San Francisco

Cheap Car Rentals in San Francisco from ₱1,487

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 11/25 and drop-off date of 12/9. 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 2025

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 August 31, 2025.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of gas per litre

₱64.80

Average price per day

₱1,761

Cheapest price per day

₱1,487

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 August 31, 2025.

There are currently 96 rental locations operating in San Francisco spread across 39 car rental agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to rent in San Francisco is small car at ₱1,487 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for renting in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Compact

Compact

₱1,487+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₱1,833+

Standard

Standard

₱1,966+

Full-size

Full-size

₱1,681+

Minivan

Minivan

₱4,225+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₱2,493+

Premium

Premium

₱2,126+

Passenger van

Passenger van

₱4,971+

Compare car rental deals in San Francisco by type

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

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

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

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

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

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

Honda City₱1,487/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City
Toyota Avanza₱1,584/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza

Best car rental deals found in San Francisco

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 ₱2,414. Data was last updated on August 31, 2025.
Honda City₱1,487/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City
Toyota Avanza₱1,584/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Toyota Camry₱1,681/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Camry

Cheapflights insights for San Francisco car rentals

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

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

To get the best deal on a rental car in San Francisco, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around ₱2,592, which is about 4,639% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest rental car company in San Francisco?

In San Francisco, the most affordable rental car company right now is Thrifty, offering prices from just ₱1,456.48/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hertz, with rates starting at ₱1,685.80/day.

What is the best car rental company in San Francisco?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in San Francisco is Sixt (rated 7.8/10 with 112 reviews). Budget (rated 7.3/10 with 126 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At San Francisco, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just ₱2,423. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging ₱3,606 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 Francisco, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just ₱2,423. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging ₱3,606 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

₱2,423

February

₱2,761

March

₱2,930

April

₱3,099

May

₱3,212

June

₱3,324

July

₱3,606

August

₱3,550

September

₱3,155

October

₱3,043

November

₱2,648

December

₱3,212

What car do most people rent in San Francisco?

Full-size rentals (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting San Francisco. Passenger van rentals (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy rentals (Honda Fit or similar).

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. National has the second highest number of locations in San Francisco at 7.

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 August 31, 2025.

Sixt

7.8
Good
112 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

Budget

7.3
Good
126 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.0

Thrifty

5.2
Fair
188 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.3

Dollar

5.0
Fair
116 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.3

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.3

Alamo

8.8
Very good
46 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very good
36 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.2

Avis

6.8
Okay
50 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.8

Hertz

6.2
Okay
91 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.2

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 August 31, 2025.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in San Francisco?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₱1,761/day when booking a rental car in San Francisco. The best deal a user found was for ₱1,757/day from Dollar, booked on Aug. 24.

  • 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 ₱12,329 per week on average.

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

    ₱0 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 Compact rental vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of September, you can expect to find car rental prices on Cheapflights for as low as ₱0/day.

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 August 31, 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Francisco. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (₱31+).

Electric

Electric

₱31+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

₱143+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₱34+

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