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Budget Hire Cars in San Diego

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in San Diego with a pick-up date of 7/5 and drop-off date of 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Popular Budget car types in San Diego

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in San Diego and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 30 Nisan 2025.
Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

SUV

SUV

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Compare Budget car hire types in San Diego

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in San Diego to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 Nisan 2025.

Small cars

$62 - $142

All Car Types

$73 - $174

Currently, the cheapest month to hire a small car from Budget in San Diego is February. The most expensive time to hire a small car from Budget is May. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, when you book your small car hire from Budget, and of course, current supply and demand.

Currently, the cheapest month to hire a medium car from Budget in San Diego is June. The most expensive time to hire a medium car from Budget is January. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, when you book your medium car hire from Budget, and of course, current supply and demand.

Currently, the cheapest month to hire a large car from Budget in San Diego is February. The most expensive time to hire a large car from Budget is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, when you book your large car hire from Budget, and of course, current supply and demand.

Currently, the cheapest month to hire a SUV from Budget in San Diego is November. The most expensive time to hire a SUV from Budget is April. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, when you book your SUV hire from Budget, and of course, current supply and demand.

Holden Barina$75/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Hyundai i20$109/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Budget locations in San Diego

Find Budget car rental locations in San Diego including addresses, phone numbers, and reviews.

Budget

6.4
Okay
116 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Best San Diego Car Hire Deals from Budget

Check out some of the best deals for Budget car hire in San Diego recently found.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in San Diego. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Holden Barina$75/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Volkswagen Passat$77/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Passat
Mitsubishi Outlander$81/day
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Outlander

Budget Car Hire FAQs

  • Does San Diego Airport have Budget rental cars?

    Yes there is a Budget located at San Diego Airport. Their address is 3355 Admiral Boland Way.

  • Can I cancel my Budget car hire in San Diego?

    Budget provides free cancellation for car hires in San Diego. However, please be aware that there may be a cancellation fee for last-minute cancellations. If you have any queries regarding fees and cancellation policies, you can call Budget at one of their San Diego locations. For a list of phone numbers, please click here and refer to the Locations tab.

  • What is the most popular Budget car hire in San Diego?

    Hiring a car from Budget in San Diego? The SUV option is the most popular among our customers. Typically, the average daily cost of SUV hire is $81, although some users have reported finding prices as low as $81 per day.

  • What is the cheapest type of car to hire from Budget in San Diego?

    Planning a trip to San Diego? Consider Hiring a Small from Budget, the car hire agency with the lowest prices. On average, you can get a Small for $74 per day, saving 53% compared to their most expensive car.

  • How many locations does Budget have in San Diego?

    Budget is a reliable car hire agency with 11 locations in the city. Our user data highlights their most popular location, situated at 1110 Torrey Pines Road Suite H.

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