San Jose

Cheap Car Hire in San Jose, California from $75

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 Jose with a pick-up date of 3/7 and drop-off date of 14/7. 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.
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San Jose, CA car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in San Jose, CA. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 June 2026.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

$2.06

Average price per day

$77

Cheapest price per day

$75

Popular car types in San Jose, CA

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in San Jose, CA and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 28 June 2026.

There are, in total, 59 car hire locations in San Jose that are operated by 25 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $75/day). Explore 6 car types currently offered from San Jose hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Best car rental deals found in San Jose

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in San Jose, CA. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in San Jose, CA with an average daily rate of $99. Data was last updated on 28 June 2026.
Kia Rio$75/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Skoda Scala$83/day
4
M
A/C
Skoda Scala
Nissan Qashqai$85/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Qashqai

Cheapflights insights for San Jose car rentals

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

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

Book your rental car in San Jose 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $82/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 51% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in San Jose?

In San Jose, the most affordable car hire company right now is Hertz, offering prices from just $25.92/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Fox, with rates starting at $27.67/day.

What is the best car rental company in San Jose?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in San Jose is Hertz (rated 6.3/10 with 44 reviews). Budget (rated 6.1/10 with 53 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At San Jose, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $74. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging $108 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 Jose, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $74. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging $108 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

$87

March

$87

April

$94

May

$101

June

$108

July

$105

August

$99

September

$85

October

$98

November

$94

December

$106

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

Avis has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Payless has the second-highest number of locations in San Jose at 1.

Top rental agencies in San Jose, CA

Explore the leading car hire agencies in San Jose, CA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in San Jose, CA. Reviews were last updated on 28 June 2026.

Hertz

6.3
Okay
44 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Budget

6.1
Okay
53 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.1

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.4

Payless

6.8
Okay
10 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

8.1

Avis

6.6
Okay
17 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

7.1

Thrifty

6.2
Okay
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.1

Europcar

6.0
Okay
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.3

Rhodium

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in San Jose, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in San Jose?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $77/day when booking a car hire in San Jose. The absolute best deal a user found was for $69/day from Thrifty, booked on Jun. 20.

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

    Alamo is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in San Jose. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $525 per week.

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

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

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

    The average cost of a car rental in San Jose for a month is $2,249. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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

    Car hire prices in San Jose are typically $0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to $0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in July to be on average $0 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in San Jose, CA

Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Jose, CA. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in San Jose, CA. Deals were last updated on 28 June 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Jose, CA. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($42+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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