El Calafate car rentals from $41/day

On average a rental car in El Calafate costs $78 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in El Calafate found in the last 2 weeks is $58.

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in El Calafate. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

Car rental companies onsite at El Calafate airport include Hertz, FlexWays, Street Rent a Car, Rentacar, Avis, Budget, Localiza and Alamo.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from El Calafate airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Avis, Budget, Localiza, and Alamo.

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An Economy car rental in El Calafate costs $70 per day, on average.

A Full Size car rental in El Calafate costs $86 per day, on average.

A Standard car rental in El Calafate costs $120 per day, on average.

Most car rental providers in El Calafate offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in El Calafate, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

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The needs, planned activities, and preferences affect the type of car you will need in El Calafate. When visiting places like El Chalten, which has rough roads, it's recommended to use SUVs or 4x4 vehicles as they are suitable for off-road trips. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles are suitable during the winter seasons of June to August, as they have better traction and control on slippery surfaces. Sedans offer easy navigation on city streets like Avenida Jorge Newbery and well-maintained roads as they are fuel-efficient, making them ideal for long drives.

El Calafate speed limits are regulated by provincial laws set by the province of Santa Cruz and may vary depending on the type of roads and specific area. Urban areas within the town of El Calafate have a speed limit of 40 km/h (approximately 25 mph) to ensure the safety of all road users. The speed limit of roads connecting to rural areas like Ruta Provincial 15 (RP15) is 60 km/h (approximately 37 mph). The speed limit is subject to change depending on specific road conditions like construction zones or maintenance.

El Calafate offers parking options for easy access to shops, the town center, and restaurants. The train station public parking lot on Bow Avenue offers a free parking, with charges applicable after 9 hours. Street parking in the town center is provided for short-term parking, which operates on a pay–and–display system with charges of approximately 40 ARS (0.15 USD) per hour. The most popular payment method is using coins for the parking meters or kiosks that accept cash; some parking meters offer card payments.