00
Thursday	05:00 - 22:00
Friday	05:00 - 22:00
Saturday	05:00 - 22:00
Sunday	05:00 - 22:00

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10.0 Wonderful

William, Apr 2024

Economy

N/a

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2021

Cons:

Waiting area could have more seatings

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2023

Economy

The Salvadoran mandatory private liability insurance of 14.99$/day needs to be shown in the booking price, our rental price more than doubled because of it!

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2022

They did no have the SUV as I indicated. I made the reservation months ago. When I went to the pick up center I had to wait ½ an hour. The car itself was ok. There were a lot of dents and scratches and the underside had something that was hanging off. It was being held by a piece of rope.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2021

Enterprise didn’t rent a car. They want to gave me a small car. I want to money back

Europcar

2.0

Poor

Read 2 reviews

Cheapest deal

Cleanliness

4.6

Comfort

4.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

3.3

One location in San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport

from$15/day

Locations in San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport

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