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Cheap Car Rentals in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport from $94
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 Carlsbad-Palomar Airport with a pick-up date of 28/9 and drop-off date of 30/9. 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 car types in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 18 September 2025.
There are 63 hire agencies servicing San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport. These agencies, altogether, have 150 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport with prices from $94 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport:
Economy
$94+
Compact
$94+
Intermediate
$95+
Standard
$103+
Full-size
$103+
People mover
$247+
Full-size SUV
$149+
Premium SUV
$240+
Intermediate SUV
$98+
Standard SUV
$125+
Best car rental deals found at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 7 hire car agencies in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport with an average daily rate of $134. Data was last updated on 18 September 2025.
Peugeot 308$94/day
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Volkswagen Passat$95/day
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MG ZS$98/day
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Cheapflights insights for San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport?
Book your rental car at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport 3 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $67/day on average when booked 3 days ahead, which saves you 38% off the average price.
What is the best car hire company at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.1/10 with 3 reviews). Budget (rated 6.5/10 with 6 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.1
Budget
6.5
Avis
5.9
Hertz
5.7
What is the cheapest month to hire a car at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport?
At San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport, the best time to rent a car is at April, with an average daily rate of just $72. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging $87 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport, the best time to rent a car is in April, with an average daily rate of just $72. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging $87 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$74
February
$79
March
$82
April
$72
May
$80
June
$84
July
$80
August
$87
September
$80
October
$75
November
$82
December
$87
What car do most people hire at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport?
Intermediate cars (Class Special Car or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport. Standard cars (Ford Edge or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport?
At San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Hertz have 2 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport
Explore the leading car hire agencies in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 7 car hire companies in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport. Reviews were last updated on 18 September 2025.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
3 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.1
Pick-up/drop-off
7.1
Value
7.0
Budget
6 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
7.0
Comfort
7.0
Overall
6.5
Pick-up/drop-off
6.9
Value
6.8
Avis
10 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.2
Overall
5.9
Pick-up/drop-off
7.0
Value
6.3
Hertz
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.4
Overall
5.7
Pick-up/drop-off
5.8
Value
5.9
Easirent
1 location
EZ Van
1 location
Zeeba Rent-A-Van
1 location
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 September 2025.
Which car hire providers are at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport?
There are 2 car rental providers located at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport. The following companies can be found near the San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport car rental counter:Budget (6.5)Avis (5.6)
How much does it cost to hire a car at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport for a week from Hertz?
From Hertz you can hire a car at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport from about $504 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport?
Yes, renting a vehicle at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport for a month is certainly possible.