San Jose

Cheap Car Hire in San Jose, California from ₹ 2,881

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 Jose with a pick-up date of 19/6 and drop-off date of 1/7. 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 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 14 June 2026.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

₹ 116

Average price per day

₹ 4,568

Cheapest price per day

₹ 2,881

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 14 June 2026.

At ₹ 2,881/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in San Jose in the past week. Out of 25 car hire agencies operating in San Jose, there are, in total, 59 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

₹ 2,881+

Compact

Compact

₹ 2,881+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 2,911+

Standard

Standard

₹ 4,485+

Full-size

Full-size

₹ 3,775+

Minivan

Minivan

₹ 5,606+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 9,650+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

₹ 5,455+

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 ₹ 5,047. Data was last updated on 14 June 2026.
Suzuki Swift₹ 2,881/day
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Suzuki Swift
Hyundai Xcent₹ 2,881/day
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A/C
Hyundai Xcent
Toyota Etios₹ 2,911/day
5
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Toyota Etios

Cheapflights insights for San Jose car rentals

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

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

Book your car hire in San Jose 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around ₹ 4,178/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 7,818% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in San Jose?

Dollar is currently the cheapest car hire company in San Jose with deals as low as ₹ 22/day found in the past two weeks. Avis is another inexpensive option with rates as low as ₹ 24/day.

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 46 reviews). Budget (rated 6.2/10 with 53 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in San Jose is January, when you can expect to pay ₹ 3,988/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in San Jose is December (₹ 5,697/day on average). The average daily car hire 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 hire.

January

₹ 3,988

February

₹ 4,652

March

₹ 4,652

April

₹ 5,032

May

₹ 5,317

June

₹ 5,127

July

₹ 5,507

August

₹ 5,412

September

₹ 4,462

October

₹ 5,222

November

₹ 5,032

December

₹ 5,697

What car do most people rent in San Jose?

Economy cars (Chevrolet Spark, for example) are the most popular in San Jose. Intermediate (Tesla Model 3) and SUV (Mazda CX-5) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting San Jose.

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

Avis has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Payless has the second-highest number of locations in San Jose at 1.

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 14 June 2026.

Hertz

6.3
Okay
46 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.4

Budget

6.2
Okay
53 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.2

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.4

Payless

6.8
Okay
10 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

8.1

Avis

6.7
Okay
18 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

7.1

Thrifty

6.6
Okay
7 reviews5 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

Rhodium

1 location

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 14 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in San Jose?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 4,568/day when booking a car hire in San Jose. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 2,923/day from Thrifty, booked on Jun. 8.

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

    Thrifty is one of the top picks in San Jose. They can have you in a hire car for about ₹ 23,102 per week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in San Jose for a month is certainly possible.

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

    You can potentially save up to 32% on a month-long rental by booking with Thrifty. Thrifty is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in San Jose can cost you on average ₹ 99,008 a month or ₹ 3,300 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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

    Car hire prices in San Jose are typically ₹ 0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to ₹ 0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in July to be on average ₹ 3,771 per 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 14 June 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 (₹ 40+).

Electric

Electric

₹ 56+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 40+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 107+

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