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Cheap Car Rentals in Carlsbad, CA

Carlsbad, CA, United States
15 May — 22 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Carlsbad, CA, United States
Wed 15/5
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Wed 22/5
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Carlsbad?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Carlsbad, CA 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 8 May 2024.

January

RM 251

February

RM 341

March

RM 322

April

RM 312

May

RM 255

June

RM 317

July

RM 322

August

RM 331

September

RM 326

October

RM 326

November

RM 284

December

RM 284

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Carlsbad is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is February. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Carlsbad, CA

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Carlsbad, CA to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 May 2024.

Top rental agencies in Carlsbad, CA

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Carlsbad, CA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car rental companies in Carlsbad, CA. Reviews were last updated on 8 May 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Carlsbad, including Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Hertz

9.2
Wonderful
16 reviews•3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

10.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.7
Very Good
8 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.5

Budget

6.8
Okay
13 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.9

Avis

6.0
Okay
23 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

5.9

Zeeba Rent-A-Van

2 locations
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EZ Van

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Carlsbad, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 May 2024.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Carlsbad?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (9.2 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.6 rating) and Budget (6.8 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Carlsbad.

  • What are petrol prices like in Carlsbad?

    The average price of petrol in Carlsbad is RM 4.93/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 222 and RM 320 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Carlsbad for the best price?

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 84% in Carlsbad - we recommend booking at least 80days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Carlsbad?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Carlsbad it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Carlsbad?

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

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