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San Diego car rentals in 2026

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 May 20, 2026.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of gas per litre

₱78.35

Average price per day

₱2,849

Cheapest price per day

₱1,967

Cheapflights insights for San Diego car rentals

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

How far in advance should I rent a car in San Diego?

To get the best deal on a rental car in San Diego, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around ₱2,344, which is about 4,852% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest rental car company in San Diego?

In San Diego, the most affordable rental car company right now is Avis, offering prices from just ₱33.05/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hertz, with rates starting at ₱37.16/day.

What is the best car rental company in San Diego?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in San Diego is Budget (rated 6.6/10 with 127 reviews). Avis (rated 6.3/10 with 143 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in San Diego?

At San Diego, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just ₱2,159. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging ₱3,393 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 Diego, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just ₱2,159. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging ₱3,393 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

₱2,159

February

₱2,714

March

₱3,208

April

₱3,023

May

₱2,838

June

₱3,085

July

₱3,393

August

₱3,146

September

₱2,529

October

₱2,900

November

₱2,714

December

₱3,331

Which car rental company has the most locations in San Diego?

Avis has 12 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. All Star Rent a Van has the second highest number of locations in San Diego at 1.

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 May 20, 2026.

Budget

6.6
Okay
127 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.7

Avis

6.3
Okay
143 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.4

Hertz

5.7
Fair
257 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.9

U-Save

6.5
Okay
23 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

7.1

All Star Rent a Van

1 location

National

1 location

Rhodium

1 location

Elita Rent A Car

1 location

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 May 20, 2026.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in San Diego?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₱2,849/day when booking a rental car in San Diego. The best deal a user found was for ₱1,967/day from Dollar, booked on May 10.

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

    Thrifty is one of the top picks in San Diego. They can have you in a rental car for about ₱23,030 per week on average.

  • 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 ₱98,701 if you consider booking with Dollar. That price represents savings of 51% compared to the San Diego average. The monthly cost of a car rental in San Diego is on average ₱98,701 (₱3,290/day).

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