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Cheap Car Rentals in San Jose from $67

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 27/7 and drop-off date of 13/8. 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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Best car rental deals found in San Jose

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in San Jose. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in San Jose with an average daily rate of $95. Data was last updated on 28 June 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in San Jose. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Hyundai Elantra$67/day
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Tesla Model Y$68/day
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Kia Niro$69/day
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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 $73/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 40% off the average price.

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 62 reviews). Budget (rated 6.2/10 with 60 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 $69. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $111 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 $69. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $111 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$69

February

$73

March

$71

April

$71

May

$84

June

$92

July

$111

August

$99

September

$94

October

$86

November

$84

December

$87

What car do most people hire in San Jose?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Suburban, for example) are the most popular in San Jose. Premium (Chevrolet Suburban) and Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting San Jose.

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

Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 9 locations in San Jose, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in San Jose

Explore the leading car hire agencies in San Jose known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in San Jose. Reviews were last updated on 28 June 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the San Jose area such as Hertz, Budget and Airport Van. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Hertz

6.3
Okay
62 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Budget

6.2
Okay
60 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.1

Airport Van

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
23 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
16 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.9

Dollar

7.1
Good
19 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.3

Thrifty

7.0
Good
13 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.7

Avis

6.6
Okay
19 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

7.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in San Jose, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 June 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in San Jose for a week from Sixt?

    Sixt 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 $2,388 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.

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