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Pick-up location | San Salvador |
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Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Pickup truck, Premium SUV, Standard SUV |
Rental locations | 22 |
Airport locations | 6 |
Popular agencies | Avis, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National |
Economy | $15/day |
Compact | $19/day |
Intermediate | $26/day |
Full-size | $26/day |
Full-size SUV | $30/day |
Pickup truck | $44/day |
Premium SUV | $35/day |
Intermediate SUV | $31/day |
Compact SUV | $37/day |
Standard SUV | $56/day |
The type of car visitors choose for their trip depends entirely on the purpose of the visit and the group's size. However, San Salvador is known for its traffic, and therefore, we recommend smaller vehicles for whatever your group size. The smaller the car, the easier it will be to weave in and out of traffic, and you will have less stress from any congestion on the roads. Whatever the reason for your visit, look for a smaller vehicle to meet your needs.
Drivers can trust that in El Salvador, the speed limits will be roughly 25 to 35mph in the city and 55 to 70mph on the major roadways and freeways. However, drivers should be aware that El Salvador uses the metric system, and speed limits will be in kilometers per hour. The most common speed limits will be around 40km/h and 90km/h, roughly 25 and 55mph, respectively.
Parking in San Salvador can be a challenge. You should plan where you will be able to park your vehicle ahead of time. Many locations provide parking, including hotels, restaurants, and tourist attractions. San Salvador also offers several parking garages throughout the city, like the Torre Futura Parking and Parqueo San Jose Centro. These parking garages will charge a small fee to store your vehicle.
On average a rental car in San Salvador costs $40 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 San Salvador found in the last 2 weeks is $26.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Alamo ($15/day), Avis ($18/day) and National ($21/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Alamo Edificio Sunset Plaza L10/13 11111 (2 miles from city center).
Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in San Salvador. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.
The average gas price in San Salvador is $4.69 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $56 and $75, depending on the car size.
Full-size (Mitsubishi L200/Triton or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in San Salvador.
Car rental companies onsite at El Salvador Intl airport include Alamo, FlexWays, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
A Full Size car rental in San Salvador costs $58 per day, on average.
An Economy car rental in San Salvador costs $20 per day, on average.
A Standard car rental in San Salvador costs $69 per day, on average.
In San Salvador, cars are most frequently rented at Budget C El Mirador Y 85a Av Nte 648 (2 miles from city center).
On average a rental car in San Salvador costs $279 per week ($40 per day).
On average a rental car in San Salvador costs $1,195 per month ($40 per day).
Most car rental providers in San Salvador offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in San Salvador, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 10 car rental agencies in San Salvador.
Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in San Salvador so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
With your cheap car rentals in San Salvador, traveling from SAL to the city center is more convenient if you use the modern four-lane motorway. You will take about 30min to cover the 26 miles journey from the airport to San Salvador city center.
You will be able to rent your preferred car from Enterprise, Budget, Avis, or other San Salvador car rentals at Estación FENADESAL El Rosario, which is the main train station in the city. The presence of car rental offices at this station offers enhanced convenience to travelers arriving in the city by train.
