Car Rental at El Alto International Airport
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Mini
Suzuki Alto
or similar
$126.52
per day
Economy Elite
Suzuki Celerio
or similar
$139.15
per day
Intermediate
Hyundai Accent
or similar
$157.33
per day
Compact
VW Gol
or similar
$181.82
per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Economy
Suzuki Jimny
or similar
$188.13
/ per day
Compact Elite
Toyota Corolla
or similar
$189.65
/ per day
Intermediate Elite
Suzuki Grand Vitara
or similar
$221.47
/ per day
Minivan
Suzuki APV Van
or similar
$260.87
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 19:57 on 2023-03-29. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Language
Spanish,
Quechua,
Aymara
Quechua,
Aymara
Currency
BOB
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
591
Average car rental price
$183.12 / per day
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Airport Car Rental
La Paz Airport is also known as El Alto International Airport (LPB) and Aeropuerto Internacional El Alto. Until 1999, the airport’s official name was John F. Kennedy.
Top international routes
- Lima
- Bogota
- Buenos Aires
- Santiago
- Cusco
- Guayaquil
Main airlines
Top domestic routes: Sucre, Uyuni, Santa Cruz, Cobija, Trinidad, Cochabamba
Top arilines: Boliviana de Aviación, TAM – Transporte Aéreo Militar, Amaszonas, EcoJet, Peruvian Airlines, and Avianca Ecuador
Top arilines: Boliviana de Aviación, TAM – Transporte Aéreo Militar, Amaszonas, EcoJet, Peruvian Airlines, and Avianca Ecuador
Terminals
The single airport terminal, divided into international and domestic areas, serves all departures and arrivals.
Arriving at La Paz International Airport
Before booking your tickets to La Paz, Bolivia, check the visa requirements for your country. While most European citizens can enter Bolivia without a visa, all American citizens are required to have a visa to enter the country.
You can get a Bolivian visa at the Bolivian consulate in the United States before your trip, or at the airport on arrival. The Bolivian visa costs $160 USD and has to be paid in cash. It allows holders to stay in the country for up to 90 days per year
Arriving at La Paz International Airport
Before booking your tickets to La Paz, Bolivia, check the visa requirements for your country. While most European citizens can enter Bolivia without a visa, all American citizens are required to have a visa to enter the country.
You can get a Bolivian visa at the Bolivian consulate in the United States before your trip, or at the airport on arrival. The Bolivian visa costs $160 USD and has to be paid in cash. It allows holders to stay in the country for up to 90 days per year
Location
La Paz Airport is in the city of El Alto, a suburb of La Paz, and about 8 km (13 mi) west of the city. Av. 6 de Marzo/Route 1, Autopista Héroes de la Guerra del Chaco/Route 3, Ingreso Calle Potosí, Av. Saavedra, and Calle Paraguay are the main roads connecting the airport to the city.
Most popular types of rental car
- Large cars - from $240 per day
- Medium cars - from $194 per day
- Small cars - from $155 per day
- SUVs - from $275 per day
Car rental desks
Most are outside the arrivals hall. The exact location of your car rental provider's desk will be listed on your Confirmation Voucher.
Services and facilities
You’ll find coffee shops, restaurants serving both international and Bolivian cuisine, as well as a convenience store, a newsstand, a gift shop selling local crafts, and duty-free outlets that are in the international pre-boarding area. There are also ATMs, a currency exchange in the international arrivals area, a first aid center, a pharmacy, pay sleeping cabins, power outlets for mobile device charging, and travel agencies. Unfortunately, the luggage storage service was closed in 2018. Most facilities at the airport are equipped for travelers with reduced mobility. Special help is also available, but you should contact your airline in advance if you’d like assistance, or ask at your airline’s desk at the airport if you’d like a wheelchair.
Nearest gas station
ES San Pablo Villa Bolivar gas station on Avenida Julio Cesar Valdez, near the intersection with Route 1, can be reached in about ten minutes. There are other gas stations near La Paz Airport and on the way to the city.
