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Cancún car rentals

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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Cancún

  • Whether exploring the beach, the nature reserve north of Cancún, or the city itself, a hire car can make all your trips easy and convenient. Whether vacationing with your family or on a business trip, make the most out of your time in Cancún and explore everything the city has to offer.
  • Located within Cancún International Airport, renting a car at the hire center is very easy. With big companies like Hertz, Thrifty, or Budget, there will certainly be the right car for you. Shuttle buses bring you from the terminals to the car hire center.
  • When driving through Cancún, make sure to pay extra attention when you are around public transport, as they are known to have their own street rules and may not adhere to what is actually permitted. Speed bumps are also a regular sight in Cancún, so make sure to take it a bit slow.
  • Cancún’s roads can clog up during rush hours, so it is advisable to avoid them if possible. Between 7 and 9 AM and 5 and 7 PM, congestion regularly hits the roads due to the many commuters, and drivers should always plan at least 30 minutes ahead when going to a destination -- and more than 2 hours when going to the airport.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Cancún for ₪49 or less
  • Book your rental car in Cancún at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Standard rental cars in Cancún are around 86% cheaper than other car types, on average

Cancún car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who rented a car in Cancún 
MaxJul 2024
Review the insurance process/policy ahead of booking and consider paying more at rental, you may very well end-up paying less in total.
CameronJun 2024
Get something with a little ground clearance because the roads and parking lots can be rough.
Verified travelerMar 2024
Be ready for hefty deposit when you pick up the vehicle. They took a $900 USD deposit along with $650 USD for insurance for 12 days. But at the end when we brought the vehicle back in good condition they returned the deposit back to our card right away and gave us a free shuttle to the airport.
Verified travelerFeb 2024
Make sure to rent from rental companies that have drop off within the airport area plus clear insurance fees ahead of time
Verified travelerJan 2024
Don't believe a really good deal. Get a few comparative quotes to make sure that the rental prices are roughly the same before making a reservation. Go with a brand name that you know and trust
Verified travelerFeb 2024
Use a reputable car company. Actually read the reviews (don't just go by the shown average score) double check the insurance and credit card hold requirements.
Verified travelerJan 2024
1. Rent your vehicle with a reputable compagny (hertz, europcar, etc.) 2. Be wary of speedbumps and potholes 3. watch out for "retornos"
Verified travelerDec 2023
Do your research thoroughly. Take photos and videos of your car prior to leaving rental spot.
Verified travelerOct 2023
It was a safe and comfortable driving at Cancun roads, the drivers are regular but driven carefully you are safe, be respectful with authorities and you will be in the safe side, traffic hours are not bad.
AsherNov 2023
Be ready for car rental companies giving you beater cars and taking large holds on your CC if you decline their inflated insurance coverages.
Verified travelerJun 2023
Make sure u purchase full coverage i surance for peace of mind
RacquelAug 2023
Try not to rent from rental places that inflate insurance prices. It can be just as cost effective to use shuttles or taxis if you don’t find an affordable rental vehicle depending on your travel plans. Driving in Mexico is fine for drivers who are experienced with driving in busy cities with many cars and assertive drivers.
Verified travelerJun 2023
Book online through a third party. Then find third party insurance if out of country. That way you’re more protected.
CarolynAug 2023
No problems as long as you watch out for Topes. - speed bumps.
Verified travelerMay 2023
Rent from a transparent company that discloses fees and additional charges.

FAQs about renting a car in Cancún

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Cancún?

    What type of car is recommended for driving in Cancún?Your best option is a plain economy car, as they fit into all parking lots, can cruise through the city without taking up too much space, and are less likely to get stolen compared to a luxury BMW or Mercedes. In Mexico, car theft or damage is still fairly common, so also make sure to get insurance with your hire car. Good traction is also something you want to have in your hire car, as road conditions can be challenging in some parts.

  • What’s the speed limit in Cancún?

    Always check the speed limit signs, but general regulations allow between 30 and 70 kph in residential areas (18 to 43 mph), 90 kph in rural, non-residential areas (56 mph) and up to 110 kph on freeways (68 mph).

  • Where are the best places to park in Cancún?

    It is advisable to opt for a hotel with parking included if you are traveling with a hire car, as it will provide a safe parking space. Otherwise, there are public parking lots like the free Playa Caracol, the Estacionamiento, or Playa las Perlas. Public street parking is also available but is limited in the hotel zone, and this designated area is known to be on the safe side.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Cancún?

    On average a rental car in Cancún costs ₪73 per day.

  • How much is gas price in Cancún?

