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Popular car types in Carlsbad
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Carlsbad and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 14 September 2025.
Compact
$96+
Intermediate
$98+
Intermediate SUV
$101+
Standard SUV
$130+
Cheapflights insights for Carlsbad car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Carlsbad, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Carlsbad?
Book your rental car in Carlsbad 78 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $52/day on average when booked 78 days ahead, which saves you 6% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Carlsbad?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Carlsbad is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.8/10 with 5 reviews). Budget (rated 6.5/10 with 15 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.8
Budget
6.5
Avis
5.6
Dollar
5.5
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Carlsbad?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Carlsbad is February, when you can expect to pay $79/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Carlsbad is December ($106/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
$82
February
$79
March
$101
April
$81
May
$96
June
$96
July
$92
August
$92
September
$99
October
$94
November
$102
December
$106
What car do most people hire in Carlsbad?
Economy cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Carlsbad. Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Carlsbad?
Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 3 locations in Carlsbad, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Carlsbad
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Carlsbad known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Carlsbad. Reviews were last updated on 14 September 2025.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
5 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Overall
8.8
Pick-up/drop-off
8.2
Value
8.5
Budget
15 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.0
Comfort
7.0
Overall
6.5
Pick-up/drop-off
6.9
Value
6.8
Avis
12 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.1
Comfort
6.9
Overall
5.6
Pick-up/drop-off
6.8
Value
6.3
Dollar
1 location
Thrifty
1 location
EZ Van
2 locations
Hertz
5 reviews•3 locations
Zeeba Rent-A-Van
2 locations
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Carlsbad, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 September 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Carlsbad?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Carlsbad it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.