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Kia Rio
or similar Economy
Manual
5
A/C
4
£19.72
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Hotel Diego De Almagro Alto El Loa, La Paz 1675, 1392427 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
You should go to the Euro Rent a Car service desk located inside the Hotel Diego de Almagro and you will be assisted by an executive
Drop-off information
Downtown
Hotel Diego De Almagro Alto El Loa, La Paz 1675, 1392427 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
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Hyundai Kona
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£30.22
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
Drop-off information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
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Mitsubishi Triton Katana
or similar Standard Regular Cab Pickup
Manual
5
A/C
4
£45.34
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
Drop-off information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
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Subaru Forester
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£51.44
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
Drop-off information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
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Peugeot 208
or similar Economy
Manual
5
A/C
4
£24.41
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
Drop-off information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
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Peugeot 208
or similar Economy
Manual
5
A/C
5
£28.32
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
Drop-off information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
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Kia Sonet
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£30.22
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
Drop-off information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
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Hyundai Kona
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£35.43
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
Drop-off information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
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Kia Sonet
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£35.43
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
Drop-off information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
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Kia Sonet
or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
£53.73
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Calama El Loa Airport (CJC)El Loa Airport
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car hire stations.
Drop-off information
Calama El Loa Airport (CJC)
El Loa Airport
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Mitsubishi Katana
or similar Standard Regular Cab Pickup
Manual
5
A/C
4
£53.97
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
Drop-off information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
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Subaru Forester
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£61.44
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
Drop-off information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
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Peugeot 2008
or similar Intermediate Elite
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£61.54
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Calama El Loa Airport (CJC)
El Loa Airport
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car hire stations.
Drop-off information
Calama El Loa Airport (CJC)
El Loa Airport
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Mitsubishi Triton Katana
or similar Standard Regular Cab Pickup
Manual
5
A/C
4
£66.04
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
Drop-off information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
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Hyundai Tucson
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
£79.12
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Calama El Loa Airport (CJC)
El Loa Airport
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car hire stations.
Drop-off information
Calama El Loa Airport (CJC)
El Loa Airport
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Mazda BT-50
or similar Standard Regular Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£82.85
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
Drop-off information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
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Mazda BT-50
or similar Standard Regular Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
£99.91
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
Drop-off information
Downtown
Almte. J. Latorre 2507, 1394196 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 09:57 on 27/10/26. 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
- One-way Car Hire in Calama
- Car hire prices in Calama
- Top city near Calama
- Top 2 locations near Calama
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in Calama and for how long?
- Car hire information
- Most popular car models of suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: 27 Oct 2026)
- Car Hire Statistics
- Top 10 suppliers in Calama in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
Spanish
Currency
CLP
Drive on
Right-hand side
Dialing code
+56
Average car hire price
£36 per day
Average car hire length
5 days
Speed limit within city centre
50 km/h
or
31 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
100–120 km/h
or
62–75 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.03%
Average petrol price
£1.10 per litre or £4.16 per gallon
Lowest petrol price
£1.07 per litre or £4.05 per gallon
Highest petrol price
£1.14 per litre or £4.32 per gallon
Score
9.6 / 10
One-way Car Hire in Calama
The most popular one-way car hire options for pick up in Calama and drop off in another city include:
- From Calama to Antofagasta - 16 offers from £30.94 per day
- From Calama to Santiago - 16 offers from £50.01 per day
- From Calama to Arica - 14 offers from £40.29 per day
Top city near Calama
- Santiagostarting at £9.59 per day1,226.8 km / 762.3 miles
Top 2 locations near Calama
- Calama El Loa Airportstarting at £27.87 per day2.8 km / 1.74 miles
- Santiago International Airportstarting at £11.66 per day1,224.3 km / 760.74 miles
Map of top car rental locations
A
Calama El Loa Airport (CJC)
10 rental locations
B
Calama (Downtown)
9 rental locations
When to book in Calama and for how long?
In which month is car hire in Calama the most affordable?
According to our data, prices for hiring a car in Calama 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 monthApril | Most expensive month November | ||
| Average price £29 | A good deal £40 | Cheapest supplier Euro Rent a Car Chile | Cheapest car type SUVs |
Average price for hiring a car per day in Calama
£32
£16
£0
£26
in January
Jan
£28
in February
Feb
£28
in March
Mar
£25
in April
Apr
£28
in May
May
£26
in June
Jun
£27
in July
Jul
£27
in August
Aug
£29
in September
Sep
£27
in October
Oct
£29
in November
Nov
£28
in December
Dec
The best month to hire a car in Calama is April (when the average price is £25.34 per day). This is 11% less than the yearly average and 12% less than hiring in November (when the average price is £28.95).
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 Calama?
Given the number of searches made by our customers, the most popular month for hiring a car in Calama is March, and the least popular is August.
Popularity of Car Hire in Calama by Monthly Searches
1.9
0.9
0
1.5 times in January
Jan
1.6 times in February
Feb
1.7 times in March
Mar
1.5 times in April
Apr
0.5 times in May
May
0.4 times in June
Jun
0.4 times in July
Jul
0.3 times in August
Aug
0.4 times in September
Sep
0.9 times in October
Oct
1.2 times in November
Nov
1.5 times in December
Dec
What's the usual period for which people keep their hire cars, on average, in Calama?
