Car Rental in Puerto Vallarta

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Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Puerto Vallarta Airport Car Rental
Mini
Chevrolet Beat or similar
Chevrolet Beat
  • 5
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Europcar
$26.17 per day
Puerto Vallarta Airport Car Rental
Economy
Kia Rio or similar
Kia Rio
  • 5
  • 1
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
MEX RENT A CAR
$32.00 per day
Puerto Vallarta Airport Car Rental
Compact
Nissan March or similar
Nissan March
  • 4
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Thrifty
$45.80 per day
Puerto Vallarta Airport Car Rental
Intermediate
Chevrolet Aveo or similar
Chevrolet Aveo
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Firefly
$45.82 per day

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Puerto Vallarta Airport Car Rental
Standard
Volkswagen Vento or similar
Volkswagen Vento
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Dollar
$47.01 / per day
Puerto Vallarta Airport Car Rental
Full-size
Chevrolet Cavalier or similar
Chevrolet Cavalier
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Hertz
$48.87 / per day
Puerto Vallarta Airport Car Rental
Premium
Nissan Altima or similar
Nissan Altima
  • 5
  • 4
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Alamo
$62.89 / per day
Puerto Vallarta Zona Hotelera Car Rental
Full-size Elite
Nissan Sentra or similar
Nissan Sentra
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Avis
$75.48 / per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 22:24 on 2023-05-29. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information

Language
Spanish,
Mayan
Currency
MXN
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+52
Average car rental price
$48.01 / per day
Average car rental length
8 days
Speed limit within town
30 - 50 km/h
19 - 31 mph
Speed limit out of town
80 - 120 km/h
50 - 75 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Rating
9.7
Average gasoline price
$1.32 per liter
Highest gasoline price
$1.36 per liter
Lowest gasoline price
$1.28 per liter

One-Way Car Rentals in Puerto Vallarta

The most popular one-way rental options for pick up in Puerto Vallarta and drop off in another city include:

  • From Puerto Vallarta to Mexico City - 72 offers from $51.00 per day

What travel writers say

We strolled through town to find Playa Manzanilla, where we were told all the locals hang out. This is definitely a hidden gem area not far from Bucerias. The beach was beautiful, with soft sand and shallow water with minimal waves, so it was perfect for all the kids who were there. Since it was Sunday, it was extremely busy, so we didn’t stay long. I would love to come back on a weekday morning though. There are a few beach bars here with great prices, too.
AW
Aly Watson
I’m not an ‘influencer.’ I’m a real person who loves to plan, has a knack for finding hidden gems and enjoys living in the moment and not living for fake internet likes.
This gorgeous beach city is quickly becoming a hub for digital nomads and travelers alike, offering amazing weather, gorgeous beaches, and fantastic nightlife. Puerto Vallarta is also a perfect place to visit if you love outdoor adventure. The city is surrounded by Banderas Bay, so there are endless opportunities for water sports and fun day trips to nearby islands. It’s also one of the best places for whale watching in Mexico! Additionally, there are incredible hiking trails with the Sierra Madre Mountains right behind the city.
JF
Jessie Festa
I’m Jessie, and I belive that life is a journey.
Puerto Vallarta is probably one of the most diverse places in Mexico. There are jungles, mountains, beaches, clubs, galleries, boutiques, resorts… Puerto Vallarta is a hodgepodge of all the best vacation destinations rolled into one. I’ve been living in Mexico for about a year now, hopping to a new city every month, and Puerto Vallarta remains one of my absolute favorite places because there’s just SO MUCH to do.
DAD
Dan and Di
We started traveling when we graduated from college in 2014 and… never really stopped. Because of our long-distance relationship, we had never lived in the same city together. So, we did what any couple would do and moved to Abu Dhabi.

