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Renault Sandero
or similar Economy
Manual
5
A/C
5
€72.23
per day
Free cancellation
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Pick-up information
El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola De El Calafate, Estancia Quien Sabe, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
A representative will be waiting for you at the office.
Drop-off information
El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola De El Calafate, Estancia Quien Sabe, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
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Toyota Etios
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
5
€102.64
per day
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Pick-up information
El Calafate Airport (FTE)
El Calafate Airport, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
Upon arrival at El Calafate Airport, go to Counter number 03 of the arrivals sector inside the airport where the representative will be waiting for you. If you have any questions or need help, contact +54 9 11 6751-8989.
Drop-off information
El Calafate Airport (FTE)
El Calafate Airport, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
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Renault Logan
or similar Intermediate
Manual
5
A/C
4
€80.74
per day
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El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola De El Calafate, Estancia Quien Sabe, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
A representative will be waiting for you at the office.
Drop-off information
El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola De El Calafate, Estancia Quien Sabe, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
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Jeep Renegade
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
€123.28
per day
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El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola De El Calafate, Estancia Quien Sabe, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
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Drop-off information
El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola De El Calafate, Estancia Quien Sabe, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
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Renault Duster
or similar Standard SUV
Manual
5
A/C
5
€135.56
per day
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El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola De El Calafate, Estancia Quien Sabe, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
A representative will be waiting for you at the office.
Drop-off information
El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola De El Calafate, Estancia Quien Sabe, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
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Renault Alaskan
or similar Full-size Extended Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
No A/C
4
€160.76
per day
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El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Aeropuerto El Calafate, El Calafate
To coordinate your pick-up please call 0054 92 966 567 734. Indicate the flight number. Go to the Street counter to collect your vehicle and secure the warranty.
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El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Aeropuerto El Calafate, El Calafate
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Toyota Hilux DC
or similar Full-size Extended Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
€217.80
per day
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El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola De El Calafate, Estancia Quien Sabe, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
A representative will be waiting for you at the office.
Drop-off information
El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola De El Calafate, Estancia Quien Sabe, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
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Toyota Fortuner
or similar Full-size SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
€304.75
per day
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El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola De El Calafate, Estancia Quien Sabe, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
A representative will be waiting for you at the office.
Drop-off information
El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola De El Calafate, Estancia Quien Sabe, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 22:34 on 03/11/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest Car Hire Rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 3 cities near El Calafate
- Top 3 locations near El Calafate
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in El Calafate and for how long?
- Car hire information
- Most popular car models of suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: 3 Nov 2026)
- Car Hire Statistics
- Top 14 suppliers in El Calafate in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
Spanish, Italian, Arabic, German
Currency
ARS
Drive on
Right-hand side
Dialing code
+54
Average car hire price
€105 per day
Average car hire length
5 days
Speed limit within city centre
45–60 km/h
or
28–37 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
80–130 km/h
or
50–81 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Score
9.8 / 10
Top 3 cities near El Calafate
- Trelewstarting at €47.85 per day948.3 km / 589.25 miles
- Mendozastarting at €23.79 per day1,960 km / 1,217.89 miles
- Buenos Airesstarting at €22.87 per day2,081 km / 1,293.07 miles
Top 3 locations near El Calafate
- Trelew Airportstarting at €47.85 per day954 km / 592.79 miles
- Mendoza Airportstarting at €23.79 per day1,967.3 km / 1,222.42 miles
- Buenos Aires Airport Ezeizastarting at €37.46 per day2,051.8 km / 1,274.93 miles
Map of top car rental locations
A
El Calafate Airport (FTE)
14 rental locations
B
El Calafate (Downtown)
5 rental locations
When to book in El Calafate and for how long?
In which month is car hire in El Calafate the most affordable?
According to our data, prices for hiring a car in El Calafate fluctuate depending on the time of year. This graph displays the average hire prices in each month in order to help you find the best bargain.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthJuly | Most expensive month December | ||
| Average price €80 | A good deal €92 | Cheapest supplier Summit Rent A Car | Cheapest car type Small cars |
Average price for hiring a car per day in El Calafate
€113
€57
€0
€95
in January
Jan
€93
in February
Feb
€79
in March
Mar
€62
in April
Apr
€51
in May
May
€42
in June
Jun
€38
in July
Jul
€46
in August
Aug
€54
in September
Sep
€63
in October
Oct
€89
in November
Nov
€103
in December
Dec
The best month to hire a car in El Calafate is July (when the average price is €38.44 per day). This is 52% less than the yearly average and 63% less than hiring in December (when the average price is €103.01).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your car hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for, and how much in advance you book. Simply select your dates in the form at the top of the page to find out the exact prices.
What is the most favoured month for hiring a car in El Calafate?
Given the number of searches made by our customers, the most popular month for hiring a car in El Calafate is November, and the least popular is July.
Popularity of Car Hire in El Calafate by Monthly Searches
2.6
1.3
0
1.8 times in January
Jan
1.6 times in February
Feb
1.4 times in March
Mar
0.9 times in April
Apr
0.3 times in May
May
0.1 times in June
Jun
Jul
Aug
0.3 times in September
Sep
0.9 times in October
Oct
2.4 times in November
Nov
2.2 times in December
Dec
What's the usual period for which people keep their hire cars, on average, in El Calafate?
Car hire lengths vary from month to month: in July, the average hirer keeps their car for 6 days, and in August, they keep their car for 3 days.
