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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San Jose 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 16 September 2024.

January

HK$311

February

HK$382

March

HK$413

April

HK$413

May

HK$436

June

HK$467

July

HK$530

August

HK$467

September

HK$428

October

HK$436

November

HK$382

December

HK$389

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in San Jose 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.

Compare available car types for rental in San Jose

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in San Jose to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 September 2024.

Small cars

HK$283 - HK$757

All Car Types

HK$240 - HK$790

To hire a small car in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$253/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in San Jose, the United States (~HK$283/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$757/day). In fact, May is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Jose, hiring a small 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.

To hire a medium car in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$257/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in San Jose, the United States (~HK$223/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~HK$957/day). In fact, March is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Jose, hiring a medium 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.

To hire a SUV in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$231/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in San Jose, the United States (~HK$250/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~HK$666/day). In fact, September is about 8% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Jose, hiring a SUV saves you 39% 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.

Top rental agencies in San Jose

Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Jose known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in San Jose. Reviews were last updated on 16 September 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in San Jose, including Alamo, Hertz and Budget. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
31 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.2

Hertz

6.4
Okay
70 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.4

Budget

6.3
Okay
56 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
16 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.8

Dollar

7.5
Good
22 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.6

Thrifty

7.3
Good
22 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.0

Avis

7.0
Good
18 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.3

Airport Van

6.0
Okay
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Jose, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 September 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in San Jose?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Alamo (8.5 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.1 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in San Jose.

  • What are petrol prices like in San Jose?

    The average price of petrol in San Jose is HK$7.34/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$330 and HK$477 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Thrifty is one of the top picks in San Jose. They can have you in a hire car for about HK$1,733 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 38% on a hire car in San Jose. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from San Jose it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in San Jose?

    Nissan Versa, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at San Jose according to Cheapflights users.

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