Car Hire in San Jose
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Juan Santamaria International Airport (San José Airport)
Compact
Hyundai Verna or comparable
€11.27 per day
City Centre
Mini
Chevrolet Beat or comparable
€14.02 per day
City Centre
Economy Elite Monospace
Nissan Versa or comparable
€18.89 per day
Juan Santamaria International Airport (San José Airport)
Intermediate Van
Citroen Berlingo 2WD or comparable
€19.65 per day
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Juan Santamaria International Airport (San José Airport)
Standard
Nissan Versa or comparable
€19.98 per day
Juan Santamaria International Airport (San José Airport)
Economy
Suzuki Celerio or comparable
€22.10 per day
Juan Santamaria International Airport (San José Airport)
Special SUV
Nissan Kicks or comparable
€26.34 per day
Juan Santamaria International Airport (San José Airport)
Full-size
Nissan Sentra or comparable
€40.48 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 21:37 on 24/04/2025. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel information
Languages
Spanish, English, Creole
Currency
CRC
Drive on
Right-hand side
Dialing code
+506
Average car hire price
€22 per day
Average car hire length
12 days
Speed limit within city centre
25 - 50 km/h or 16 - 31 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
60 km/h or 37 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average petrol price
€1.26 per litre or €4.78 per gallon
Lowest petrol price
€1.16 per litre or €4.41 per gallon
Highest petrol price
€1.31 per litre or €4.97 per gallon
One-way Car Hire in San Jose
The most popular one-way car hire options for pick up in San Jose and drop off in another city include:
- From San Jose to Liberia - 294 offers from €45.68 per day
- From San Jose to Puerto Viejo - 41 offers from €79.62 per day
- From San Jose to Limon - 88 offers from €58.06 per day
- From San Jose to Jaco - 68 offers from €58.06 per day
- From San Jose to Guápiles - 23 offers from €58.06 per day
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In which month is car hire in San Jose the most affordable?
According to our data, prices for hiring a car in San Jose 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.
Average price for hiring a car per day in San Jose
The best month to hire a car in San Jose is September (when the average price is €21.61 per day). This is 45% less than the yearly average and 68% less than hiring in December (when the average price is €66.51).
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.
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's the usual period for which people keep their hire cars, on average, in San Jose?
Car hire lengths vary from month to month: in July, the average hirer keeps their car for 14 days, and in May, they keep their car for 10 days.
Average number of hire days in San Jose
What is the most favoured month for hiring a car in San Jose?
Given the number of searches made by our customers, the most popular month for hiring a car in San Jose is December, and the least popular is October.
Popularity of Car Hire in San Jose by Monthly Searches
Car hire information
| Car hire locations | 16 |
| Airport locations | 2 |
| Popular suppliers | AmiGO Rent a Car, Alamo, MEX RENT A CAR, EC Rent a Car, SIXT |
| Popular car categories | SUVs, Small cars, Medium cars, Large cars |
| Lowest price | €11 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | GreenMotion |
Most popular car models of suppliers
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AmiGO Rent a Car | Toyota Yaris | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| MEX RENT A CAR | Hyundai Creta | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
| GreenMotion | Suzuki Vitara | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| MEX RENT A CAR | Suzuki Jimny | 3 | 1 | SUVs |
| AmiGO Rent a Car | Mitsubishi ASX | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| EC Rent a Car | Mitsubishi ASX | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Flexways | Hyundai Tucson | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| AmiGO Rent a Car | Chevrolet Beat | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Dollar | Mitsubishi ASX | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Flexways | Mitsubishi ASX | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
Our customers' reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the 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.
EF
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla Cross
20/03/2025
We loved Arenal National Park and Monteverde for the amazing views and wildlife. Manuel Antonio was a great place to relax and finally the beaches in Osa Peninsula were incredible.
NL
Australia
Toyota Yaris
14/12/2024
I went to Blue Falls in Bajos del Toro. Unfortunately it rained all afternoon and evening so I didn’t get to swim, but the waterfalls were beautiful.