Car hire lengths vary from month to month: in June, the average hirer keeps their car for 6 days, and in January, they keep their car for 5 days.
Average number of hire days in Calama
7
3
0
5 days in January
Jan
5 days in February
Feb
5 days in March
Mar
5 days in April
Apr
5 days in May
May
6 days in June
Jun
6 days in July
Jul
6 days in August
Aug
5 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 | 3 |
| ✈️ Airport locations | 1 |
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Mitta Rent A Car, First Rent a Car, Street Rent a Car, SIXT, Avis |
| 🚗 Popular car types | SUVs, medium cars, small cars, large cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | £19 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Euro Rent a Car Chile |
Most popular car models of suppliers
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitta Rent A Car | Hyundai Creta | 5 | SUV |
| First Rent a Car | MG ZS | 5 | SUV |
| Mitta Rent A Car | Toyota Corolla Cross | 5 | SUV |
| First Rent a Car | Chery Tiggo 7 | 5 | SUV |
| First Rent a Car | MG 3 | 5 | Medium car |
| Street Rent a Car | Volkswagen Nivus | 5 | SUV |
| Mitta Rent A Car | Suzuki Swift | 5 | Small car |
| Mitta Rent A Car | Kia Sonet | 5 | SUV |
| SIXT | Mazda CX5 | 5 | SUV |
| Street Rent a Car | Suzuki Swift | 4 | Small car |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: 27 Oct 2026)
Prices are lowest during April, starting at £25 for an Economy car and highest in November, when economy cars start at £29. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month in Calama is March, while the least popular month is August.
Calama hosts: Keddy, First Rent A Car, SIXT, Euro Rent a Car Chile, Europcar, Avis, Mitta Rent A Car, West Rent A Car, Budget, FOX. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Picking up a rental car at Calama El Loa Airport (CJC) is typically 50.32% more expensive than in Calama (Downtown) due to airport surcharges. Offices downtown may have lower base rates. Compare both options when booking, keeping in mind the transport cost of reaching the downtown location.
Yes. One-way drop-offs to the following cities are available: Antofagasta, Santiago, Arica. Fees vary between suppliers, so compare by making sure you search using your desired city for the return location. Prices start from £31 for one-way rentals in Calama
Car Hire Statistics
Highest-rated company
Keddy (rated 9.1 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
FOX (rated 8.1 / 10)
Total number of reviews
5
Total rental companies
10
Average daily price
£36
Lowest daily price
£19
Total cars available
34
Top 10 suppliers in Calama in 2026
Keddy
2 locations
9.1
Excellent
14 ratings
Value for money
8.9
Ease of finding
9.3
Agent helpfulness
8.8
Pick-up speed
9.4
Drop-off speed
9.4
Car cleanliness
9.1
Car condition
9.3
£24–£92
per day
Most popular location
Aeropuerto El Loa, Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
First Rent A Car
2 locations
8.7
Very Good
26 ratings
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
9.1
Agent helpfulness
8.5
Pick-up speed
8.5
Drop-off speed
9.1
Car cleanliness
8.8
Car condition
8.4
Most popular location
Aeropuerto Internacional El Loa, Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
SIXT
2 locations
8.7
Very Good
6 ratings
Value for money
8.6
Ease of finding
8.7
Agent helpfulness
8.8
Pick-up speed
8.5
Drop-off speed
8.7
Car cleanliness
8.8
Car condition
8.9
Most popular location
Aeropuerto El Loa, Calama, Chile
Euro Rent a Car Chile
2 locations
8.6
Very Good
Value for money
8.7
Ease of finding
8.4
Agent helpfulness
8.8
Pick-up speed
8.4
Drop-off speed
8.4
Car cleanliness
8.6
Car condition
8.8
£19–£20
per day
Most popular location
Hotel Diego De Almagro Alto El Loa, La Paz 1675, 1392427 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
Europcar
2 locations
8.5
Very Good
9 ratings
Value for money
8.0
Ease of finding
9.0
Agent helpfulness
8.6
Pick-up speed
8.5
Drop-off speed
8.4
Car cleanliness
8.6
Car condition
8.4
£28–£111
per day
Most popular location
Aeropuerto El Loa
Avis
2 locations
8.3
Good
2 ratings
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.1
Agent helpfulness
8.8
Pick-up speed
7.9
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.6
Car condition
8.4
£54–£85
per day
Most popular location
Parque APIAC, Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
Mitta Rent A Car
2 locations
8.3
Good
39 ratings
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
8.9
Agent helpfulness
8.5
Pick-up speed
7.9
Drop-off speed
8.1
Car cleanliness
8.4
Car condition
8.1
Most popular location
Parque Industrial Apiac - Ruta 25 Km 110, Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
West Rent A Car
2 locations
8.3
Good
7 ratings
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.7
Agent helpfulness
8.1
Pick-up speed
7.8
Drop-off speed
8.3
Car cleanliness
8.4
Car condition
8.4
Most popular location
Aeropuerto El Loa Calama Antofagasta Cl, 1390000 Calama, Antofagasta
Budget
2 locations
8.1
Good
Value for money
8.1
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.1
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.1
Car condition
8.2
Most popular location
Parque APIAC, Calama, Antofagasta, Chile
FOX
2 locations
8.1
Good
Value for money
8.1
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
Juan Jose Latorre 2507
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