Average number of hire days in El Calafate
7
3
0
5 days in January
Jan
5 days in February
Feb
4 days in March
Mar
5 days in April
Apr
5 days in May
May
4 days in June
Jun
6 days in July
Jul
3 days in August
Aug
4 days in September
Sep
5 days in October
Oct
5 days in November
Nov
5 days in December
Dec
Car hire information
| 📍 Car hire locations | 2 |
| ✈️ Airport locations | 1 |
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Rent A Car Argentina, Flexways, Hertz, SIXT, Street Rent a Car |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Large cars, medium cars, small cars, SUVs |
| 🤑 Lowest price | €73 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Summit Rent A Car |
Most popular car models of suppliers
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent A Car Argentina | Volkswagen Gol | 5 | Medium car |
| Rent A Car Argentina | Toyota Etios | 5 | Medium car |
| SIXT | VW Voyage | 4 | Large car |
| Rent A Car Argentina | Renault Kwid | 5 | Small car |
| Flexways | Fiat Cronos | 4 | Large car |
| Hertz | Citroen Basalt | 4 | Large car |
| Hertz | Citroen C3 | 4 | Large car |
| Flexways | Dacia Logan | 5 | Medium car |
| Flexways | Renault Sandero | 5 | Medium car |
| Rent A Car Argentina | Citroen C4 | 5 | Large car |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: 3 Nov 2026)
Prices are lowest during July, starting at €38 for an Economy car and highest in December, when economy cars start at €103. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month in El Calafate is November, while the least popular month is July.
El Calafate hosts: Localiza, SIXT, Enterprise, National, Hertz, Rent A Car Argentina, Keddy, Alamo, FOX, Summit Rent A Car. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Car Hire Statistics
Highest-rated company
Localiza (rated 8.7 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Street Rent a Car (rated 7.8 / 10)
Total number of reviews
10
Total rental companies
14
Average daily price
€105
Lowest daily price
€73
Total cars available
75
Top 14 suppliers in El Calafate in 2026
Localiza
1 location
8.7
Very Good
2 ratings
Value for money
8.7
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
9.1
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.2
Car condition
9.2
€23–€60
per day
Most popular location
Aeropuerto Inter Comandante Armando Tola, .,
SIXT
1 location
8.6
Very Good
24 ratings
Value for money
8.1
Ease of finding
9.3
Agent helpfulness
8.6
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.5
Car cleanliness
9.0
Car condition
8.5
Most popular location
Ruta 11 s/n
Enterprise
2 locations
8.4
Good
Value for money
8.4
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.7
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.6
Car condition
8.6
€106–€345
per day
Most popular location
Ruta 11 Sn, Hall Arrivals Local 3
EL CALAFATE AIRPORT
National
2 locations
8.4
Good
Value for money
8.4
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.8
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.8
Car condition
8.7
€103–€346
per day
Most popular location
Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola de El Calafate, Estancia Quien Sabe, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
Hertz
2 locations
8.3
Good
39 ratings
Value for money
7.7
Ease of finding
8.7
Agent helpfulness
8.3
Pick-up speed
7.6
Drop-off speed
8.6
Car cleanliness
8.5
Car condition
8.3
Most popular location
Av. Del Libertador 1822, El Calafate
Rent A Car Argentina
1 location
8.3
Good
57 ratings
Value for money
7.8
Ease of finding
8.1
Agent helpfulness
8.5
Pick-up speed
8.3
Drop-off speed
8.8
Car cleanliness
8.5
Car condition
8.3
€98–€222
per day
Most popular location
El Calafate Airport, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
Keddy
1 location
8.2
Good
10 ratings
Value for money
7.8
Ease of finding
8.0
Agent helpfulness
8.3
Pick-up speed
8.3
Drop-off speed
8.6
Car cleanliness
8.3
Car condition
8.0
€104–€113
per day
Most popular location
Ruta 11 S/n, Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola
Alamo
2 locations
8.2
Good
Value for money
8.0
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.6
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.4
Car condition
8.3
Most popular location
Ruta 11 s/n, 9405 El Calafate, Santa Cruz
FOX
1 location
8.1
Good
Value for money
8.0
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.1
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.0
Car condition
8.1
Most popular location
Ruta 11 Sn Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola
Summit Rent A Car
1 location
8.1
Good
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.2
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.0
Car condition
8.2
€73–€306
per day
Most popular location
Aeropuerto Internacional Comandante Armando Tola De El Calafate, Estancia Quien Sabe, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
Europcar
1 location
8.0
Good
5 ratings
Value for money
7.3
Ease of finding
8.6
Agent helpfulness
7.6
Pick-up speed
8.3
Drop-off speed
8.5
Car cleanliness
7.9
Car condition
7.5
€125–€136
per day
Most popular location
El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Flexways
2 locations
7.9
Average
50 ratings
Value for money
7.8
Ease of finding
7.5
Agent helpfulness
8.5
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
7.9
Car condition
7.6
€178
per day
Most popular location
Avenida del Libertador N 1174, el calafete
NextCar
1 location
7.8
Average
Value for money
7.5
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.6
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
7.6
Car condition
7.7
Most popular location
El Calafate Airport
Street Rent a Car
1 location
7.8
Average
9 ratings
Value for money
8.0
Ease of finding
6.8
Agent helpfulness
8.3
Pick-up speed
6.9
Drop-off speed
7.7
Car cleanliness
8.6
Car condition
8.4
€81–€89
per day
Most popular location
Aeropuerto El Calafate, El Calafate
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