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Cheap Car Rentals in Nicaragua

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How far in advance should I hire a car in Nicaragua?

For the best savings on car hire in Nicaragua, make your reservation 37 days before pickup. The average price then is just $41/day – about 26% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Nicaragua?

Planning to hire a car in Nicaragua? October is the cheapest month, costing about $38 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $71. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$48

February

$53

March

$49

April

$57

May

$61

June

$49

July

$56

August

$59

September

$44

October

$38

November

$49

December

$71

What car do most people hire in Nicaragua?

SUV cars (Class Compact SUV, for example) are the most popular in Nicaragua. Standard (Toyota Corolla) and Compact (Class Compact SUV) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Nicaragua.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Nicaragua?

Both Dollar and Thrifty have 13 locations in Nicaragua, more than any other rental company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Nicaragua

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Nicaragua known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Nicaragua. Reviews were last updated on 11 June 2025.

National

6 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

7.7
Good
3 reviews•12 locations
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.0

Alamo

7.6
Good
11 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.4

Hertz

7.0
Good
2 reviews•11 locations
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Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Ace

7.0
Good
4 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.0

Dollar

6.4
Okay
4 reviews•13 locations
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Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5 locations
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Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Thrifty

5.5
Fair
3 reviews•13 locations
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Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

5.7

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.7

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Nicaragua, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 June 2025.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Nicaragua?

    Cars travel on the right side of the road in Nicaragua.

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