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Cheap Car Rentals in San Diego from ₱3,282

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 11/29 and drop-off date of 11/30. 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 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 September 13, 2024.

January

₱1,906

February

₱2,467

March

₱2,972

April

₱2,579

May

₱2,636

June

₱2,916

July

₱3,140

August

₱2,916

September

₱2,467

October

₱2,748

November

₱2,523

December

₱2,523

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.

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 September 13, 2024.

medium car is the cheapest car type you can rent in San Diego this past week from 138 rental locations out of 62 rental agencies. Prices for a San Diego medium car rental start from ₱3,282/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car rental agencies here:

Economy

Economy

₱3,078+

Compact

Compact

₱3,433+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₱3,282+

Full-size

Full-size

₱3,333+

Minivan

Minivan

₱5,503+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₱4,594+

Luxury

Luxury

₱4,587+

Convertible

Convertible

₱6,188+

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 September 13, 2024.

Small cars

₱2,297 - ₱8,269

All Car Types

₱2,270 - ₱9,622

To rent a small car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱3,559/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a small car in San Diego, the United States (~₱2,297/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~₱8,269/day). In fact, September 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 22% 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 Diego small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱2,672/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in San Diego, the United States (~₱2,123/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~₱6,047/day). In fact, December is about 21% 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 42% 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 Diego medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱3,038/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a large car in San Diego, the United States (~₱1,881/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~₱9,580/day). In fact, September is about 39% 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 33% 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 Diego large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱2,679/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in San Diego, the United States (~₱1,923/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~₱6,047/day). In fact, September is about 29% 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 41% 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 Diego SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱4,941/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a van in San Diego, the United States (~₱4,160/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~₱13,964/day). In fact, March is about 16% 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 is 9% 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 Diego van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios₱3,332/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios
Hyundai Accent₱3,433/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent

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 September 13, 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in San Diego, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Avis. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.6
Good
119 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.5

Budget

6.5
Okay
118 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.6

Avis

6.4
Okay
153 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.5

Hertz

5.8
Fair
328 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.0

Ace

4.3
Mediocre
135 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

4.9

Overall

4.2

Pick-up/drop-off

4.1

Value

4.5

MEXRENTACAR

3.9
Poor
242 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.6

Comfort

4.5

Overall

3.9

Pick-up/drop-off

3.8

Value

4.2

Sixt

6.9
Okay
91 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.7

Dollar

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.6

Best San Diego car rental deals found

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 ₱3,876. Data was last updated on September 13, 2024.
Peruse the best San Diego car rental deals we've found. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Nissan Sylphy₱3,282/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Sylphy
Honda Brio₱3,332/day
2
M
A/C
Honda Brio
Hyundai Accent₱3,433/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent

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 September 13, 2024.
  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in San Diego?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in San Diego from the following companies over the past two weeks: Europcar (₱3,282/day), Avis (₱3,433/day), and Dollar (₱3,896/day).

  • 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 Alamo (8.8 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 ₱53.85/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₱2,423 and ₱3,500 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    Budget is one of the top picks in San Diego. They can have you in a rental car for about ₱44,643 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 39% 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 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 Intermediate to save money on your trip to ₱0. Our users have found prices for Intermediate car rentals in October to be on average ₱0 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in San Diego?

    The most popular car to hire while in San Diego is the Volkswagen Tiguan, which is a Standard vehicle.

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Van rentals in San Diego

Find van rental deals in San Diego from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in San Diego cost an average of ₱7,066 per day. Price data was last updated on September 13, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on van rentals in the San Diego area at the moment. Deals are updated frequently to provide users with as many suitable options as possible.
Toyota Innova₱5,503/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota Innova₱5,614/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota Innova₱6,281/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova

Car rentals by fuel type in San Diego

Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Diego. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in San Diego. Deals were last updated on September 13, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Diego. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (₱58+).

Electric

Electric

₱58+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

₱65+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₱135+

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