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Cheapflights insights for Playa del Carmen car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Playa del Carmen, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Playa del Carmen?

Book your car hire in Playa del Carmen 86 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 162,101/day on average when booked 86 days ahead, which saves you 1,062,851% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Playa del Carmen?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Playa del Carmen is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.4/10). Avis (rated 6.2/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Playa del Carmen?

Planning to hire a car in Playa del Carmen? September is the cheapest month, costing about Rp 162,101 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of Rp 567,353. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

Rp 259,361

February

Rp 210,731

March

Rp 226,941

April

Rp 275,571

May

Rp 210,731

June

Rp 178,311

July

Rp 243,151

August

Rp 226,941

September

Rp 162,101

October

Rp 178,311

November

Rp 226,941

December

Rp 567,353

What car do most people hire in Playa del Carmen?

Standard cars (Nissan Sentra or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Playa del Carmen. Passenger van cars (Class Oversize Van or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Nissan Versa or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Playa del Carmen?

Avis has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Playa del Carmen at 8.

Top rental agencies in Playa del Carmen

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Playa del Carmen known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Playa del Carmen. Reviews were last updated on 14 July 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Playa del Carmen, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis and America Car Rental. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.6

Avis

6.2
Okay
4 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.0

America Car Rental

4.6
Mediocre
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

6.0

MEXRENTACAR

4.0
Mediocre
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.3

Comfort

4.3

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

3.6

Value

4.3

Payless

3.6
Poor
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3.2

Comfort

4.4

Overall

3.6

Pick-up/drop-off

3.6

Value

3.6

Budget

3.6
Poor
7 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.5

Comfort

4.4

Overall

3.6

Pick-up/drop-off

3.6

Value

3.8

National

3.4
Poor
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.2

Comfort

4.4

Overall

3.4

Pick-up/drop-off

4.2

Value

4.2

Europcar

3.3
Poor
19 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.2

Comfort

4.6

Overall

3.3

Pick-up/drop-off

3.6

Value

3.5

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Playa del Carmen, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 July 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month in Playa del Carmen?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Playa del Carmen for a month is certainly possible.

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