DP
United Kingdom
Hyundai Tucson
09/09/2024
amazing nature in CR. some of the roads are a bit sketchy but it's all part of the adventure.
KS
United Kingdom
Mitsubishi ASX
18/04/2024
We rented a 4x4 car that was essential for our trip around Cosa Rica. Perfect place for a Widlife lovers.
MH
United Kingdom
Toyota Rush
12/01/2024
The car was excellent for commuting to rural areas in Costa Rica such as Guanacaste.
JB
United Kingdom
Suzuki Jimny
19/04/2023
We’ve driven around Costa Rica (couple) so the small 4x4 provided by Payless was just perfect for us.
CM
United Kingdom
Hyundai Grand i10
15/02/2023
Hotels and lodges were very good and the nature tours were brilliant.
PO
United Kingdom
Suzuki Grand Vitara
10/02/2023
Costa Rica is a phenomenal country with lots to offer
PS
United Kingdom
Hyundai Tucson
23/01/2023
enjoyed our trip, went to Atenas, Manual antonio, Punarenus and La fortuna. Went to some nice restaurants in Manual Antonio. Nice day sailing to Tortuga, nice beach, although it seems all about removing cash from you the moment you set foot on the beach. Saw most of the wildlife that we hoped to see 
MS
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4
20/01/2023
ensure you return the car before the specified time. 4x4 car is best for Costa Rica terrain as roads are not good with lots of surface damage and holes.
CP
United Kingdom
Suzuki Jimny
12/01/2023
National park, golf and general sightseeing was exceptional
DJ
United Kingdom
Mitsubishi ASX
08/01/2023
It was amazing, so much to do not enough time. The wildlife and nature is incredible. We will be back.
AB
United Kingdom
Kia Stonic
02/01/2023
3 days near La Fortuna, walking, swimming and relaxing. 5 days on the beach near Punta Arenas, fishing, snorkelling and relaxing. 3 days near Uvita surfing and walking
JB
United Kingdom
Hyundai i10
14/03/2022
Beautiful Costa Rica
AR
United Kingdom
Daihatsu Bego
18/02/2022
Definitely get full cover insurance as the roads are terrible!
NA
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
16/01/2022
Great time in la Fortunate and Monteverdi
Car Hire Statistics
Highest-rated company
Adobe Rent a Car
9.3 / 10
Lowest-rated company
Keddy
5.4 / 10
Total number of reviews
139
Total rental companies
27
Average daily price
€21.59
Lowest daily price
€11.27
Total cars available
1679
Top 27 suppliers in San Jose in 2025
Adobe Rent a Car
3 locations
€23 - €128
GreenMotion
2 locations
€11 - €41
EasyCar
3 locations
€21 - €114
Enterprise
8 locations
€46 - €121
Alamo
11 locations
€40 - €87
National
9 locations
€48 - €116
EC Rent a Car
1 location
€23 - €59
SIXT
2 locations
€17 - €43
Dollar
2 locations
€26 - €84
AmiGO Rent a Car
2 locations
€14 - €93
Flexways
1 location
€22 - €91
MEX RENT A CAR
1 location
€88 - €93
Hertz
1 location
€88 - €93
Payless Car Rental
2 locations
€22 - €54
Jumbo Car
1 location
€22 - €49
RightCars
1 location
€22 - €49
NUCarrentals
1 location
€35 - €73
NextCar
1 location
€60 - €143
FOX
2 locations
€60 - €143
Priceless
1 location
€60 - €143
Routes Car Rental
1 location
€45 - €71
Budget
3 locations
€49 - €80
U-Save
1 location
€42 - €53
Europcar
3 locations
€18 - €193
Ace Rent a car
1 location
€32 - €197
Avis
6 locations
€37 - €105
Keddy
2 locations
€18 - €229
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Travel & Hospitality Awards 2021
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FT 1000: Europe's Fastest Growing Companies - Top 100 Companies 2020
Uzakrota Travel Awards - World’s Leading Car Rental Website 2022
Inc. 5000 Europe - Top 500 Companies 2019
Trustpilot - Top 10 Car Hire Agencies
SimilarWeb - Top 50 Car Hire Websites
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