    The average gas price in Cancún is ₪18.21 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between ₪218 and ₪291, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Cancún?

    Standard (Nissan X-Trail or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Cancún.

  • Which car rental companies are at Cancun airport (CUN)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Cancun airport include MEXRENTACAR and Europcar.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Cancun airport (CUN)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Cancun airport to off-airport locations include MEXRENTACAR, and Europcar.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Cancún?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does a Standard car rental cost in Cancún?

    A Standard car rental in Cancún costs ₪46 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Full Size car rental cost in Cancún?

    A Full Size car rental in Cancún costs ₪297 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Cancún?

    A Compact car rental in Cancún costs ₪343 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Cancún?

    In Cancún, cars are most frequently rented at keddy by Europcar Carretera Cancun - Chetumal Km 22- Col.Aeropuerto Internacional (14 km from city center ).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Cancún?

    On average a rental car in Cancún costs ₪514 per week (₪73 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Cancún?

    On average a rental car in Cancún costs ₪2,205 per month (₪73 per day).

Cancún car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Alamo

Best rated

Cleanliness

5.7

Comfort

5.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.2

Value for money

4.7

5 locations in Cancún

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Av Tulum Sm 4 La Quinta Inn

+52 998 884 8427

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Blvd Kukulcan Km 13, La Isla

+52 998 176 8137

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Blvd Kukulcan Km9.5 Condominio

+52 998 883 3621

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Intl And Domestic Arrivals

+52 998 886 0100

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Lot 4 Main Office.

+52 998 886 0101

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8.0 Very good

Cem, Apr 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
The pickup is not at the airport but a 4-5 min shuttle away. The pickup is straightforward, they have enough staff to minimize wait times. They did not have our reserved childseats which made the trip unsafe but we managed. They also try to upsell insurance and other add ons, we stood firm and got what we agreed/paid for minus the carseats. Overall I'd give this experience a 6/10.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
I rent the same time every year with them in Mexico - for an extended amount of time approx 24-30 days, this year it was an additional $1,000 more!!! I had them pull up last years and sure enough it showed it was less. I truly like the convenience of the location and service but to get stuck with double what I typically pay is not worth it. We use to rent from Hertz and there was a lawsuit for inflation I wonder if that’s the case here?

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Their insurance cost was outrageous. Never will I use Alamo again.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Jun 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Car was good

Cons:

Pick up and drop off was very slow, line was long. At drop off they made you wait in the same line to return the car as the people waiting in line to pick up the car. Car return took 30 minutes. Also Kayak did not make Car insurance policies clear, and staff at Alamo were very aggressive at pushing their Insurance options. Their arguments with customers about insurance was one of the things slowing down the pickup/drop off line.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing. They did not have a car even though we booked one. We had to change our entire travel plans because of that. Horrible.

Cons:

Uhm, maybe having a car available when you've booked one?

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Even though we had a reservation, there were no cars available when we arrived. We had to rent from another vendor for a much higher price.

Cons:

Honoring a reservation would have been the right thing to do.

1 out of 33

Avis

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

5.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.3

Value for money

5.4

12 locations in Cancún

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Aeropuerto Intl Cancun

+52 998 886 0221

Monday00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday00:00 - 23:59
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Aquaworld - Zona Hotelera Km 14.5

+52 998 840 7216

Monday08:00 - 17:0015:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:0015:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:0015:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:0015:00 - 18:00
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Blvd Kukulcan Km 14

+52 998 848 9400

Monday15:00 - 18:0008:00 - 17:00
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Saturday08:00 - 17:0015:00 - 18:00
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Blvd Kukulcan Km 16.5

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Blvd Kukulcan Km 8.5

+52 998 848 7600

Monday15:00 - 18:0008:00 - 17:00
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Blvd Kukulcan Km. 12.4

+52 998 883 1436

Monday07:00 - 22:00
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Blvd Kukulkan,km 16.5

+52 998 885 1449

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Carretera Federal Libre 307

+52 998 283 3600

Monday08:00 - 17:0015:00 - 18:00
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Thursday08:00 - 17:0015:00 - 18:00
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Km 16.5 Blvd. Kukulcan

+52 998 885 1449

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Km 4.6 Blvd.Kukulcan

+52 998 883 1436

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Lote 1-03, Manzana 12

+52 998 881 5333

Monday08:00 - 17:0015:00 - 18:00
Tuesday15:00 - 18:0008:00 - 17:00
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Playa Mujeres Rth 7

+52 998 234 0300

Monday08:00 - 17:0015:00 - 18:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Passenger van

KAYAK
We waited more then an hour for the vehicle. Then when we finally recieved it was dirty and smelled really bad. Overall a terrible exprience

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Good

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Passenger van

KAYAK
Nice staffs and good service. I recommend.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Passenger van

KAYAK
The car has a roof cargo carrier butt they'd lost the keys. These carriers use a lot of gas and made it difficult to park some places. And we barely had room for luggage in the car.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Passenger van

KAYAK
Everything about our experience was awful.

