Rental cars in El Salvador

With miles and miles of beautiful highways and open roads, many travelers choose to turn their El Salvador vacations into driving adventures. If you're organizing an epic road trip, it pays to know which cities to add to your itinerary. Try to cross off as many of this place's leading destinations as possible:

• San Salvador (population of 526,000)
• Santa Ana (population of 176,700)
• San Miguel (population of 161,900)
• Apopa (population of 112,200)

Avoid spending a fortune on a rental car by following our top tips and tricks:

• A car can take you anywhere you want to go — so can we. Compare the best deals from all the top rental companies in a couple of clicks.
• Register for our Price Drop Alert email service and immediately find out when prices become cheaper for your destination;
• Include both airport and non-airport locations to make sure you're scoring the best offer in town;
• If you don't mind which day of the week you pick up the keys to your car and your schedule is flexible, experiment with days and dates to find the best deal;
• If possible, keep the time of your pickup and drop-off as similar as possible. If you return your rental car at a later time than you picked it up, you may be charged a whole extra day;
• If you'd love to save a few dollars, pay as soon as you book and enjoy some of the cheapest rates around;
• Book as soon as your dates are finalized. You'll get the biggest selection early on.

Sometimes it's good to think small, particularly if you'll be navigating the city streets of San Salvador and Santa Ana. Economy rental cars are the top pick for travelers in El Salvador — and there's a whole lot to love about them. Easily zip around town, experience excellent gas mileage, and most importantly, save cash. These cost-effective small vehicles prove bigger isn't always better!Of course, El Salvador is known for its sandy shores, tablelands, and active volcanos. Many adventurers hightail it out of the city to explore those dazzling vistas. If that's something you want to do, go for an SUV or a full-size vehicle. Even if you don't plan to take the road less traveled, you'll enjoy the extra room.