San Luis Obispo

Cheap Car Rentals in San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo, CA, United States
26 Apr — 3 May
Driver's age: 26-65
San Luis Obispo, CA, United States
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in San Luis Obispo?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San Luis Obispo 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 19 April 2024.

January

RM 262

February

RM 253

March

RM 267

April

RM 305

May

RM 300

June

RM 324

July

RM 320

August

RM 315

September

RM 305

October

RM 296

November

RM 281

December

RM 253

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in San Luis Obispo is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is June. 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 San Luis Obispo

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in San Luis Obispo to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 April 2024.

Top rental agencies in San Luis Obispo

Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Luis Obispo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car rental companies in San Luis Obispo. Reviews were last updated on 19 April 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving San Luis Obispo, such as Avis, Budget and Hertz. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Avis

8.1
Very Good
57 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.7

Budget

7.1
Good
66 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

7.2

Hertz

7.6
Good
21 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.8
Okay
21 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.3

Easirent

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Luis Obispo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 April 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in San Luis Obispo?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (8.1 rating), Hertz (7.6 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in San Luis Obispo.

  • What are petrol prices like in San Luis Obispo?

    The average price of petrol in San Luis Obispo is RM 4.88/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 219 and RM 317 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 43% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 88 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in San Luis Obispo.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in San Luis Obispo?

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For San Luis Obispo however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What car do most people hire in San Luis Obispo?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to San Luis Obispo is Economy (Kia Rio) based on our Cheapflights data.

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