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Cheap Car Rentals in San Jose from ₱2,221

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 Jose with a pick-up date of 5/12 and drop-off date of 5/18. 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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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in San Jose?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San Jose 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 March 25, 2025.

January

₱2,406

February

₱2,521

March

₱2,750

April

₱3,037

May

₱3,209

June

₱3,438

July

₱3,896

August

₱3,495

September

₱3,266

October

₱2,979

November

₱2,865

December

₱3,037

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

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in San Jose and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on March 25, 2025.

In San Jose, there are 61 active rental locations from 25 car rental companies. small car is the cheapest car type to rent in San Jose in the past week - currently priced from ₱2,221/day. View deals for 5 car types available to rent in this destination:

Economy

Economy

₱2,132+

Compact

Compact

₱2,221+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₱2,405+

Full-size

Full-size

₱3,153+

Minivan

Minivan

₱3,025+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₱3,887+

Premium

Premium

₱3,488+

Supplier choice sedan

Supplier choice sedan

₱2,191+

Compare available car types for rental in San Jose

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in San Jose to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on March 25, 2025.

Small cars

₱1,472 - ₱11,871

All Car Types

₱1,816 - ₱11,871

To rent a small car in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱2,273/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a small car in San Jose, the United States (~₱1,472/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~₱11,871/day). In fact, October is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Jose, renting a small car saves you 44% 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 Jose small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱1,221/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in San Jose, the United States (~₱1,479/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~₱3,479/day). In fact, September is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Jose, renting a medium car saves you 70% 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 Jose medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱2,528/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a large car in San Jose, the United States (~₱3,701/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~₱7,664/day). In fact, November is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Jose, renting a large car saves you 38% 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 Jose large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱2,239/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in San Jose, the United States (~₱3,126/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~₱7,817/day). In fact, March is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Jose, renting a SUV saves you 45% 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 Jose SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai Accent₱2,221/day
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Hyundai Accent
Honda Brio₱2,443/day
2
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Honda Brio

Top rental agencies in San Jose

Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Jose known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in San Jose. Reviews were last updated on March 25, 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in San Jose, including Hertz, Budget and Alamo in San Jose. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Hertz

6.3
Okay
63 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
58 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.1

Alamo

8.4
Very good
25 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

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
14 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.0

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

Airport Van

6.0
Okay
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Best San Jose car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in San Jose. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in San Jose with an average daily rate of ₱3,042. Data was last updated on March 25, 2025.
Peruse the best San Jose car rental deals we've found. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Hyundai Accent₱2,221/day
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Hyundai Accent
Ford EcoSport₱2,404/day
4
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A/C
Ford EcoSport
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios₱2,405/day
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A/C
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Jose, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on March 25, 2025.
  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in San Jose?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in San Jose from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar (₱2,191/day), Budget (₱2,221/day), and Europcar (₱3,049/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Alamo (8.4 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.2 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in San Jose.

  • What are gas prices like in San Jose?

    The average gas price in San Jose is ₱51.58/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₱2,321 and ₱3,352 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    Dollar is one of the most popular car rental companies in San Jose, offering car rentals for around ₱17,743 per week on average.

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

    Renting your favorite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 39% in San Jose - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in San Jose?

    Typically how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For San Jose however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

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

  • What car do most people rent in San Jose?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Mini (Chrysler Pacifica) in San Jose, making it the most popular option.

Van rentals in San Jose

Find van rental deals in San Jose from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in San Jose cost an average of ₱5,420 per day. Price data was last updated on March 25, 2025.
If you're in need of a larger vehicle, check out some of the deals we've found on van rentals in San Jose. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly adding new deals so check back soon if you're not finding the one right for you.
Toyota Innova₱3,025/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota Innova₱4,489/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota Innova₱4,638/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova

Car rentals by fuel type in San Jose

Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Jose. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in San Jose. Deals were last updated on March 25, 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Jose. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (₱38+).

Electric

Electric

₱38+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₱116+

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