San Diego

Cheap Car Rentals in San Diego from ₱3,030

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 5/28 and drop-off date of 5/31. 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 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 April 23, 2026.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of gas per litre

₱70.93

Average price per day

₱3,189

Cheapest price per day

₱3,030

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 April 23, 2026.

small car is the cheapest car type you can rent in San Diego this past week from 151 rental locations out of 65 rental agencies. Prices for a San Diego small car rental start from ₱3,030/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car rental agencies here:

Economy

Economy

₱1,830+

Compact

Compact

₱2,001+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₱2,872+

Full-size

Full-size

₱3,625+

Minivan

Minivan

₱3,609+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₱3,828+

Convertible

Convertible

₱4,936+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

₱2,872+

Compare car rental deals in San Diego by type

Here are the best San Diego small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Diego medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Diego large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Diego SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Avanza₱3,030/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Honda City₱3,722/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City

Best car rental deals found in San Diego

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 ₱3,549. Data was last updated on April 23, 2026.
Toyota Avanza₱3,030/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Suzuki Jimny₱3,098/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Jimny
Honda BR-V₱3,261/day
5
M
A/C
Honda BR-V

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 ₱2,224, which is about 4,638% 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 Dollar, offering prices from just ₱2,487.62/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Thrifty, with rates starting at ₱2,852.44/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 129 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 ₱2,104. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging ₱3,306 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 ₱2,104. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging ₱3,306 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

₱2,104

February

₱2,644

March

₱3,125

April

₱2,945

May

₱2,524

June

₱2,945

July

₱3,306

August

₱3,065

September

₱2,464

October

₱2,825

November

₱2,644

December

₱3,246

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 15 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second highest number of locations in San Diego at 12.

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 April 23, 2026.

Budget

6.6
Okay
129 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

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

5.6
Fair
260 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.9

MEXRENTACAR

3.4
Poor
139 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.2

Comfort

4.1

Overall

3.4

Pick-up/drop-off

3.4

Value

3.8

Sixt

7.3
Good
52 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2
Good
77 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.0

Dollar

5.8
Fair
51 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Thrifty

5.6
Fair
54 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.8

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 April 23, 2026.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in San Diego?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₱3,189/day when booking a rental car in San Diego. The best deal a user found was for ₱2,196/day from Hertz, booked on Apr. 18.

  • 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 ₱20,245 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 ₱86,763 if you consider booking with Hertz. That price represents savings of 34% compared to the San Diego average. The monthly cost of a car rental in San Diego is on average ₱86,763 (₱2,892/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 May to be on average ₱2,565 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in San Diego

Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Diego. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in San Diego. Deals were last updated on April 23, 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Diego. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (₱61+).

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

₱165+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₱61+

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