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San Diego car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in San Diego. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2026.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

RM 4.67

Average price per day

RM 148

Cheapest price per day

RM 117

Cheapflights insights for San Diego car rentals

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in San Diego, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around RM 146, which is about 211% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in San Diego?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in San Diego is Budget (rated 6.5/10 with 128 reviews). Avis (rated 6.3/10 with 142 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in San Diego is January, when you can expect to pay RM 138/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in San Diego is July (RM 217/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

RM 138

February

RM 174

March

RM 205

April

RM 194

May

RM 166

June

RM 194

July

RM 217

August

RM 202

September

RM 162

October

RM 186

November

RM 174

December

RM 213

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 15 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in San Diego at 12.

Top rental agencies in San Diego

Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Diego known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in San Diego. Reviews were last updated on 15 April 2026.

Budget

6.5
Okay
128 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Avis

6.3
Okay
142 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.4

Hertz

5.7
Fair
261 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.9

MEXRENTACAR

3.5
Poor
140 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.3

Comfort

4.1

Overall

3.5

Pick-up/drop-off

3.4

Value

3.8

Sixt

7.2
Good
53 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.1
Good
79 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.0

Dollar

5.8
Fair
51 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Thrifty

5.5
Fair
55 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.8

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Diego, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in San Diego?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 148/day when booking a car hire in San Diego. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 117/day from Hertz, booked on Apr. 11.

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

    Hertz is one of the top picks in San Diego. They can have you in a hire car for about RM 1,036 per week on average.

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

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

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

    You can potentially save up to 19% on a month-long rental by booking with Hertz. Hertz is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in San Diego can cost you on average RM 4,440 a month or RM 148 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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