El Calafate car hire

On average a car hire in El Calafate costs €233 per day.

The average price of fuel in El Calafate is €4.26 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between €51 and €68, depending on the car size.

Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in El Calafate.

The only car hire company onsite at El Calafate airport is Hertz.

The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from El Calafate airport to off-airport locations is Hertz.

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An Intermediate car hire in El Calafate costs €233 per day, on average.

On average a car hire in El Calafate costs €1,632 per week (€233 per day).

On average a car hire in El Calafate costs €6,996 per month (€233 per day).

When considering an El Calafate car hire, you could opt for an SUV when you are in town with your family or with a group of friends. SUVs are spacious and comfortable and can accommodate many people, plus luggage. When you are alone, you can consider picking up a small car that will make it easier for you to move around and park, in case you are staying in the city. Lastly, for adventure outside the city, you can go for a four-wheel drive.

The speed limit in El Calafate depends on where you are. The limit around the business centres, schools and residential areas is 40 km/h; the speed limit on paved highways is 100 km/h, while the maximum speed limit on the highway is 120 km/h. The normal speed limit in El Calafate is 70 km/h. You should always watch your speed, to avoid being pulled over by the police for overspeeding and to avoid penalties.

There are very few places you can park your car hire in El Calafate. There are free car parks and also paid areas, but for the safety of your car, you should opt for the pay-and-park car parks. For instance, at Pura Vida, you will pay a small fee for secure parking. You can also park in a garage. Since parking space is a problem in El Calafate, make sure you book a hotel that offers parking services to its guests, like Hotel Mirador del Lago. Ensure you are clear with the relevant authorities about the respective parking space you choose before leaving your vehicle.