San Jose

Cheap Car Rentals in San Jose, California from ₱1,604

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 Jose with a pick-up date of 5/5 and drop-off date of 5/22. 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 Jose, CA car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in San Jose, CA. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on April 17, 2026.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of gas per litre

₱70.75

Average price per day

₱2,257

Cheapest price per day

₱1,604

Popular car types in San Jose, CA

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in San Jose, CA and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on April 17, 2026.

In San Jose, there are 58 active rental locations from 25 car rental companies. small car is the cheapest car type to rent in San Jose in the past week - currently priced from ₱1,604/day. View deals for 6 car types available to rent in this destination:

Economy

Economy

₱1,697+

Compact

Compact

₱1,604+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₱1,604+

Full-size

Full-size

₱2,139+

Minivan

Minivan

₱2,956+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₱3,830+

Passenger van

Passenger van

₱3,410+

Pickup Truck

Pickup Truck

₱2,839+

Best car rental deals found in San Jose

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in San Jose, CA. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in San Jose, CA with an average daily rate of ₱2,530. Data was last updated on April 17, 2026.
Kia Rio₱1,604/day
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Kia Rio₱1,604/day
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Toyota Avanza₱1,697/day
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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 ₱2,578/day – about 4,896% 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 49 reviews). Budget (rated 6.2/10 with 55 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 ₱2,518/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in San Jose is December (₱3,537/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

₱2,518

February

₱2,938

March

₱2,938

April

₱2,758

May

₱3,058

June

₱3,177

July

₱3,477

August

₱3,417

September

₱2,818

October

₱3,297

November

₱3,177

December

₱3,537

What car do most people rent in San Jose?

The most popular types of cars to rent in San Jose are the following: SUV rentals (Chevrolet Blazer or similar), Intermediate rentals (Ford Escape or similar), and Full-size rentals (Ford Expedition or similar).

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 8 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second highest number of locations in San Jose at 7.

Top rental agencies in San Jose, CA

Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Jose, CA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in San Jose, CA. Reviews were last updated on April 17, 2026.

Hertz

6.3
Okay
49 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.4

Budget

6.2
Okay
55 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.2

Alamo

8.3
Very good
20 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very good
11 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.8

Dollar

7.0
Good
19 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.2

Avis

6.7
Okay
20 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

7.1

Thrifty

6.6
Okay
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.5

Europcar

6.0
Okay
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Jose, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on April 17, 2026.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in San Jose?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₱2,257/day when booking a rental car in San Jose. The best deal a user found was for ₱1,818/day from Hertz, booked on Apr. 11.

  • 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 ₱15,800 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.

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

    You can potentially save up to 22% on a month-long rental by booking with Hertz. Hertz is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in San Jose can cost you on average ₱67,715 a month or ₱2,257 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car rental in San Jose for a weekend?

    ₱0 is typically the average cost for a rental car for the weekend in San Jose, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when traveling to San Jose, then opt for a Compact rental vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of May, you can expect to find car rental prices on Cheapflights for as low as ₱0/day.

Car rentals by fuel type in San Jose, CA

Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Jose, CA. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in San Jose, CA. Deals were last updated on April 17, 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Jose, CA. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (₱35+).

Electric

Electric

₱43+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

₱92+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₱35+

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