Cheapflights insights for San Jose car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in San Jose, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in San Jose?
For the best savings on car rentals in San Jose, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₱2,483/day – about 4,737% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in San Jose?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in San Jose is Hertz (rated 6.3/10 with 62 reviews). Budget (rated 6.2/10 with 60 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in San Jose?
The cheapest month to rent a car in San Jose is January where you can expect to pay ₱2,370/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in San Jose is July (₱3,725/day on average). The average daily rental price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you rent.
January
₱2,370
February
₱2,483
March
₱2,427
April
₱2,427
May
₱2,878
June
₱3,048
July
₱3,725
August
₱3,386
September
₱3,217
October
₱2,935
November
₱2,878
December
₱2,991
What car do most people rent in San Jose?
The most popular types of cars to rent in San Jose are the following: Mini rentals (Chrysler Pacifica or similar), Passenger van rentals (Chrysler Pacifica or similar), and Compact rentals (Toyota Corolla or similar).
Which car rental company has the most locations in San Jose?
Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 9 locations in San Jose, more than any other rental company in the area.
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 July 9, 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.
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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 July 9, 2025.
How much does it cost to rent a car in San Jose for a week from Hertz?
Hertz is one of the most popular car rental companies in San Jose, offering car rentals for around ₱11,982 per week on average.
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.