San Diego

Cheap Car Hire in San Diego from HK$300

San Diego, CA, United States
26 Mar — 2 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
San Diego, CA, United States
Tue 26-3
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Tue 2-4
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San Diego car rentals in 2024

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 19 March 2024.

Most popular company

MEXRENTACAR

Price of petrol per litre

HK$7.51

Average price per day

HK$214

Cheapest price per day

HK$300

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San Diego 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 March 2024.

January

HK$265

February

HK$344

March

HK$414

April

HK$383

May

HK$351

June

HK$398

July

HK$430

August

HK$398

September

HK$344

October

HK$375

November

HK$344

December

HK$351

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in San Diego 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 Diego

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in San Diego and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in San Diego this past week from 134 hire locations out of 60 hire agencies. Prices for a San Diego small car hire start from HK$300/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

HK$304+

Compact

Compact

HK$300+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$300+

Standard

Standard

HK$321+

Full-size

Full-size

HK$383+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$544+

Premium

Premium

HK$443+

Luxury

Luxury

HK$495+

Compare available car types for rental in San Diego

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in San Diego 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 March 2024.

Small cars

HK$200 - HK$766

All Car Types

HK$193 - HK$1,470

To hire a small car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$229/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in San Diego, the United States (~HK$200/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$766/day). In fact, December is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Diego, hiring a small car saves you 60% 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 Diego small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$275/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in San Diego, the United States (~HK$174/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$811/day). In fact, February is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Diego, hiring a medium car saves you 52% 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 Diego medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$383/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a large car in San Diego, the United States (~HK$498/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~HK$1,652/day). In fact, September is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Diego, hiring a large car saves you 33% 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 Diego large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$400/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in San Diego, the United States (~HK$254/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~HK$1,652/day). In fact, February is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Diego, hiring a SUV saves you 30% 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.

Honda FitHK$300/day
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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 19 March 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in San Diego, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Dollar and Budget. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in San Diego, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Dollar and Budget.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
335 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.7

Dollar

6.8
Okay
223 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.8

Budget

6.6
Okay
178 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Avis

6.5
Okay
299 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.5

Hertz

5.9
Fair
725 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.0

Economy Rent a Car

5.8
Fair
118 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

6.0

Ace

4.4
Mediocre
154 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.1

Comfort

5.0

Overall

4.3

Pick-up/drop-off

4.2

Value

4.6

MEXRENTACAR

3.9
Poor
233 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.6

Comfort

4.5

Overall

3.8

Pick-up/drop-off

3.7

Value

4.1

Best San Diego car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in San Diego. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in San Diego with an average daily rate of HK$364. Data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in San Diego. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Honda FitHK$300/day
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Honda Fit
Toyota CorollaHK$321/day
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Toyota Corolla
Volkswagen GolfHK$331/day
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Volkswagen Golf

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 19 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in San Diego?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$214/day when booking a car hire in San Diego. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$130/day from MEXRENTACAR , booked on Mar. 3.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in San Diego from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar (HK$300/day), Thrifty (HK$331/day), and Budget (HK$336/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Advantage (10.0 rating), Silvercar (10.0 rating) and Alamo (8.8 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in San Diego.

  • What are petrol prices like in San Diego?

    The average price of petrol in San Diego is HK$7.51/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$338 and HK$488 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring a car in San Diego for a week can be a great option for travel. MEXRENTACAR , the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around HK$1,501/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in San Diego 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 38% in San Diego - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in San Diego.

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in San Diego can be found for about HK$6,432, with the average price for a rental being around HK$214 a day. Book with MEXRENTACAR , to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 38% less compared to the average price of car rentals in San Diego.

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

    It costs HK$0 for a weekend car hire in San Diego, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Compact as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in San Diego in April, prices are HK$0 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in San Diego?

    The most popular car to hire while in San Diego is the Ford Escape, which is a Intermediate vehicle.

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Luxury car rentals in San Diego

Find luxury car rental deals in San Diego from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in San Diego cost an average of HK$699 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Browse through some of the best options we've found for luxury car rentals in San Diego. Before completing your reservation, make sure the deal you've selected matches your car rental needs and budget.
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$495/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$534/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$598/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Van rentals in San Diego

Find van rental deals in San Diego from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in San Diego cost an average of HK$368 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van rentals in San Diego. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly adding new deals so check back soon if you're not finding the one right for you.
Toyota NoahHK$321/day
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Toyota Noah
Toyota NoahHK$361/day
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Toyota Noah
Toyota NoahHK$363/day
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Toyota Noah

Car rentals by fuel type in San Diego

Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Diego. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in San Diego. Deals were last updated on 19 March 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Diego. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (HK$40+).

Electric

Electric

HK$40+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$45+

Airport car rentals in San Diego
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