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Cheap Car Rentals in San Francisco from ₹ 2,101

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in San Francisco with a pick-up date of 18/7 and drop-off date of 30/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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San Francisco car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in San Francisco. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 July 2025.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

₹ 102

Average price per day

₹ 6,017

Cheapest price per day

₹ 2,101

Popular car types in San Francisco

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in San Francisco and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 5 July 2025.

In San Francisco, there are 97 active hire locations from 39 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in San Francisco in the past week - currently priced from ₹ 2,101/day. View deals for 6 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

₹ 2,101+

Compact

Compact

₹ 2,245+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 2,429+

Standard

Standard

₹ 3,097+

Full-size

Full-size

₹ 3,434+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 3,763+

Luxury

Luxury

₹ 3,260+

Convertible

Convertible

₹ 5,079+

Compare car rental deals in San Francisco by type

Here are the best San Francisco small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Francisco medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Francisco large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Francisco SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Francisco luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Francisco convertible hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20₹ 2,101/day
2
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A/C
Hyundai i20
Tata Indica₹ 2,125/day
2
M
A/C
Tata Indica
Suzuki Swift₹ 2,245/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

Best car rental deals found in San Francisco

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in San Francisco. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in San Francisco with an average daily rate of ₹ 3,167. Data was last updated on 5 July 2025.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the San Francisco area. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Hyundai i20₹ 2,101/day
2
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A/C
Hyundai i20
Tata Indica₹ 2,125/day
2
M
A/C
Tata Indica
Suzuki Swift₹ 2,245/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

Cheapflights insights for San Francisco car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in San Francisco, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in San Francisco?

To get the best deal on car hire in San Francisco, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around ₹ 4,013, which is about 7,139% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in San Francisco?

Looking to hire a car in San Francisco? Dollar had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only ₹ 2,000/day. Thrifty also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at ₹ 2,088/day.

What is the best car rental company in San Francisco?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in San Francisco is Sixt (rated 7.7/10 with 117 reviews). Budget (rated 7.4/10 with 123 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in San Francisco?

Planning to hire a car in San Francisco? January is the cheapest month, costing about ₹ 3,671 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₹ 5,806. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₹ 3,671

February

₹ 4,183

March

₹ 4,440

April

₹ 4,696

May

₹ 4,867

June

₹ 5,037

July

₹ 5,806

August

₹ 5,550

September

₹ 4,867

October

₹ 4,696

November

₹ 4,098

December

₹ 4,867

What car do most people rent in San Francisco?

SUV cars (GMC Yukon or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting San Francisco. Full-size cars (GMC Yukon or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in San Francisco?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in San Francisco at 7.

Top rental agencies in San Francisco

Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Francisco known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in San Francisco. Reviews were last updated on 5 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in San Francisco, including Sixt, Budget and Thrifty. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Sixt

7.7
Good
117 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Budget

7.4
Good
123 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.1

Thrifty

5.4
Fair
197 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.4

Dollar

5.2
Fair
115 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.4

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
46 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
45 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.3

Avis

6.7
Okay
52 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.8

Hertz

6.3
Okay
94 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Francisco, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in San Francisco?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 6,017/day when booking a car hire in San Francisco. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 4,820/day from Fox, booked on Jun. 29.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in San Francisco for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo offers hire cars in San Francisco for about ₹ 50,357 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in San Francisco?

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

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

    The average cost of a car rental in San Francisco for a month is ₹ 215,816. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

  • How much is a car hire in San Francisco for a weekend?

    ₹ 10,387 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in San Francisco. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in August, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as ₹ 4,178 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in San Francisco

Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Francisco. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in San Francisco. Deals were last updated on 5 July 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Francisco. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (₹ 27+).

Electric

Electric

₹ 27+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 32+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 196+

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