Cheapflights insights for San Luis Obispo car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in San Luis Obispo, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in San Luis Obispo?
To get the best deal on a rental car in San Luis Obispo, book about 87 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around HK$326, which is about 430% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in San Luis Obispo?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in San Luis Obispo is Avis (rated 8.1/10 with 34 reviews). Budget (rated 7.0/10 with 35 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in San Luis Obispo?
The cheapest month to hire a car in San Luis Obispo is January, when you can expect to pay HK$427/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in San Luis Obispo is July (HK$520/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$427
February
HK$451
March
HK$466
April
HK$466
May
HK$466
June
HK$513
July
HK$521
August
HK$505
September
HK$458
October
HK$451
November
HK$497
December
HK$513
What car do most people rent in San Luis Obispo?
Full-size cars (Class Full-size Car or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting San Luis Obispo. Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in San Luis Obispo?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in San Luis Obispo at 3.
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 29 October 2025.
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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 29 October 2025.
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.