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Cheap Car Rentals in San Francisco from ₱1,559

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 Francisco with a pick-up date of 1/16 and drop-off date of 1/23. 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 Francisco car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in San Francisco. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on December 19, 2024.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of gas per litre

₱68.43

Average price per day

₱2,541

Cheapest price per day

₱1,559

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in San Francisco?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San Francisco 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 19, 2024.

January

₱2,359

February

₱2,831

March

₱3,185

April

₱3,185

May

₱3,480

June

₱3,657

July

₱4,129

August

₱3,893

September

₱3,480

October

₱3,303

November

₱2,831

December

₱3,244

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in San Francisco 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 Francisco

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in San Francisco and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on December 19, 2024.

There are currently 99 rental locations operating in San Francisco spread across 38 car rental agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to rent in San Francisco is medium car at ₱1,559 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for renting in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

₱1,474+

Compact

Compact

₱1,819+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₱1,559+

Full-size

Full-size

₱1,650+

Minivan

Minivan

₱2,780+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₱2,613+

Luxury

Luxury

₱2,298+

Convertible

Convertible

₱2,709+

Compare available car types for rental in San Francisco

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in San Francisco 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 19, 2024.

Small cars

₱3,064 - ₱7,197

All Car Types

₱3,428 - ₱7,285

To rent a small car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱4,379/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a small car in San Francisco, the United States (~₱3,064/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~₱7,197/day). In fact, October is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Francisco, renting a small car saves you 13% 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 Francisco small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱3,963/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in San Francisco, the United States (~₱2,340/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~₱4,853/day). In fact, November is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Francisco, renting a medium car saves you 21% 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 Francisco medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱5,761/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a large car in San Francisco, the United States (~₱3,345/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~₱9,337/day). In fact, September is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Francisco, renting a large car is 14% more expensive. 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 Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱4,963/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in San Francisco, the United States (~₱3,309/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~₱6,309/day). In fact, November is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Francisco, renting a SUV saves you 1% 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 Francisco SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱6,507/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a van in San Francisco, the United States (~₱4,461/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~₱10,243/day). In fact, October is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Francisco, renting a van is 24% more expensive. 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 Francisco van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱4,712/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in San Francisco, the United States (~₱3,775/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~₱13,281/day). In fact, November is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Francisco, renting a luxury car saves you 6% 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.

Toyota Corolla₱1,819/day
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Toyota Corolla

Top rental agencies in San Francisco

Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Francisco known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in San Francisco. Reviews were last updated on December 19, 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in San Francisco, including Sixt, Budget and Hertz. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Sixt

7.6
Good
119 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.5

Budget

7.4
Good
126 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.0

Hertz

6.3
Okay
127 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Thrifty

5.6
Fair
211 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.7

Dollar

5.3
Fair
113 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.5

Alamo

8.8
Very good
54 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very good
56 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.4

Avis

6.8
Okay
51 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.9

Best San Francisco car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in San Francisco. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in San Francisco with an average daily rate of ₱2,008. Data was last updated on December 19, 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on rentals cars in San Francisco. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Ford EcoSport₱1,559/day
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Ford EcoSport
Nissan Sylphy₱1,559/day
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Nissan Sylphy
Hyundai Tucson₱1,748/day
5
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A/C
Hyundai Tucson

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Francisco, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on December 19, 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in San Francisco?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₱2,541/day when booking a rental car in San Francisco. The best deal a user found was for ₱1,989/day from Dollar, booked on Dec. 16.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in San Francisco?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in San Francisco from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty (₱1,465/day), Budget (₱1,819/day), and Hertz (₱2,709/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in San Francisco?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (9.1 rating), Alamo (8.8 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.4 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in San Francisco.

  • What are gas prices like in San Francisco?

    The average gas price in San Francisco is ₱68.43/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₱3,079 and ₱4,448 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    From Dollar you can rent a car in San Francisco from about ₱12,768 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 28% on a rental car in San Francisco. 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 Francisco?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in San Francisco for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Dollar currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 39% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in San Francisco. Typically, a monthly car rental in San Francisco can be found for ₱54,720. You can find car rental deals to be on average ₱1,824 a day.

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

    ₱3,958 is typically the average cost for a rental car for the weekend in San Francisco, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when traveling to San Francisco, then opt for a Supplier choice rental vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of January, you can expect to find car rental prices on Cheapflights for as low as ₱0/day.

  • What car do most people rent in San Francisco?

    Mitsubishi Mirage, which is a Economy vehicle, is the most popular to hire at San Francisco according to Cheapflights users.

Van rentals in San Francisco

Find van rental deals in San Francisco from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in San Francisco cost an average of ₱4,814 per day. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2024.
In terms of van rentals in San Francisco, these are some the best options we've found at this time. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Toyota Innova₱2,780/day
5
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Toyota Innova
Toyota Innova₱2,875/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota Innova₱3,040/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova

Car rentals by fuel type in San Francisco

Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Francisco. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in San Francisco. Deals were last updated on December 19, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Francisco. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (₱26+).

Electric

Electric

₱26+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₱69+

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