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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Medellín
- If you want to make the most out of your time in Medellin, undoubtedly the best way to do it is to rent a car. There is a plethora of wonderful day trips you can make from the city that will transform your vacation into a trip you will never forget. For instance, the lakeside town of Guatape is just 85 km (53 miles) away and it is worth every kilometer driven.
- Looking to pick up a hire car after your flight to Medellin lands? Travelers with flights landing at José María Córdova International Airport will find the hire car counters on the ground floor of the airport’s main lobby.
- One thing to keep in mind when driving in Medellin (and Colombia in general), is that there is a strict no drinking and driving policy. It is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol content above 0.04% in Colombia, whereas in the United States the legal limit is 0.08%. To put this in perspective for drivers, just two drinks risks you being over the legal limit. So make sure to drive safely and never drink and drive.
- Rush hour traffic in Medellin is not the most severe but it can certainly put a damper on your day if you get caught in the heart of it. Drivers looking to avoid the congestion are best off avoiding the road between 6:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. and from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. As far as traffic goes, the neighborhoods of El Poblado and El Centro are often some of the most congested areas in the city and are best visited during non-peak traffic hours.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Medellín for ₪370 or less
- Book your rental car in Medellín at least 5 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Compact rental cars in Medellín are around 92% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Medellín
What type of car is recommended for driving in Medellín?
Medellin is a modern city with large streets that are all sizes of vehicles will find comfortable and easy to drive on. Additionally, even the parking spaces in the city are large, so families traveling in large cars will have no issues fitting into a spot. It should be noted, however, that in some of the more densely packed neighborhoods the streets can shrink a bit, so larger cars might have to occasionally stop and let other cars pass them.
What’s the speed limit in Medellín?
In residential areas of Medellin the speed limit is 30 km/h (19 mph), while on urban roads the speed limit jumps up to 60 km/h (37 mph). Outside of urban areas the speed limits start out at 80 km/h (50 mph) and on major highways the speed limit goes up to 100 km/h (62 mph)
Where are the best places to park in Medellín?
Parking is plentiful in Medellin so drivers will have their choice of spots. Parking garages are available in the central business district and, once you go further out, streetside parking is widely available. In the downtown area streetside parking can fill up quickly during peak hours of traffic, so plan accordingly.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Medellín?
On average a rental car in Medellín costs ₪408 per day.
How much is gas price in Medellín?
The average gas price in Medellín is ₪13.48 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between ₪162 and ₪216, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Medellín?
Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Medellín.
How can I find car rentals near me in Medellín?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Medellín?
A Compact car rental in Medellín costs ₪15 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Medellín?
An Intermediate car rental in Medellín costs ₪62 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car rental cost in Medellín?
An Economy car rental in Medellín costs ₪87 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Medellín?
In Medellín, cars are most frequently rented at Localiza Carrera 65a #13-157, Loc.14, A.olaya Herrera (2 km from city center ).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Medellín?
On average a rental car in Medellín costs ₪2,858 per week (₪408 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Medellín?
On average a rental car in Medellín costs ₪12,249 per month (₪408 per day).
Medellín car rental reviews and directory
Localiza
10.0
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2 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
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10.0
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10.0
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10.0
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2022
Avis
7.4
Good
16 reviewsCleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.0
Value for money
7.0
2 locations in Medellín
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Good serviceCons:
No one at drop off just pictures10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2021
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Staff was great.Cons:
Wish it were cheaper but other than that no complaints2.0 Poor
Nov 2018
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Car was not available, wanted to give me an upgrade for more money. Unable to rent the car with my American Express card. Walked away.8.0 Very good
Aug 2017
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They will charge for insurance also so dont get it online4.4 Mediocre
Aug 2017
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Service desk was ok.Cons:
Car was not clean. Rubbish from previous client was still in the car. Motor made strange noise going uphill. Car was very old.2.0 Poor
Jan 2017
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NothingCons:
That i didn't get the car, and avis attempted to scam money out of me!Hertz
6.8
Okay
3 reviewsCleanliness
7.2
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.1
Value for money
6.9
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3.6 Poor
Jan 2019
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NothingCons:
The staff should speak English. You coukd have inform me about the cost of returning the car to other city before the rental.10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2021
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I did not use the service, I had to cancel due to personal dificultyCons:
I did not use the service, I had to cancel due to personal dificultyEnterprise Rent-A-Car
6.3
Okay
1 reviewCleanliness
5.9
Comfort
5.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.9
Value for money
5.9
One location in Medellín
Ace
6.0
Okay
2 reviewsCleanliness
6.0
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6.0
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6.0
Value for money
6.0
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2019
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Friendly staff, who Only speak spanish.Cons:
We had to pay another 20.000 Colombian peso’s (8 euro) to have the car washed..2.0 Poor
Jan 2019
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Thr owner tried tocharge us double the rateCons:
Please inspect their practices ashe wanted me to leave a 2,000 dollar deposit and take an insuranceSixt
4.5
Mediocre
6 reviewsCleanliness
5.7
Comfort
5.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.7
Value for money
5.0
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2.0 Poor
Jul 2022
4.4 Mediocre
Oct 2019
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The staff was helpful but there was so many complications and hidden fees and my insurance purchased with Allianz as recommended by you guys wasn't valid. It took us 1hr+ to simply pick up the car...Cons:
Honestly, if there are any hidden fees, please tell us beforehand, nobody likes these type of surprises.8.8 Very good
Jul 2019
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The car was good and the people are very nice10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2023
2.0 Poor
Sep 2022
Alamo
4.1
Mediocre
1 reviewCleanliness
4.1
Comfort
4.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
3.8
Value for money
4.1
One location in Medellín
Europcar
1.9
Poor
2 reviewsCleanliness
1.9
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1.9
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1.9
Value for money
1.9
2 locations in Medellín
National
10.0
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10.0
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10.0
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10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Medellín
NextCar
7.3
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7.3
Comfort
7.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
7.3
2 locations in Medellín
Budget
6.2
Okay
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6.7
Comfort
6.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.7
Value for money
5.6
One location in Medellín
Royal Rent-A-Car
2.6
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Cra 43ª N°6 Sur-26 Local 304 Centro Comercial Río Sur. Sector Milla de Oro.
+57 321 415 3291
Medellin Airport (MDE)
+57 321 415 3291
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Cl 16 46 - 53
+57 310 7471558
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Calle 10, 43C-22, Office 208
+57 312 427 8146
Cra 43a N°6 Sur-26 L304 Centro Comercial Río Sur.
+57 334 170 8243
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
+57 334 170 8243
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Cra. 64c ##78-580
+54 11 6009 3539
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
+54 11 6009 3539
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Glorieta interior-Aeropuerto José María Córdova
+57 315 3451824
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