Top 20 Cities near Puerto Vallarta

  1. Manzanillo Car Rentals from $36.12 per day
    185.3 km / 115.1 miles away
  2. Guadalajara Car Rentals from $17.42 per day
    203.1 km / 126.2 miles away
  3. Colima Car Rentals from $45.80 per day
    234.2 km / 145.5 miles away
  4. Mazatlan Car Rentals from $43.99 per day
    295.4 km / 183.6 miles away
  5. Aguascalientes Car Rentals from $39.43 per day
    324.7 km / 201.8 miles away
  6. Zacatecas Car Rentals from $36.71 per day
    362.4 km / 225.2 miles away
  7. Durango Car Rentals from $38.53 per day
    390.5 km / 242.6 miles away
  8. Leon Car Rentals from $15.65 per day
    393.5 km / 244.5 miles away
  9. Morelia Car Rentals from $36.71 per day
    450.3 km / 279.8 miles away
  10. San Luis Potosi Car Rentals from $37.00 per day
    480.0 km / 298.3 miles away
  11. Culiacan Car Rentals from $31.47 per day
    508.0 km / 315.7 miles away
  12. Ixtapa Car Rentals from $44.96 per day
    524.7 km / 326.0 miles away
  13. Queretaro Car Rentals from $27.07 per day
    526.9 km / 327.4 miles away
  14. San Jose del Cabo Car Rentals from $23.46 per day
    536.0 km / 333.1 miles away
  15. La Paz Car Rentals from $26.12 per day
    647.0 km / 402.0 miles away
  16. Mexico City Car Rentals from $29.12 per day
    660.1 km / 410.2 miles away
  17. Acapulco Car Rentals from $45.80 per day
    724.1 km / 449.9 miles away
  18. Puebla Car Rentals from $45.80 per day
    738.8 km / 459.1 miles away
  19. Monterrey Car Rentals from $24.49 per day
    772.8 km / 480.2 miles away
  20. Tampico Car Rentals from $39.14 per day
    784.8 km / 487.7 miles away

Top 20 Locations near Puerto Vallarta

  1. Puerto Vallarta Airport Car Rentals from $26.17 per day
  2. Manzanillo Airport Car Rentals from $36.12 per day
    185.3 km / 115.1 miles away
  3. Guadalajara Int. Airport Car Rentals from $17.42 per day
    203.1 km / 126.2 miles away
  4. Colima Airport Car Rentals from $45.80 per day
    234.2 km / 145.5 miles away
  5. Aguascalientes Airport Car Rentals from $39.43 per day
    324.7 km / 201.8 miles away
  6. Zacatecas International Airport Car Rentals from $36.71 per day
    362.4 km / 225.2 miles away
  7. General Guadalupe Victoria International Airport Car Rentals from $38.53 per day
    390.5 km / 242.6 miles away
  8. San Luis Potosi International Airport Car Rentals from $45.80 per day
    480.0 km / 298.3 miles away
  9. Culiacan Airport Car Rentals from $31.47 per day
    508.0 km / 315.7 miles away
  10. Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport Car Rentals from $44.96 per day
    524.7 km / 326.0 miles away
  11. Queretaro Airport Car Rentals from $27.07 per day
    526.9 km / 327.4 miles away
  12. Los Cabos Int. Airport Car Rentals from $23.46 per day
    536.0 km / 333.1 miles away
  13. La Paz Airport Car Rentals from $26.17 per day
    647.0 km / 402.0 miles away
  14. Mexico Penon de los Banos Car Rentals from $37.08 per day
    658.6 km / 409.2 miles away
  15. Felipe Angeles International Airport(NLU) Car Rentals from $38.55 per day
    659.6 km / 409.9 miles away
  16. Benito Juarez International Airport Car Rentals from $29.12 per day
    660.1 km / 410.2 miles away
  17. Acapulco Airport Car Rentals from $45.80 per day
    724.1 km / 449.9 miles away
  18. Puebla International Airport Car Rentals from $45.80 per day
    738.8 km / 459.1 miles away
  19. Monterrey Airport Car Rentals from $24.49 per day
    772.8 km / 480.2 miles away
  20. Loreto Airport Car Rentals from $30.90 per day
    858.1 km / 533.2 miles away

Map of Car Rental Locations

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Puerto Vallarta?