4 locations in San Salvador
Locations in San Salvador
Blvd Del Hipodromo
+503 2367 8015
Edificio Sunset Plaza L10 13
+503 2367 8015
El Salvador Intl Airport
+503 2367 8015
El Salvador San Salvador
+503 2367 8015
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2.0 Poor
Dec 2018
Pros:
Nothing! Worst experience everCons:
Rep tried forcing me to buy insurance after telling her that my credit card cover insurance. After going back and forth and I finally agreed to buy insurance cause I just wanted to get it over with. The rep refused to rent me the car afterwards. On top of that, they did not have the car I had reserve wich was a minivan. Whats the point of making a reservation if you’re not going to have the car you specifically reserved? Will never ever bother with national. And will not recommended to anyone.3 locations in San Salvador
Locations in San Salvador
Blvd Del Hipodromo
+503 2367 8000
Edificio Sunset Plaza L10/13
+503 2367 8000
El Salvador Intl Airport
+503 2367 8000
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10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2020
Pros:
Friendly staff.Cons:
Better disclosure regarding required coverage. Would have also rented a vehicle with more horse power given that I explored way outside of the city.3.6 Poor
May 2019
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The rental service not being so greedy10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2018
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Excellent job10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2018
Pros:
The car was very comfortable and the service was excellentCons:
Nothing2.0 Poor
Apr 2018
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The day was supposed take the car they wasn’t even open bad service and irresponsible company!2.0 Poor
Feb 2018
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N/ACons:
Alamo did not honor the vehicle level i had reserved. I reserved a Kia Rio or equivalent and when i got there i was offered a Kia Picanto an told me that they were the same level. Defínete Kia Picanto is a smaller vehicle. They told me that if i wanted a Kia Rio i had to pay an upgrade. My reservation clearly said Kia Rio and i show my reservation. I didn’t pick up my vehicle and had to rent a vehicle with another agency. It was a very bad experience and had to spend more than what i had planned. I saw other custommers having the same issues, not a good practice.2 locations in San Salvador
Locations in San Salvador
Av Larevolucion,col San Benito
+503 2259 5403
C El Mirador Y 85a Av Nte 648
+503 2259 5400
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2024
8.8 Very good
Feb 2020
Pros:
Staff was very friendly and thorough in inspecting the car, telling us where the emergency equipment was, fluids in the car, etc.Cons:
The security deposit was really high at $1600, likely because it was in a different country and a bigger vehicle. I was also not allowed to decline the insurance. There was a mandatory insurance of $13.99/day. The other option that coverage everything was $32/day.10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2019
Pros:
Quick way to make the reservation in my country. I had an emergency need to rent a car and I was surprised it was better experience than expectedCons:
Provide mobile tools for the reception of the car once delivered2.0 Poor
Jan 2019
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FAKE ADVERTISEMENT!.8.8 Very good
Jan 2017
Cons:
Budget added an additional $15 per day insurance fee that was not stated in the reservation.2.0 Poor
Dec 2016
Pros:
They could pull up my reservation.Cons:
Would not honor reservation No car available I requested Price was $200 higher than reservation He suggested I go to someone elst. Lost my $45 deposit4 locations in San Salvador
Locations in San Salvador
Bulevard Del Hipodromo
+503 2367 8099
Calle La Mascota Y Avenida
+503 2367 8099
El Salvador Intl Airport
+503 2367 8099
El Salvador, San Salvador
+503 2367 8099
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10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2021
Cons:
Waiting area could have more seatings4.4 Mediocre
Apr 2019
Pros:
I just liked the staff was available and ready on time both during pick up and drop off.Cons:
The car they gave me was a Hyundai smal car with mechanic transmission. Very uncomfortable and small. I understand economic cars are economic but this was extremely below the economic average.2.0 Poor
Feb 2023
2.0 Poor
Feb 2022
2.0 Poor
Nov 2021
One location in San Salvador
Locations in San Salvador
43 Ave Sur No. 127
+503 2500 2847
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2.0 Poor
Mar 2024
6.0 Okay
Mar 2021
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Everyone was amazing at the store, service was great and they even picked-up my car without any additional fee since I was feeling sick and couldn't drive the car there.Cons:
Car was in really poor shape, locks didn't work correctly. Could hardly get out of the passengers side, it took about 4-5 tries every time to open the door. Dangerous if we had ever gotten into an accident.2.0 Poor
Jun 2023
2.0 Poor
Feb 2023
1.9 Poor
Aug 2021
2 locations in San Salvador
Locations in San Salvador
Apto. Internacional
+503 2339 8004
Centro Comercial La Joya
+503 2264 2826
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2.0 Poor
Nov 2021
5.2 Fair
Dec 2016
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once i got to the counter they wont accept the insurance I got online. Had to pay a new one... they claimed that they dont work with Allianz Global Assistance. crooks2.0 Poor
Sep 2016
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they did not have a car available for me and had to go to another agency to rentCons:
did not a vehicle for me1.9 Poor
Jul 2021
One location in San Salvador
Locations in San Salvador
Esq.de La 91 Ave. Nte 9 Calle
+503 2264 2818
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One location in San Salvador
Locations in San Salvador
Terminal de Salida de Pasajeros
+503 2339 9661
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2 locations in San Salvador
Locations in San Salvador
Calle Los Eucaliptos 10
+54 9 11 5259 9877
El Salvador International Airport
+54 9 11 5259 9877
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2 locations in San Salvador
Locations in San Salvador
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