Car rental in Guatemala City

Find rental cars in Guatemala and explore the city!

Is Guatemala a city or a country? Guatemala is the capital of the republic of Guatemala. The city's relatively central location makes it a perfect place to start a car trip with a rental car. Starting from Guatemala you can explore the volcanic landscapes of the country, lakes, tropical forests and Mayan cities. It is also very easy to explore Mexico. Due to Guatemala's perfect location, it is also possible to easily travel to the neighboring countries Mexico, Belize and El Salvador. Are you looking for an adventure in Central America? Driveboo is an online price comparison portal that helps you to find the best offer for your next rental car tour. Thanks to our many partnerships, you are sure to find all the well-known rental agencies in Latin America.

Where can I rent a car in Guatemala?

There are many rental stations at the city's airport. It is very popular to pick-up rental cars at the airport. The official name of Guatemalas airport is La Aurora Airport. You will need just about 15 minutes to reach the city center from the airport. Usually you will find better prices at the airport as it is the location of several rental car providers, therefore prices are more competitive.  So if you are looking for a cheap car rental in Guatemala, it is a good idea to rent a car at Guatemala City Airport. In addition, you will enjoy a wide selection of car categories. Another advantage is that many stations are open during the night. Even if you land late in the evening or very early in the morning, picking up your rental car is possible.

Which insurance should I choose?

It is very important to compare the different insurances for rental cars before you start your journey abroad.  Which insurances are recommended for renting a car in Guatemala? Here is a short summary of the different insurance options:

• The fully comprehensive without excess is the insurance which will fully insure your rental car. In case of damage, you are liable for a short period of time with the deposit, which is retained. However, this deposit will be refunded to you by the supplier afterwards.
• A liability insurance is essential, as it covers the costs for damages to other persons. We recommend that you book a liability insurance covering one million euros or more.

Travel info: Season and climate

When should I travel to Guatemala? The dry season between November and May is usually the best time to travel. Avoid the months June until September. Since Guatemala City is located at an altitude of 1500 meters, the climate is moderate and relatively mild. On the Pacific coast the climate can be very hot. 

Direct flights between Europe and Guatemala

There are currently just very few direct flights from Europe to Guatemala. However, there are many airlines that offer a connection with a stopover in the USA or Mexico. Are there direct flights between Europe and Guatemala? From Madrid there are direct flights to Guatemala. If you can't find a direct offer, you may consider travelling to Guatemala by rental car from a neighbouring country such as Mexico. This way you can get to know more of Central America's landscapes. The easiest way would be to rent a rental car one-way . This way you can pick up the rental car at a different location than where you drop it off. 

Exploring the city - Rental cars in Guatemala City

Take a few days to get to know this exciting Central American city better. Visit the great museums and taste the local specialties. Here is a list of the sights in the Guatemalan capital.

The Popol Vuh museum is home to the major collections of Maya art in the world. It is a private, nonprofit, scientific institution supported by its own funds and external donations.

The National Museum of Archaeology and ethnology is a national museum of Guatemala. The museum is dedicated to archaeological and ethnological artifacts and research into Guatemala's history and cultural heritage. The museum is located in Guatemala City, at Finca La Aurora.