San Diego

Cheap Car Hire in San Diego from ₹ 1,702

San Diego, CA, United States
8 Dec — 15 Dec
Driver's age: 26-65
San Diego, CA, United States
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San Diego car rentals in 2023

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in San Diego. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 December 2023.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

₹ 79

Average price per day

₹ 94

Cheapest price per day

₹ 40

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in San Diego?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San Diego and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 1 December 2023.

January

₹ 3,334

February

₹ 4,001

March

₹ 4,418

April

₹ 4,084

May

₹ 3,667

June

₹ 4,251

July

₹ 4,584

August

₹ 4,251

September

₹ 3,667

October

₹ 4,001

November

₹ 3,751

December

₹ 4,501

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in San Diego is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in San Diego

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in San Diego and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 1 December 2023.

There are 60 hire agencies servicing San Diego. These agencies, altogether, have 134 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? medium car is the cheapest car type to hire in San Diego with prices from ₹ 1,702 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in San Diego:

Compare available car types for rental in San Diego

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in San Diego to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 December 2023.

Small cars

₹ 3,372 - ₹ 5,219

All Car Types

₹ 5,407 - ₹ 8,318

To hire a small car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 4,539/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in San Diego, the United States (~₹ 3,372/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~₹ 5,219/day). In fact, June is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Diego, hiring a small car saves you 29% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best San Diego small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 5,707/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in San Diego, the United States (~₹ 3,174/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~₹ 7,787/day). In fact, February is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Diego, hiring a medium car saves you 11% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best San Diego medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 6,926/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in San Diego, the United States (~₹ 4,354/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~₹ 10,873/day). In fact, January is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Diego, hiring a large car is 8% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 6,189/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in San Diego, the United States (~₹ 4,704/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~₹ 10,544/day). In fact, July is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Diego, hiring a SUV saves you 4% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best San Diego SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 6,538/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a van in San Diego, the United States (~₹ 3,706/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~₹ 11,697/day). In fact, June is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Diego, hiring a van is 3% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a luxury car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 4,231/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in San Diego, the United States (~₹ 3,608/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~₹ 9,493/day). In fact, January is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Diego, hiring a luxury car saves you 34% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a convertible in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 7,916/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in San Diego, the United States (~₹ 4,552/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~₹ 24,335/day). In fact, January is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Diego, hiring a convertible is 20% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Ford Ikon₹ 1,855/day
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Top rental agencies in San Diego

Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Diego known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in San Diego. Reviews were last updated on 1 December 2023.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in San Diego, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Dollar and Budget. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.9
Good
333 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.8

Dollar

6.8
Okay
222 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.8

Budget

6.6
Okay
174 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Avis

6.5
Okay
293 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Economy Rent a Car

6.0
Okay
104 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

6.3

Hertz

5.9
Fair
721 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.0

Ace

4.4
Mediocre
150 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.1

Comfort

4.9

Overall

4.2

Pick-up/drop-off

4.2

Value

4.5

MEXRENTACAR

3.9
Poor
233 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.6

Comfort

4.5

Overall

3.8

Pick-up/drop-off

3.7

Value

4.1

Best San Diego car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in San Diego. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in San Diego with an average daily rate of ₹ 1,857. Data was last updated on 1 December 2023.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the San Diego area. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Diego, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 December 2023.

What is the cheapest hire car found in San Diego?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 7,824/day when booking a car hire in San Diego. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 3,324/day from Payless, booked on Jul. 28.

What car hire company is typically the cheapest in San Diego?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in San Diego from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz (₹ 1,702/day), Thrifty (₹ 1,855/day), and Alamo (₹ 2,883/day).

Which car hire company is considered to be the best in San Diego?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Advantage (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.9 rating) and Alamo (8.9 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in San Diego.

What are petrol prices like in San Diego?

The average price of petrol in San Diego is ₹ 79/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 3,564 and ₹ 5,147 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

How much does it cost to hire a car in San Diego for a week from Hertz?

From Hertz you can hire a car in San Diego from about ₹ 60,475 per week on average.

How far in advance should I hire a car in San Diego for the best price?

Booking your car hire early can save you up to 37%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in San Diego.

Can I rent a car for a month in San Diego?

Yes, you can rent a car for a month in San Diego check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

The monthly cost of a car rental in San Diego is ₹ 259,180 (₹ 8,639/day) on average.

How much is a car hire in San Diego for a weekend?

₹ 0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in San Diego, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to San Diego, then opt for a Intermediate hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of January, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as ₹ 3,740/day.

What car do most people hire in San Diego?

The most popular car chosen by those travelling to San Diego is Economy (Toyota RAV4) based on our Cheapflights data.

Small car rentals in San Diego

Find small car rental deals in San Diego from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in San Diego cost an average of ₹ 5,167 per day. Price data was last updated on 1 December 2023.

Luxury car rentals in San Diego

Find luxury car rental deals in San Diego from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in San Diego cost an average of ₹ 4,623 per day. Price data was last updated on 1 December 2023.
Ride in luxury during your trip to San Diego by selecting one of these great deals we've found. Check back soon for more options if you're not finding the right car rental for you and your fellow passengers.
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