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Cheap Car Rentals in San Diego from ₱1,546

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in San Diego with a pick-up date of 12/16 and drop-off date of 12/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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San Diego car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in San Diego. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on November 20, 2024.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of gas per litre

₱52.91

Average price per day

₱3,059

Cheapest price per day

₱1,546

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 November 20, 2024.

January

₱1,998

February

₱2,586

March

₱3,115

April

₱2,703

May

₱2,762

June

₱3,115

July

₱3,291

August

₱3,056

September

₱2,703

October

₱2,938

November

₱2,703

December

₱2,645

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 rent in San Diego and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on November 20, 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can rent in San Diego this past week from 142 rental locations out of 63 rental agencies. Prices for a San Diego small car rental start from ₱1,546/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car rental agencies here:

Economy

Economy

₱1,546+

Compact

Compact

₱1,546+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₱1,614+

Standard

Standard

₱2,047+

Full-size

Full-size

₱1,715+

Minivan

Minivan

₱3,174+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₱2,600+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

₱1,548+

Compare available car types for rental in San Diego

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 November 20, 2024.

Small cars

₱2,606 - ₱8,666

All Car Types

₱2,795 - ₱10,084

To rent a small car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱4,098/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a small car in San Diego, the United States (~₱2,606/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~₱8,666/day). In fact, August is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Diego, renting a small car saves you 15% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱2,504/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in San Diego, the United States (~₱2,225/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~₱5,268/day). In fact, December is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Diego, renting a medium car saves you 48% 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 medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱4,108/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a large car in San Diego, the United States (~₱3,262/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~₱10,040/day). In fact, October is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Diego, renting a large car saves you 14% 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.

To rent a SUV in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱2,388/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in San Diego, the United States (~₱2,225/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~₱4,980/day). In fact, December is about 7% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Diego, renting a SUV saves you 50% 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 SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱4,692/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a van in San Diego, the United States (~₱4,359/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~₱14,634/day). In fact, March is about 8% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Diego, renting a van saves you 2% 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 van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Corolla₱1,546/day
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Toyota Corolla
Toyota Corolla₱2,309/day
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Top rental agencies in San Diego

Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Diego known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in San Diego. Reviews were last updated on November 20, 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in San Diego, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Avis. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
115 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

Budget

6.5
Okay
116 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.6

Avis

6.4
Okay
148 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.5

Hertz

5.7
Fair
322 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

Ace

4.2
Mediocre
128 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

4.8

Overall

4.1

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

4.4

MEXRENTACAR

3.9
Poor
241 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.6

Comfort

4.5

Overall

3.9

Pick-up/drop-off

3.8

Value

4.2

Sixt

6.8
Okay
84 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Dollar

6.5
Okay
51 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.7

Best San Diego car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in San Diego. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in San Diego with an average daily rate of ₱2,066. Data was last updated on November 20, 2024.
Peruse the best San Diego car rental deals we've found. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Toyota Corolla₱1,546/day
4
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Toyota Corolla
Nissan Sylphy₱1,614/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Sylphy
Toyota Camry₱1,657/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Camry

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Diego, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on November 20, 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in San Diego?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₱3,059/day when booking a rental car in San Diego. The best deal a user found was for ₱2,750/day from Alamo, booked on Nov. 17.

  • What car rental 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 (₱1,546/day), Thrifty (₱1,817/day), and Fox (₱1,927/day).

  • Which car rental 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 National (8.7 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in San Diego.

  • What are gas prices like in San Diego?

    The average gas price in San Diego is ₱52.91/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₱2,381 and ₱3,439 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    Alamo is one of the top picks in San Diego. They can have you in a rental car for about ₱21,412 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 40% on a rental 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, renting a vehicle in San Diego for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Prices can be as low as ₱91,767 if you consider booking with Alamo. That price represents savings of 10% compared to the San Diego average. The monthly cost of a car rental in San Diego is on average ₱91,767 (₱3,059/day).

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

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

  • What car do most people rent in San Diego?

    The most popular car to hire while in San Diego is the Ford Transit, which is a Standard vehicle.

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Van rentals in San Diego

Find van rental deals in San Diego from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in San Diego cost an average of ₱5,742 per day. Price data was last updated on November 20, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on van rentals in the San Diego area at the moment. Deals are updated frequently to provide users with as many suitable options as possible.
Toyota Innova₱3,174/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota Innova₱3,212/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota Innova₱3,217/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova

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 November 20, 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 (₱26+).

Electric

Electric

₱26+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

₱32+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₱64+

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