If you plan to explore areas around La Paz, Bolivia, always keep your gas tank full, and carry plenty of water, as remote areas in the mountains have no gas stations or convenience stores.
La Paz is one of the highest cities in the world, located at an altitude of more than 12,000 feet above sea level. Take a few days to get used to the altitude before continuing your adventures in the country.
If you plan to explore areas around La Paz, Bolivia, always keep your gas tank full, and carry plenty of water, as remote areas in the mountains have no gas stations or convenience stores.
La Paz is one of the highest cities in the world, located at an altitude of more than 12,000 feet above sea level. Take a few days to get used to the altitude before continuing your adventures in the country.
Popular one-way rentals
- Santa Cruz de la Sierra (848 km / 527 mi)
- Cochabamba (374 km / 232 mi)
- Cusco (638 km / 396 mi)
- Iquique (693 km / 430 mi)
- Lima (1,497 km / 930 mi)
- Antofagasta (1,103 km / 685 mi)
Fact checked by:
Daria, The Discovery Nut
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When are car rental prices cheapest at El Alto International Airport?
The cost of renting a car at El Alto International Airport depends on the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best deal.
Average Rental Price at El Alto International Airport
The cheapest time of the year to rent a vehicle at El Alto International Airport is September when prices for an Economy class start from $134.02. You can see that this is < 1% cheaper than the yearly average and < 1% cheaper than renting a car in September (when rental prices start at $134.02 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price. But remember that these are just average numbers. The exact cost of your rental will depend on your rental length and on how far in advance you book the car. Enter your travel dates at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers!
What’s the most frequent rental length at El Alto International Airport?
Travel length differs from one month to another: in September the average rental period is 31 days, while in September, the average rental period is only 31 days.
Average Rental Length
Which is the busiest month for car rental at El Alto International Airport?
Travelers are most likely to rent a car at El Alto International Airport in September, while they are least likely to to rent in in September.
Popularity by Monthly Searches
Car Rental Information
| Popular suppliers | |
| Popular car categories | |
| Lowest price | $127 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Europcar |
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Europcar | Hyundai Accent | 5 | 2 | Large cars |
Car Rental Statistics
Highest rated company
Hertz
8.55 / 10
Lowest rated company
SAAV RENT A CAR
7.92 / 10
Total rental companies
4
Average daily price
$183.12
Lowest daily price
$126.52
Total cars available
20
Top 4 Suppliers at El Alto International Airport in 2023
Hertz
59178981982
Aeropuerto El Alto
Working hours
Mon:08:30-19:00
Tue:08:30-19:00
Wed:08:30-19:00
Thu:08:30-19:00
Fri:08:30-19:00
Sat:09:00-13:00
Sun:09:00-13:00
Europcar
+59122821817
El Alto International Airport, Huascar 204, El Alto
$127 - $411
Working hours
Mon:08:30-12:30; 14:30-19:00
Tue:08:30-12:30; 14:30-19:00
Wed:08:30-12:30; 14:30-19:00
Thu:08:30-12:30; 14:30-19:00
Fri:08:30-12:30; 14:30-19:00
Sat:09:00-13:00; 14:00-18:00
Keddy
+59122821817
Heroes Km7 Office Outside Int Arrivals
Working hours
Mon:08:30-12:30; 14:30-19:00
Tue:08:30-12:30; 14:30-19:00
Wed:08:30-12:30; 14:30-19:00
Thu:08:30-12:30; 14:30-19:00
Fri:08:30-12:30; 14:30-19:00
Sat:09:00-13:00; 14:00-18:00
SAAV RENT A CAR
+59170567635
Heroes Km. 7, El Alto, Bolivia
Working hours
Mon:09:00-19:00
Tue:09:00-19:00
Wed:09:00-19:00
Thu:09:00-19:00
Fri:09:00-19:00
Sat:10:00-12:30
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