Cheapflights insights for Nicaragua car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Nicaragua, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Nicaragua?
Book your car hire in Nicaragua 37 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 104/day on average when booked 37 days ahead, which saves you 226% off the usual average price.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Nicaragua?
Planning to hire a car in Nicaragua? October is the cheapest month, costing about RM 97 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 181. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
RM 122
February
RM 135
March
RM 125
April
RM 145
May
RM 155
June
RM 125
July
RM 143
August
RM 151
September
RM 113
October
RM 97
November
RM 126
December
RM 181
What car do most people hire in Nicaragua?
Standard cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Nicaragua. Compact cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Toyota Land Cruiser or similar).
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.
Top rental agencies in Nicaragua
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Nicaragua known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Nicaragua. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
National
Overview
Cleanliness
Comfort
Overall
Pick-up/drop-off
Value
Budget
Overview
Cleanliness
Comfort
Overall
Pick-up/drop-off
Value
Alamo
Overview
Cleanliness
Comfort
Overall
Pick-up/drop-off
Value
Hertz
Overview
Cleanliness
Comfort
Overall
Pick-up/drop-off
Value
Ace
Overview
Cleanliness
Comfort
Overall
Pick-up/drop-off
Value
Dollar
Overview
Cleanliness
Comfort
Overall
Pick-up/drop-off
Value
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Overview
Cleanliness
Comfort
Overall
Pick-up/drop-off
Value
Thrifty
Overview
Cleanliness
Comfort
Overall
Pick-up/drop-off
Value
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Nicaragua, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
What side of the road do you drive on in Nicaragua?
In Nicaragua, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.