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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 December 23, 2024.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of gas per litre

₱52.85

Average price per day

₱4,573

Cheapest price per day

₱3,546

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 December 23, 2024.

January

₱1,996

February

₱2,583

March

₱3,111

April

₱2,700

May

₱2,759

June

₱3,111

July

₱3,287

August

₱3,053

September

₱2,700

October

₱2,935

November

₱2,818

December

₱2,876

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.

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 December 23, 2024.

Small cars

₱2,603 - ₱8,656

All Car Types

₱2,792 - ₱10,072

To rent a small car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱4,034/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a small car in San Diego, the United States (~₱2,603/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~₱8,656/day). In fact, August is about 36% 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 16% 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 medium car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱2,589/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in San Diego, the United States (~₱2,302/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~₱5,262/day). In fact, June 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 46% 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 large car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱3,980/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a large car in San Diego, the United States (~₱3,258/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~₱10,029/day). In fact, October is about 19% 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 17% 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 ₱2,425/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in San Diego, the United States (~₱2,222/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~₱4,975/day). In fact, December is about 9% 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.

To rent a van in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱4,680/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a van in San Diego, the United States (~₱4,354/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~₱14,618/day). In fact, March is about 7% 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.

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 December 23, 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in San Diego, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis and Budget. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
115 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.3

Avis

6.5
Okay
148 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.5

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

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

4.9

Comfort

4.7

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

3.9

Value

4.4

MEXRENTACAR

3.9
Poor
238 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.5

Comfort

4.5

Overall

3.8

Pick-up/drop-off

3.7

Value

4.1

Sixt

6.9
Okay
83 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.6

Dollar

6.5
Okay
50 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.7

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 December 23, 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in San Diego?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₱4,573/day when booking a rental car in San Diego. The best deal a user found was for ₱3,546/day from Hertz, booked on Dec. 16.

  • 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 ₱52.85/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₱2,378 and ₱3,435 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    Hertz is one of the top picks in San Diego. They can have you in a rental car for about ₱25,666 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 ₱109,998 if you consider booking with Hertz. That price represents savings of 26% compared to the San Diego average. The monthly cost of a car rental in San Diego is on average ₱109,998 (₱3,667/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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