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Cheap Car Rentals in San Diego Airport from C$ 23
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 Airport with a pick-up date of 11/11 and drop-off date of 18/11. 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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San Diego Airport car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in San Diego Airport. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 October 2025.
Most popular company | THRIFTY |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | C$ 73 |
Cheapest price per day | C$ 23 |
Popular car types in San Diego Airport
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in San Diego Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 22 October 2025.
There are 64 rental agencies servicing San Diego Airport. These agencies, altogether, have 150 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? small car is the cheapest car type to rent at San Diego Airport with prices from C$ 23 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can rent at San Diego Airport:
Economy
C$ 23+
Compact
C$ 30+
Intermediate
C$ 32+
Standard
C$ 38+
Full-size
C$ 32+
Minivan
C$ 67+
Full-size SUV
C$ 58+
Premium
C$ 49+
Premium SUV
C$ 67+
Supplier choice
C$ 26+
Compact SUV
C$ 38+
Standard SUV
C$ 45+
Intermediate SUV
C$ 45+
Compare car rental deals at San Diego Airport by type
Here are the best San Diego Airport small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best San Diego Airport medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best San Diego Airport large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best San Diego Airport SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Nissan VersaC$ 23/day
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Kia SoulC$ 33/day
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Best car rental deals found at San Diego Airport
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in San Diego Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in San Diego Airport with an average daily rate of C$ 44. Data was last updated on 22 October 2025.
Dodge JourneyC$ 45/day
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BMW X3C$ 47/day
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Mitsubishi OutlanderC$ 38/day
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Cheapflights insights for San Diego Airport car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in San Diego Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car at San Diego Airport?
For the best savings on car rentals at San Diego Airport, make your reservation 14 days before pickup. The average price then is just C$ 46/day – about 12% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest rental car company at San Diego Airport?
U-Save is currently the cheapest rental car company at San Diego Airport with deals as low as C$ 24.85/day found in the past two weeks. Economy Rent a Car is another inexpensive option with rates as low as C$ 28.26/day.
What is the best car rental company at San Diego Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company at San Diego Airport is MEXRENTACAR (rated 3.5/10 with 171 reviews). Alamo (rated 8.9/10 with 33 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
MEXRENTACAR
3.5
Alamo
8.9
Dollar
6.2
All Star Rent a Van
0.0
What is the cheapest month to rent a car at San Diego Airport?
The cheapest month to rent a car at San Diego Airport is January, when you can expect to pay C$ 45/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car at San Diego Airport is July (C$ 72/day on average). The average daily rental 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 rent.
January
C$ 45
February
C$ 55
March
C$ 60
April
C$ 59
May
C$ 49
June
C$ 63
July
C$ 72
August
C$ 60
September
C$ 51
October
C$ 55
November
C$ 56
December
C$ 67
What car do most people rent at San Diego Airport?
The most popular types of cars to rent in San Diego Airport are the following: Intermediate rentals (Toyota RAV4 or similar), Passenger Van rentals (Chrysler Pacifica or similar), and Mini rentals (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar).
Which car rental company has the most locations at San Diego Airport?
At San Diego Airport, ADDCAR RENTAL , Dollar, MEXRENTACAR , and Priceless have 2 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in San Diego Airport
Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Diego Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in San Diego Airport. Reviews were last updated on 22 October 2025.
MEXRENTACAR
171 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
4.5
Comfort
4.3
Overall
3.5
Pick-up/drop-off
3.5
Value
3.8
Alamo
33 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Overall
8.9
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
8.4
Dollar
57 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.1
Overall
6.2
Pick-up/drop-off
6.3
Value
6.4
All Star Rent a Van
1 location
Priceless
2 locations
Ace Rent-a-Car
1 location
Advantage
1 location
Airport Van
1 location
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Diego Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 October 2025.
What is the cheapest rental car found at San Diego Airport?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 52/day when booking a rental car at San Diego Airport. The best deal a user found was for C$ 36/day from NU Car, booked on Oct. 19.
Which car rental providers are at San Diego Airport?
There are 10 car rental providers located at San Diego Airport. The following companies can be found near the San Diego Airport car rental counter:Silvercar (10.0)Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9.1)Alamo (8.9)National (8.6)Hertz (7.5)Budget (7.4)Avis (7.1)Sixt (7.1)U-Save (6.3)Dollar (6.2)
How much does it cost to rent a car at San Diego Airport for a week from Thrifty?
Thrifty offers rental cars at San Diego Airport for about C$ 342 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month at San Diego Airport?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month at San Diego Airport check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much does it cost to rent a car at San Diego Airport for a month?
We’ve recently found that NU Car offers you prices that are 58% cheaper than the average rate available for a long-term rental. The average cost of a car rental at San Diego Airport for a month is C$ 1,468. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.
Car rentals by fuel type in San Diego Airport
Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Diego Airport. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in San Diego Airport. Deals were last updated on 22 October 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Diego Airport. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (C$ 31+).
Electric
C$ 31+
Gas/Diesel
C$ 40+
Hybrid
C$ 43+