San Diego

Cheap Car Rentals in San Diego from HK$265

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 Diego with a pick-up date of 20-5 and drop-off date of 25-5. 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 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 13 May 2026.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

HK$9.87

Average price per day

HK$256

Cheapest price per day

HK$265

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 13 May 2026.

large car is the cheapest car type you can hire in San Diego this past week from 157 hire locations out of 65 hire agencies. Prices for a San Diego large car hire start from HK$265/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

HK$331+

Compact

Compact

HK$331+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$337+

Standard

Standard

HK$488+

Full-size

Full-size

HK$265+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$781+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$729+

Premium

Premium

HK$453+

Compare car rental deals in San Diego by type

Here are the best San Diego small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Diego medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mazda Mazda2HK$331/day
2
5
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Mazda Mazda2
Volkswagen GolfHK$331/day
4
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A/C
Volkswagen Golf

Best car rental deals found in San Diego

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$414. Data was last updated on 13 May 2026.
Toyota CamryHK$265/day
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Toyota Camry
BYD e6HK$331/day
2
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A/C
BYD e6
Volkswagen GolfHK$331/day
4
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A/C
Volkswagen Golf

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?

Book your rental car in San Diego 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around HK$297/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 529% off the average price.

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 6.6/10 with 128 reviews). Avis (rated 6.3/10 with 143 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 HK$274/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in San Diego is July (HK$431/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

HK$274

February

HK$344

March

HK$407

April

HK$384

May

HK$352

June

HK$391

July

HK$431

August

HK$399

September

HK$321

October

HK$368

November

HK$344

December

HK$423

What car do most people rent in San Diego?

SUV cars (Ford Expedition, for example) are the most popular in San Diego. Full-size (Chevrolet Equinox) and Passenger van (Chrysler Pacifica) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting San Diego.

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 13 May 2026.

Budget

6.6
Okay
128 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Avis

6.3
Okay
143 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
257 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.9

MEXRENTACAR

3.4
Poor
131 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.2

Comfort

4.1

Overall

3.4

Pick-up/drop-off

3.3

Value

3.8

Sixt

7.4
Good
50 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2
Good
75 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.0

Dollar

5.8
Fair
50 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Thrifty

5.6
Fair
52 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

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 13 May 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in San Diego?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$256/day when booking a car hire in San Diego. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$235/day from Thrifty, booked on May 10.

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

    Hiring a car in San Diego for a week can be a great option for travel. Thrifty, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around HK$1,795/week on average.

  • 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$7,691, with the average price for a rental being around HK$256 a day. Book with Thrifty, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 10% 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 Full-size 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 June, prices are HK$241 per day on average.

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 13 May 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Diego. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (HK$47+).

Electric

Electric

HK$47+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$54+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$106+

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