Find Rentals
Insights
Agencies
FAQs
San Luis Obispo

Cheap Car Rentals in San Luis Obispo

Driver's age: 25-65
Here’s why our users search for rental cars through Cheapflights

Price trackingHolding out for a great deal? Get notified when prices are reduced.

Customized resultsFilter by rental agency, car type, price range and more.

Unlimited free useSearch as many times as you want with no hidden charges or fees.

San Luis Obispo car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in San Luis Obispo. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on August 4, 2026.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of gas per litre

₱71.28

Average price per day

₱3,103

Cheapest price per day

₱3,071
Search Deals
Search Deals
Search Deals
Search Deals

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 85 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around ₱2,802, which is about 4,570% cheaper than the typical rate.

Find deals

What is the cheapest rental car company in San Luis Obispo?

Looking to rent a car in San Luis Obispo? Avis had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only ₱32.51/day. Budget also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at ₱35.88/day.

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 8.3/10 with 27 reviews). Budget (rated 7.6/10 with 26 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Avis
Avis
8.3
Budget
Budget
7.6
Hertz
Hertz
7.4
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
6.5

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 ₱3,168/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in San Luis Obispo is June (₱4,082/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

₱3,168

February

₱3,351

March

₱3,838

April

₱3,655

May

₱3,594

June

₱4,082

July

₱4,082

August

₱3,777

September

₱3,534

October

₱3,594

November

₱3,594

December

₱3,594

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: Intermediate rentals (Class Intermediate Car or similar), Standard rentals (Toyota Prius or similar), and Luxury rentals (Tesla Model 3 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. Avis has the second highest number of locations in San Luis Obispo at 2.

Find deals

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 August 4, 2026.

Avis

8.3
Very good
27 reviews•2 locations
Check prices
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.7

Budget

7.6
Good
26 reviews•2 locations
Check prices
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.8

Hertz

7.4
Good
2 reviews•3 locations
Check prices
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

6.8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.5
Okay
7 reviews•4 locations
Check prices
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

5.9

Easirent

1 location
Check prices

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 August 4, 2026.

  • What is the cheapest rental car found in San Luis Obispo?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₱3,103/day when booking a rental car in San Luis Obispo. The best deal a user found was for ₱3,071/day from Avis, booked on Aug. 1.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in San Luis Obispo for a week from Avis?

    Avis is one of the top picks in San Luis Obispo. They can have you in a rental car for about ₱21,724 per week on average.

  • 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.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in San Luis Obispo for a month?

    We’ve recently found that Avis offers you prices that are 2% cheaper than the average rate available for a long-term rental. The average cost of a car rental in San Luis Obispo for a month is ₱93,102. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Best Car Rental Deals

We make it easy and fast to find and compare deals from 70,000+ rental locations and hundreds of agencies.

No Surprises

Prices shown to you will be completely in full, without any hidden charges or fees.

Free Cancellation

Plans change — we get it. And that’s why you can search and book rental cars on Cheapflights from agencies that offer free cancellation