Car rental prices in Puerto Vallarta vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Average rental costs per day in Puerto Vallarta
$39.89
January
$36.10
February
$34.90
March
$34.55
April
$31.58
May
$33.76
June
$34.90
July
$39.76
August
$39.80
September
$31.82
October
$41.47
November
$59.95
December
The cheapest month to rent a car in Puerto Vallarta is May (when prices average $31.58 per day). This is 17% cheaper than the yearly average and 47% cheaper than renting in December (when prices average $59.95).

This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

What’s the usual rental length in Puerto Vallarta?

How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in January, the average renter keeps their car for 8 days, and in July, they keep their car for 6 days.
Average rental length in Puerto Vallarta
8
January
8
February
8
March
8
April
7
May
7
June
6
July
7
August
8
September
8
October
7
November
8
December

What's the most popular month to rent a car in Puerto Vallarta?

Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Puerto Vallarta is February, and the least popular is September.
Monthly searches in Puerto Vallarta by pick-up date relative to the average
157%
January
190%
February
175%
March
150%
April
78%
May
34%
June
36%
July
29%
August
25%
September
32%
October
134%
November
159%
December

Car Rental Information

Car rental locations 4
Airport locations 1
Popular suppliers MEX RENT A CAR, Economy rent a car, SIXT, Dollar, Thrifty
Popular car categories Large cars, Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs
Lowest price $26 per day
Cheapest supplier Europcar

Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers

Rental Supplier Model Doors Luggage Type
MEX RENT A CAR Volkswagen Polo 4 1 Small cars
MEX RENT A CAR Kia Forte 4 3 Large cars
MEX RENT A CAR Volkswagen Vento 4 2 Medium cars
MEX RENT A CAR Kia Rio 4 1 Small cars
Economy rent a car VW Gol 4 1 Small cars
Economy rent a car Volkswagen Vento 4 2 Large cars
Economy rent a car Renault Scala 4 2 Large cars
SIXT Chevrolet Aveo Aut. 4 2 Medium cars
Economy rent a car Renault Duster 5 2 SUVs
MEX RENT A CAR Nissan Versa 4 2 Large cars

Our Customers' Reviews

Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.

Canada
Nissan Versa
December 27, 2022
One of our party is legally blind so the vehicle made it easier for her to travel.
Canada
VW Polo
October 18, 2022
Very easy going and reasonable rate. Agents are very good and will take care you fast.

Car Rental Statistics

Highest rated company
Enterprise
8.7 / 10
Lowest rated company
Routes Car Rental
5.5 / 10
Total number of reviews
6
Total rental companies
15
Average daily price
$48.01
Lowest daily price
$5.76
Total cars available
255

Top 15 Suppliers in Puerto Vallarta in 2023

Enterprise
Enterprise
Excellent 8.7 / 1 reviews
1 location
$77 - $244
Avis
Avis
Excellent 8.6 / 1 reviews
2 locations
Alamo
Alamo
Excellent 8.4 / 2 reviews
2 locations
$51 - $74
SIXT
SIXT
Excellent 8.4 / 20 reviews
1 location
$49 - $183
National
National
Excellent 8.3 / 1 reviews
2 locations
$73 - $239
Europcar
Europcar
Very good 7.9 / 1 reviews
1 location
$26 - $360
Budget
Budget
Very good 7.8 / 3 reviews
2 locations
$56 - $62
Flexways
Flexways
Very good 7.5 / 2 reviews
2 locations
$50 - $67
Hertz
Hertz
Very good 7.5 / 1 reviews
1 location
MEX RENT A CAR
MEX RENT A CAR
Very good 7 / 112 reviews
1 location
$31 - $67
Thrifty
Thrifty
Good 6.9 / 10 reviews
1 location
$46 - $133
Dollar
Dollar
Good 6.8 / 9 reviews
1 location
Firefly
Firefly
Good 6.3 / 12 reviews
1 location
$46 - $127
Economy rent a car
Economy rent a car
Good 6 / 30 reviews
1 location
$59 - $71
Routes Car Rental
Routes Car Rental
Acceptable 5.5 / 29 reviews
1 location
$55 - $83

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