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Cheap Car Rentals in San Francisco from RM 188

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 7/1 and drop-off date of 9/1. 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 2024

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 8 December 2024.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

RM 5.13

Average price per day

RM 213

Cheapest price per day

RM 188

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San Francisco 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 December 2024.

January

RM 176

February

RM 212

March

RM 238

April

RM 238

May

RM 260

June

RM 273

July

RM 309

August

RM 291

September

RM 260

October

RM 247

November

RM 212

December

RM 238

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in San Francisco 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 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 8 December 2024.

At RM 188/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in San Francisco in the past week. Out of 38 car hire agencies operating in San Francisco, there are, in total, 99 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

RM 188+

Compact

Compact

RM 196+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 204+

Standard

Standard

RM 250+

Full-size

Full-size

RM 209+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 301+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 269+

Luxury

Luxury

RM 216+

Compare available car types for rental in San Francisco

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in San Francisco 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 December 2024.

Small cars

RM 177 - RM 378

All Car Types

RM 191 - RM 332

To rent a small car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 256/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in San Francisco, the United States (~RM 177/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~RM 378/day). In fact, January is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Francisco, renting a small car 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 Francisco small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 245/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in San Francisco, the United States (~RM 168/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~RM 305/day). In fact, January is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Francisco, renting a medium car saves you 8% 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 Francisco medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 300/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a large car in San Francisco, the United States (~RM 124/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 486/day). In fact, November is about 59% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Francisco, renting a large car is 12% 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. Here are the best San Francisco large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 261/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in San Francisco, the United States (~RM 198/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~RM 329/day). In fact, October is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Francisco, renting a SUV saves you 2% 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 Francisco SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 292/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a van in San Francisco, the United States (~RM 145/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~RM 669/day). In fact, February is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Francisco, renting a van is 9% 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 rent a luxury car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 180/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in San Francisco, the United States (~RM 210/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 591/day). In fact, May is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Francisco, renting a luxury car saves you 32% 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 Francisco luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Proton SagaRM 188/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Proton PersonaRM 196/day
4
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Proton SagaRM 217/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga

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 8 December 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the San Francisco area such as Sixt, Budget and Hertz. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Sixt

7.6
Good
121 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.5

Budget

7.4
Good
126 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.0

Hertz

6.3
Okay
127 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Thrifty

5.7
Fair
210 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.7

Dollar

5.3
Fair
113 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.5

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
55 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
56 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.4

Avis

6.9
Okay
51 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.9

Best San Francisco car rental deals found

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 RM 230. Data was last updated on 8 December 2024.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the San Francisco area. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Proton SagaRM 188/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Proton PersonaRM 196/day
4
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Honda FitRM 204/day
5
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

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 8 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in San Francisco?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 213/day when booking a car hire in San Francisco. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 152/day from Thrifty, booked on Dec. 1.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in San Francisco?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in San Francisco from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar (RM 194/day), Budget (RM 196/day), and Fox (RM 207/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (9.1 rating), Alamo (8.8 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in San Francisco.

  • What are petrol prices like in San Francisco?

    The average price of petrol in San Francisco is RM 5.13/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 231 and RM 333 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Thrifty is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in San Francisco. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about RM 887 per week.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 28% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in San Francisco.

  • 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?

    Our recent data shows that Thrifty can potentially be 18% below the average car hire price in San Francisco. Check prices and availability for Thrifty and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in San Francisco is on average RM 3,803 a month or RM 127 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your San Francisco car hire.

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

    RM 0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in San Francisco. To save money, consider booking a Supplier choice car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in January, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as RM 0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in San Francisco?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to San Francisco is Standard (Nissan Rogue) based on our Cheapflights data.

Luxury car rentals in San Francisco

Find luxury car rental deals in San Francisco from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in San Francisco cost an average of RM 450 per day. Price data was last updated on 8 December 2024.
Some of the most suitable options we've found on luxury car rentals within San Francisco. Be sure that the car type, dates, pickup location and other key details suit your needs.
BMW 3 SeriesRM 216/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 217/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 273/day
5
M
BMW 3 Series

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 8 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Francisco. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (RM 43+).

Electric

Electric

RM 43+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 99+

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