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Cheap Car Rentals in San Diego from $108

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 20/8 and drop-off date of 25/8. 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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San Diego car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in San Diego. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 July 2025.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of petrol per litre

$1.55

Average price per day

$108

Cheapest price per day

$108

Popular 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 9 July 2025.

There are 63 hire agencies servicing San Diego. These agencies, altogether, have 149 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? medium car is the cheapest car type to hire in San Diego with prices from $108 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in San Diego:

Economy

Economy

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare car rental deals in San Diego by type

Here are the best San Diego small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Diego medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Diego large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Diego SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mitsubishi Mirage$108/day
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Mitsubishi Mirage

Best car rental deals found in San Diego

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in San Diego. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in San Diego with an average daily rate of $140. Data was last updated on 9 July 2025.
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.
Volkswagen Passat$108/day
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Volkswagen Passat
Toyota Yaris$108/day
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Toyota Yaris
Audi Q3$117/day
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Audi Q3

Cheapflights insights for San Diego car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in San Diego, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in San Diego?

For the best savings on car rentals in San Diego, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $60/day – about 27% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in San Diego?

Looking to hire a car in San Diego? Budget had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $47.40/day. Avis also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $64.76/day.

What is the best car rental company in San Diego?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in San Diego is Budget (rated 6.5/10 with 119 reviews). Avis (rated 6.4/10 with 145 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in San Diego?

Planning to hire a car in San Diego? January is the cheapest month, costing about $60 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $93. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$60

February

$63

March

$70

April

$77

May

$72

June

$82

July

$93

August

$87

September

$75

October

$83

November

$80

December

$87

What car do most people hire in San Diego?

The most popular types of cars to hire in San Diego are the following: Compact cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar), Intermediate cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar), and SUV cars (Jeep Renegade or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in San Diego?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 14 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in San Diego at 12.

Top rental agencies in San Diego

Explore the leading car hire agencies in San Diego known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in San Diego. Reviews were last updated on 9 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in San Diego, including Budget, Avis and Hertz. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in San Diego, including Budget, Avis and Hertz.

Budget

6.5
Okay
119 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Avis

6.4
Okay
145 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.5

Hertz

5.8
Fair
306 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

MEXRENTACAR

3.6
Poor
212 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.3

Comfort

4.2

Overall

3.6

Pick-up/drop-off

3.5

Value

3.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
98 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.2

Sixt

7.0
Good
72 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.8

Dollar

6.3
Okay
57 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Thrifty

5.8
Fair
63 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in San Diego, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in San Diego?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $108/day when booking a car hire in San Diego. The absolute best deal a user found was for $88/day from Avis, booked on Jul. 6.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in San Diego for a week from Avis?

    Avis is one of the most popular car hire companies in San Diego, offering car hire for around $760 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in San Diego?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in San Diego check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in San Diego for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in San Diego can be found for about $3,256, with the average price for a rental being around $109 a day. Book with Avis, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 36% less compared to the average price of car rentals in San Diego.

  • How much is a car hire in San Diego for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in San Diego, you can expect the average price to be around $0. Usually a Intermediate hire in San Diego is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Intermediate for August, it will cost approximately $76 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in San Diego

Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Diego. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in San Diego. Deals were last updated on 9 July 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Diego. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($71+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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