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Cheap Car Rentals in Escondido from $44
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 Escondido with a pick-up date of 17/9 and drop-off date of 17/10. 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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Best car rental deals found in Escondido
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Escondido. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Escondido with an average daily rate of $81. Data was last updated on 12 September 2025.
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Honda Civic$56/day
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Cheapflights insights for Escondido car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Escondido, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Escondido?
To get the best deal on a rental car in Escondido, book about 70 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $60, which is about 22% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Escondido?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Escondido is Avis (rated 9.0/10 with 8 reviews). Alamo (rated 8.7/10) is also highly rated by our users.
Avis
9.0
Alamo
8.7
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.9
Hertz
7.6
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Escondido?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Escondido is January, when you can expect to pay $59/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Escondido is December ($97/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
$59
February
$62
March
$84
April
$86
May
$87
June
$92
July
$86
August
$76
September
$89
October
$86
November
$89
December
$97
What car do most people hire in Escondido?
Intermediate cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Escondido. SUV cars (Nissan Rogue or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Chrysler Town & Country or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Escondido?
Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 2 locations in Escondido, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Escondido
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Escondido known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Escondido. Reviews were last updated on 12 September 2025.
Avis
8 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.7
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
8.9
Value
9.2
Alamo
1 location
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
4 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.7
Overall
7.9
Pick-up/drop-off
7.7
Value
7.5
Hertz
11 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
7.6
Overall
7.6
Pick-up/drop-off
7.9
Value
7.3
Dollar
1 location
Thrifty
1 location
Budget
3 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.4
Overall
4.4
Pick-up/drop-off
4.4
Value
4.4
EZ Van
1 location
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Escondido, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 September 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Escondido?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Escondido.