Cheapflights insights for San Luis Obispo car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in San Luis Obispo, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in San Luis Obispo?
To get the best deal on a rental car in San Luis Obispo, book about 87 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around ₱2,400, which is about 3,790% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in San Luis Obispo?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in San Luis Obispo is Avis (rated 8.1/10 with 35 reviews). Budget (rated 7.0/10 with 35 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in San Luis Obispo?
The cheapest month to rent a car in San Luis Obispo is January where you can expect to pay ₱3,143/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in San Luis Obispo is July (₱3,828/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
₱3,143
February
₱3,314
March
₱3,428
April
₱3,371
May
₱3,428
June
₱3,771
July
₱3,828
August
₱3,714
September
₱3,371
October
₱3,371
November
₱3,771
December
₱3,771
What car do most people rent in San Luis Obispo?
The most popular types of cars to rent in San Luis Obispo are the following: Full-size rentals (Class Full-size Car or similar), Mini rentals (Chrysler Pacifica or similar), and Commercial rentals (Chevrolet Express Cargo or similar).
Which car rental company has the most locations in San Luis Obispo?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second highest number of locations in San Luis Obispo at 3.
Top rental agencies in San Luis Obispo
Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Luis Obispo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car rental companies in San Luis Obispo. Reviews were last updated on September 16, 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Luis Obispo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on September 16, 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in San Luis Obispo?
Typically how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For San Luis Obispo however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.