San Diego

Cheap Car Hire in San Diego from $109

San Diego, CA, United States
5 Apr — 12 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
San Diego, CA, United States
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in San Diego?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San Diego and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 29 March 2024.

January

$56

February

$73

March

$86

April

$81

May

$75

June

$85

July

$91

August

$85

September

$73

October

$80

November

$73

December

$75

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in San Diego is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

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 29 March 2024.

There are 60 hire agencies servicing San Diego. These agencies, altogether, have 134 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? large car is the cheapest car type to hire in San Diego with prices from $109 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in San Diego:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Compare available car types for rental in San Diego

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in San Diego to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 March 2024.

Small cars

$65 - $115

All Car Types

$78 - $162

To hire a small car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of $79/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in San Diego, the United States (~$65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$115/day). In fact, April is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Diego, hiring a small car saves you 22% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best San Diego small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of $107/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in San Diego, the United States (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$177/day). In fact, January is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Diego, hiring a medium car is 6% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best San Diego medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of $82/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in San Diego, the United States (~$65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$181/day). In fact, April is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Diego, hiring a large car saves you 20% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best San Diego large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of $105/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in San Diego, the United States (~$100/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$208/day). In fact, October is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Diego, hiring a SUV is 3% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best San Diego SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris$115/day
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Toyota Yaris
Toyota Auris$119/day
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Toyota Auris

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 29 March 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in San Diego, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Dollar and Budget. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in San Diego, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Dollar and Budget.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
335 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

Dollar

6.7
Okay
223 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.8

Budget

6.6
Okay
179 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Avis

6.5
Okay
299 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.5

Hertz

5.9
Fair
725 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Economy Rent a Car

5.8
Fair
120 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

6.0

Ace

4.4
Mediocre
155 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

4.9

Overall

4.2

Pick-up/drop-off

4.2

Value

4.6

MEXRENTACAR

3.9
Poor
242 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.6

Comfort

4.5

Overall

3.8

Pick-up/drop-off

3.7

Value

4.1

Best San Diego car rental deals found

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 $134. Data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
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.
Toyota Camry$109/day
5
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Toyota Camry
Mazda Mazda6$114/day
5
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A/C
Mazda Mazda6
Hyundai Ioniq$114/day
5
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Hyundai Ioniq

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 29 March 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in San Diego?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in San Diego from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar ($109/day), Budget ($109/day), and Europcar ($115/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in San Diego?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Advantage (10.0 rating), Silvercar (10.0 rating) and Alamo (8.9 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in San Diego.

  • What are petrol prices like in San Diego?

    The average price of petrol in San Diego is $1.66/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $75 and $108 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Alamo is one of the most popular car hire companies in San Diego, offering car hire for around $1,075 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in San Diego for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 38% on a hire car in San Diego. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • 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 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 Full-size 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 Full-size for April, it will cost approximately $134 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in San Diego?

    The most popular car to hire while in San Diego is the Tesla Model 3, which is a Luxury vehicle.

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Car rentals by fuel type in San Diego

Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Diego. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in San Diego. Deals were last updated on 29 March 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Diego. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($65+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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