Car Rental at San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport [SJO], Costa Rica

FAQ about renting a car at San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport

How to rent a car in SJO Airport, Costa-rica?

Rental24h.com provides a powerful search engine and a simple car rental comparison and booking process. To get the best car rental in San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. SJO Airport, you should follow these steps:

1. Make sure that San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. is selected as your pick-up and drop-off location;
2. Choose the start and end of the trip applying the dates;
3. Press the Search button;
4. Compare the results, apply filters if you need a more specific offers;
5. Choose what suits you the best;
6. Provide main drivers information and payment details;
7. Carefully read and agree to the Car Rental Terms & Conditions and Booking Terms;
8. Click the “Confirm booking” button;
9. Prepare all necessary documents and print out your booking confirmation voucher;
10. Arrive on time to sign the car rental contract. And, hit the road.

What documents do I need to rent a car from San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?

Read attentively the car rental requirements of the car rental company you choose in SJO Airport, Costa-rica. The basic list of documents required at the San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. SJO Airportcar rental desk includes:

• A valid full driver's licence in the name of the main driver held for a minimum of 1 year. If you are a foreigner, you should provide the International Driving Permit along with your domestic driver’s license.
• Additional document confirming your identity. It can be a valid ID with a photo (national or international passport).
• A credit card with the first name and last name of the main driver with the required limit for paying a rental cost and a deposit.
• A printed-out rental voucher that you will find in your confirmation email.
• Any other document mentioned in the booking voucher.

How much does it cost to rent a car at San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. for one week?

The average weekly car rental rates at San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport start from $3 per day being a total $163 per week. Weekly car rentals are usually cheaper in terms of daily rates.

What is the cheapest car rental at SJO Airport, Costa-rica?

The cheapest rental car at San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. SJO Airport is provided by EUROPCAR rental company. The price of Economy type vehicles like Hyundai Grand i10 or similar start from $2 per day.

EUROPCAR also has other types of vehicles for the lowest prices ever. However, before you rent a car, be sure to check all rental conditions, whether insurance is included, and if there will be additional payments. Be sure to have the answers to all your questions about car rental in San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. before paying for your reservation.

What car rental places are located at San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?

Car rental companies that are located in the SJO Airport, Costa-rica terminal include AVIS, EUROPCAR, GREEN MOTION, BUDGET, EASY CAR, MEX, DOLLAR, ADOBE and others.

What rental car companies will provide a shuttle bus in San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. SJO Airport?

Some companies provide San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. rental car shuttle bus service from the terminal to their pick-up point or rental office: PAYLESS, SIXT, ALAMO, AMIGO, THRIFTY, ENTERPRISE, ACE etc.

What is the best car rental company at San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?

According to numerous user reviews, the following car rental companies are considered to be the best at SJO Airport, Costa-rica:

• Sixt (8.2/10 based on 25 reviews). Best value for money and high-quality service.
• Adobe (8.2/10 based on 100 reviews). One of the best in business class vehicles.
• Green-motion (8.2/10 based on 100 reviews). Low prices and discounts, a wide selection of cars.

What is the most popular rental car company in San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. SJO Airport?

The most popular car rental agency in San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. is Avis. This company is a guarantee of reliability and good service with a great discount system. Avis car rental rates start from $51 per day at San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport. This company offers transparent rental conditions, discounts, and bonuses.

What types of rental vehicles are the most popular at SJO Airport, Costa-rica?

One of the most popular car rental models in San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. SJO Airport is Hyundai Accent of Economy car class. The lowest rate for Hyundai Accent or similar is offered by FOX and starts from $26 per day. Such cars are not only inexpensive to rent, but also they are very fuel-efficient.

Check out other frequently booked car rental classes and models in San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. in the following table.

Citroen C4 Grand Picasso (5+2)		7 seats 5 doors 2 suitcases 27.6 mpg
Ford Galaxy		7 seats 5 doors 2 suitcases 25.7 mpg
Ford S-Max (5+2)		7 seats 5 doors 3 suitcases 26.3 mpg

Which car rental accepts debit cards at San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?

When you collect your rental car at SJO Airport, Costa-rica, you should present a credit or debit card in the name of the main driver. If you decide to use a debit card to charge a deposit, you should be ready to the following conditions:

• Only MasterCard or VISA debit cards are accepted.
• You should know the PIN number of the card presented.
• The longest car rental duration is 28 days if you want to use a debit card.

While making a booking at Rental24h.com, you can pay for your reservation using all types of bank cards, including American Express, MasterCard, Visa, Diners Club, Discover Card, Japanese Credit Bureau Card, etc. We compare rental car San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. SJO Airport deals and 50,000+ other locations that allow debit and credit cards. Apply our “Cards Accepted At Pick-Up” filter to find car rental companies with desirable payment options.

How to pick up a rental car at San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. ?

In order to pick up a rental car at San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport, you have to follow these simple steps:

• Arrive to the car rental counter at SJO Airport, Costa-rica on time.
• Do not forget to take all obligatory documents.
• Check if the required maps are installed in the rental car or on your gadget.
• Assure that you collect the same car that is indicated in your contract.
• Verify that the fuel level in the tank is compliant with the contract.
• Examine the technical condition of the car.
• If you find any scratches on the car, make sure they are in the protocol and take photos of them.

How to return a rental car at San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. SJO Airport?

San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. car rental returns should go under the following order:

• Check the fuel level of your rental car. You should return a car with the same amount of gas as you picked it up.
• If you need to refuel your vehicle, find the closest gas station to San Jose - Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport.
• Arrive before the time of drop-off not to get the late return fee.
• Be sure that you have all the required documents with you.
• Do not leave any personal belongings inside the car.
• Wait until your security deposit is refunded or unblocked. It may take up to 14 business days.