San Luis Obispo

Cheap Car Rentals in San Luis Obispo

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Cheapflights insights for San Luis Obispo car rentals

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in San Luis Obispo?

To get the best deal on a rental car in San Luis Obispo, book about 87 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $70, which is about 13% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in San Luis Obispo?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in San Luis Obispo is Avis (rated 8.1/10 with 35 reviews). Budget (rated 7.0/10 with 36 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At San Luis Obispo, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $92. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $112 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 Luis Obispo, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $92. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $112 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$92

February

$97

March

$101

April

$99

May

$101

June

$111

July

$112

August

$109

September

$99

October

$101

November

$111

December

$111

What car do most people hire in San Luis Obispo?

Full-size cars (Class Full-size Car or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting San Luis Obispo. Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Commercial cars (Chevrolet Express Cargo or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in San Luis Obispo?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in San Luis Obispo at 3.

Top rental agencies in San Luis Obispo

Explore the leading car hire agencies in San Luis Obispo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car hire companies in San Luis Obispo. Reviews were last updated on 14 September 2025.

Avis

8.1
Very Good
35 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.7

Budget

7.0
Good
36 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

7.3

Hertz

7.1
Good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5.4
Fair
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

5.4

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.1

Easirent

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in San Luis Obispo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 September 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month in San Luis Obispo?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from San Luis Obispo it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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