2.0 Poor

Dorothy, Oct 2022

KAYAK
The fees charged by Avis for the vehicle were extremely high!! Avis in Mexico needs a better system for explaining the fees and why customers are charged an airport fee, rental phone fee ( which was never mentioned and not used by me), The fee for the small scratch on the vehicle was outrageous.

1 out of 7

Budget

4.3

Cleanliness

4.8

Comfort

4.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.4

Value for money

4.4

6 locations in Cancún

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Av Yaxchilan #160 Colonia Cntr

+52 998 886 0252

Monday07:00 - 22:00
Tuesday07:00 - 22:00
Wednesday07:00 - 22:00
Thursday07:00 - 22:00
Friday07:00 - 22:00
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Sunday07:00 - 22:00

Blvd Kukulkan Km 17

+52 998 884 4549

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Blvd Kululkan Km 13.5 Locl 1-B

+52 998 884 4549

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Calle Sierra Sobre Av Bonampak

+52 998 886 0252

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Carratera Cancun Chetumal Km22

+52 998 478 0014

Monday00:00 - 23:59
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Paseo Kukulcan Km 10.5

+52 998 246 1350

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Economy

KAYAK
This company has a counter on the airport without any personnel. They only have a paper on the counter that said to call a number for a representative assistance, but when you call, no one answer. So this makes everything useless. This Cancun office is the worts I have ever seen from this company.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Standard SUV

KAYAK
The car was in regular condition but drives, the personal was helpful and respectful, the overall was good.

2.0 Poor

Lewis, Oct 2022

KAYAK
Just too much chaos. Hot…no indoor seating, long line and too long to pick up and drop off reservations. 20-30 min at counter for them to process card then drop off to release hold on credit cards etc…CRAZY

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Aug 2022

KAYAK
Beware of the insurance issues. Even if you choose the Collision Damage waiver because your credit card covers it, they will absolutely charge an outrageous deposit if you don't buy there's. That's the deal in Mexico. It's a rip-off which will cost you an extra $20 a day that you won't be able to avoid.

6.0 Okay

Shannon, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was friendly and very helpful.

Cons:

The car radio was broken, and the car was rather low end/ poor quality. It was difficult to pass because the car took a lot of time to accelerate.

4.0 Mediocre

Jonah, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was friendly.

Cons:

The car was terrible. It was completely beat up with significant dents on every panel. The right side mirror did not work. The battery connection was loose and the car didn’t start on multiple occasions. The tires had a slow leak. The car price as quoted should include the mandatory cost of insurance for non Mexicans and not just say it’s extra.

1 out of 14

Europcar

4.0

Cleanliness

5.7

Comfort

5.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.3

Value for money

3.8

14 locations in Cancún

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Av Bonamak Y Cazon

+52 998 892 8952

Opening times not available

Av. Bonampak Y Cazon, Sm 3 L 40 #95

+52 998 892 8952

Opening times not available

Av. Lopez Portillo

+52 998 188 3778

Opening times not available

Blvd Kukulcan Km 14 5 Lote 40 A

+52 998 881 2000

Opening times not available

Blvd Kukulcan Km 20 Zona Hotelera

+52 998 848 7400

Opening times not available

Blvd Kukulcan Km13.5 Zona Hotelera

+52 998 885 0483

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Blvd. Kukulcan Km 13.5, Zona Hotelera, en Marina Blue Ray, Cancún, Quintana Roo.

+52 998 885 0483

Opening times not available

Blvd. Kukulcan Km 9.7, Punta Cancun, Zona Hotelera, Cancún, Q.R.

+52 998 577 3403

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Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 5

+52 998 240 3339

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Boulevard Vialidad Paseo Mujeres

+52 998 227 4179

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Carretera Cancun - Chetumal Km 22

+52 998 886 0063

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Km 12 5 Blvd Kukulcan Lt18

+52 998 891 4200

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Milla De Oro Carretera Federal 307, Km 332 Carretera Playa Del Carmen, Plaza 101 Puerto Morelos Qroo

Opening times not available

Punta Sam Carretera Mza 002

+52 998 227 4179

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