Cheap Car Rentals in San Diego Airport from $125
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 Airport with a pick-up date of 9/7 and drop-off date of 12/7. 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.
Popular car types in San Diego Airport
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in San Diego Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 June 2025.
There are currently 149 hire locations operating at San Diego Airport spread across 63 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire at San Diego Airport is SUV at $125 a day. Below are all the 7 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
$153+
Compact
$154+
Intermediate
$152+
Standard
$118+
Full-size
$152+
People mover
$231+
Full-size SUV
$259+
Premium
$159+
Luxury
$175+
Convertible
$295+
Intermediate SUV
$125+
Compact SUV
$130+
Standard SUV
$136+
Best car rental deals found at San Diego Airport
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in San Diego Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in San Diego Airport with an average daily rate of $178. Data was last updated on 15 June 2025.
Cheapflights insights for San Diego Airport car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in San Diego Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car at San Diego Airport?
To get the best deal on car hire at San Diego Airport, book about 14 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $55, which is about 31% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car hire company at San Diego Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company at San Diego Airport is MEXRENTACAR (rated 3.7/10 with 200 reviews). Alamo (rated 8.6/10 with 46 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car at San Diego Airport?
The cheapest month to hire a car at San Diego Airport is January, when you can expect to pay $53/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car at San Diego Airport is July ($85/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
$53
February
$65
March
$71
April
$70
May
$58
June
$75
July
$85
August
$71
September
$60
October
$65
November
$66
December
$80
What car do most people hire at San Diego Airport?
The most popular types of cars to hire in San Diego Airport are the following: Intermediate cars (Mazda Mazda5 or similar), Compact cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar), and SUV cars (Buick Encore or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations at San Diego Airport?
At San Diego Airport, ADDCAR RENTAL , Dollar, MEXRENTACAR , and Priceless have 2 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in San Diego Airport
Explore the leading car hire agencies in San Diego Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in San Diego Airport. Reviews were last updated on 15 June 2025.
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ADDCAR RENTAL
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United Auto Rental
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in San Diego Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 June 2025.
Which car hire providers are at San Diego Airport?
There are 10 car rental providers located at San Diego Airport. The following companies can be found near the San Diego Airport car rental counter:Silvercar (10.0)Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9.1)National (8.7)Alamo (8.6)Budget (7.5)Hertz (7.5)Avis (7.2)Sixt (7.0)U-Save (6.4)Dollar (6.4)
How much does it cost to hire a car at San Diego Airport for a week from Thrifty?
Thrifty is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire at San Diego Airport. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $1,396 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month at San Diego Airport?
Yes, renting a vehicle at San Diego Airport for a month is certainly possible.