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Cheap Car Rentals in San Diego from C$ 24

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 with a pick-up date of 1/6 and drop-off date of 8/6. 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 car rentals in 2025

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 23 May 2025.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.27

Average price per day

C$ 55

Cheapest price per day

C$ 24

Cheapest time to rent a car in San Diego

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San Diego 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 23 May 2025.

January

C$ 49

February

C$ 52

March

C$ 58

April

C$ 63

May

C$ 62

June

C$ 73

July

C$ 79

August

C$ 72

September

C$ 62

October

C$ 69

November

C$ 66

December

C$ 72

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 23 May 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can rent in San Diego this past week from 149 rental locations out of 63 rental agencies. Prices for a San Diego small car rental start from C$ 24/day. Check out available deals for 6 car types currently offered at listed car rental agencies here:

Economy

Economy

C$ 24+

Compact

Compact

C$ 29+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 30+

Standard

Standard

C$ 40+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 32+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 67+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 68+

Premium

Premium

C$ 42+

Compare available car types for rental in San Diego

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in San Diego to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 23 May 2025.

Small cars

C$ 48 - C$ 95

All Car Types

C$ 66 - C$ 102

To rent a small car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 72/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in San Diego, the United States (~C$ 48/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~C$ 95/day). In fact, May is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Diego, renting a small car saves you 15% 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. Here are the best San Diego small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 67/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in San Diego, the United States (~C$ 53/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 77/day). In fact, May is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Diego, renting a medium car saves you 20% 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. Here are the best San Diego medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 104/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a large car in San Diego, the United States (~C$ 68/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~C$ 140/day). In fact, September is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Diego, renting a large car is 20% more expensive. 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. Here are the best San Diego large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 78/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in San Diego, the United States (~C$ 63/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~C$ 101/day). In fact, April is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Diego, renting a SUV saves you 8% 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. Here are the best San Diego SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 136/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a van in San Diego, the United States (~C$ 108/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 188/day). In fact, April is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Diego, renting a van is 39% more expensive. 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. Here are the best San Diego van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 117/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in San Diego, the United States (~C$ 88/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~C$ 141/day). In fact, July is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Diego, renting a luxury car is 29% more expensive. 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. Here are the best San Diego luxury car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 136/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in San Diego, the United States (~C$ 112/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~C$ 161/day). In fact, April is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Diego, renting a convertible is 39% more expensive. 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.

Ford FiestaC$ 24/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Nissan SentraC$ 29/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sentra
Hyundai VenueC$ 33/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Venue

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 23 May 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in San Diego, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Avis. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
105 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.3

Budget

6.5
Okay
116 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Avis

6.4
Okay
146 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.5

Hertz

5.8
Fair
309 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

MEXRENTACAR

3.8
Poor
222 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.5

Comfort

4.3

Overall

3.7

Pick-up/drop-off

3.6

Value

4.0

Sixt

7.0
Good
75 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.8

Dollar

6.3
Okay
56 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Thrifty

5.7
Fair
64 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

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 C$ 43. Data was last updated on 23 May 2025.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the San Diego area. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Ford FiestaC$ 24/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Nissan SentraC$ 29/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sentra
Chevrolet CruzeC$ 30/day
5
M
A/C
Chevrolet Cruze

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 23 May 2025.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in San Diego?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 55/day when booking a rental car in San Diego. The best deal a user found was for C$ 32/day from U-Save, booked on May 18.

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

    Dollar offers rental cars in San Diego for about C$ 341 per week on average.

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

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in San Diego for a month?

    Our recent data shows that U-Save can potentially be 66% below the average car rental price in San Diego. Check prices and availability for U-Save and save on this extended rental. The cost of renting a vehicle in San Diego is on average C$ 1,461 a month or C$ 49 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your San Diego car rental.

  • How much is a car rental in San Diego for a weekend?

    For a weekend car rental in San Diego, you can expect the average price to be around C$ 126. Usually a Supplier choice rental in San Diego is your cheapest weekend car rental option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car rental types. If you do opt for renting a Supplier choice for June, it will cost approximately C$ 84 per day.

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 23 May 2025.

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 (C$ 25+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 25+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 29+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 31+

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