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Cheap Car Rentals in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport from C$ 138
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport with a pick-up date of 19/10 and drop-off date of 26/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Popular car types in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 6 October 2026.
SUV is the cheapest car type you can rent at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport this past week from 161 rental locations out of 67 rental agencies. Prices for a San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport SUV rental start from C$ 138/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car rental agencies here:
Economy
C$ 151+
Compact
C$ 155+
Intermediate
C$ 155+
Standard
C$ 186+
Full-size
C$ 170+
Minivan
C$ 173+
Full-size SUV
C$ 162+
Intermediate SUV
C$ 138+
Standard SUV
C$ 150+
Best car rental deals found at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 7 rental car agencies in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport with an average daily rate of C$ 164. Data was last updated on 6 October 2026.
Nissan VersaC$ 151/day
Kia SportageC$ 138/day
Ford EscapeC$ 150/day
Cheapflights insights for San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport?
For the best savings on car rentals at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport, make your reservation 3 days before pickup. The average price then is just C$ 57/day – about 19% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport is Budget (rated 7.5/10 with 8 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.4/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Budget
7.5
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.4
Hertz
5.4
Avis
4.6
What is the cheapest month to rent a car at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport?
Planning a car rental at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport? April is the cheapest month, costing about C$ 61 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive month, with an average daily rate of C$ 74. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
C$ 63
February
C$ 67
March
C$ 70
April
C$ 61
May
C$ 68
June
C$ 71
July
C$ 68
August
C$ 74
September
C$ 68
October
C$ 64
November
C$ 70
December
C$ 74
Which car rental company has the most locations at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport?
At San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Hertz have 2 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport
Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 7 car rental companies in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport. Reviews were last updated on 6 October 2026.
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Budget
8 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.7
Overall
7.5
Pick-up/drop-off
7.5
Value
7.7
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car
2 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.5
Overall
7.4
Pick-up/drop-off
7.3
Value
7.1
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Hertz
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.4
Comfort
6.2
Overall
5.4
Pick-up/drop-off
5.5
Value
5.7
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Avis
7 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.4
Comfort
6.4
Overall
4.6
Pick-up/drop-off
6.2
Value
5.3
Recent reviews
2.0
|Apr 2023Avis gave me a reservation for 36 days of renting a car at a specific price. Some days after the car was returned, I realized they had split the 36 days into two separate rentals, with a total price increase of $69, about 7.5%, The rental office at McCellan Palomar airport in Carlsbad, CA, has not been helpful. Partly they do not recognize that their charges should simply be equal to their reservation. Partly they do not recognize that a limitation in their billing system (no rentals longer than 31 days) does not entitle Avis to increase its price. Lastly they claim that only Corpoate can adjust the second rental to make the total price equal to the reservation. So now I must chase at another place.
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Easirent
1 location
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EZ Van
1 location
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Zeeba Rent-A-Van
1 location
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 October 2026.
What is the cheapest rental car found at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 56/day when booking a rental car at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport. The best deal a user found was for C$ 24/day from Turo, booked on Oct. 3.
Which car rental providers are at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport?
There are 2 car rental providers located at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport. The following companies can be found near the San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport car rental counter:Budget (7.5)Avis (4.0)
How much does it cost to rent a car at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport for a week from Payless?
Payless is a popular option for travellers looking for car rental at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport. You can expect the average cost of a rental car to be about C$ 422 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much does it cost to rent a car at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport for a month?
Turo currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 72% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport. Typically, a monthly car rental at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport can be found for C$ 1,808. You can find car rental deals to be on average C$ 60 a day.
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