San Francisco

Cheap Car Rentals in San Francisco from C$ 36

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 Francisco with a pick-up date of 3/9 and drop-off date of 15/9. 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 Francisco car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in San Francisco. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 August 2025.

Most popular company

EUROPCAR

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.58

Average price per day

C$ 82

Cheapest price per day

C$ 36

Popular car types in San Francisco

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in San Francisco and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 14 August 2025.

In San Francisco, there are 96 active rental locations from 39 car rental companies. small car is the cheapest car type to rent in San Francisco in the past week - currently priced from C$ 36/day. View deals for 5 car types available to rent in this destination:

Economy

Economy

C$ 36+

Compact

Compact

C$ 36+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 39+

Standard

Standard

C$ 43+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 44+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 82+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 60+

Premium

Premium

C$ 48+

Compare car rental deals in San Francisco by type

Here are the best San Francisco small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Francisco medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Francisco large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Francisco SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Francisco van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Audi A3C$ 36/day
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4
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A/C
Audi A3
Toyota CamryC$ 36/day
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A/C
Toyota Camry

Best car rental deals found in San Francisco

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in San Francisco. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in San Francisco with an average daily rate of C$ 51. Data was last updated on 14 August 2025.
Audi A3C$ 36/day
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Audi A3
Toyota CamryC$ 36/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Camry
Toyota CorollaC$ 39/day
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Toyota Corolla

Cheapflights insights for San Francisco car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in San Francisco, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in San Francisco?

Book your rental car in San Francisco 7 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around C$ 63/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 15% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest rental car company in San Francisco?

In San Francisco, the most affordable rental car company right now is Fox, offering prices from just C$ 29.64/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Thrifty, with rates starting at C$ 32.13/day.

What is the best car rental company in San Francisco?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in San Francisco is Sixt (rated 7.7/10 with 115 reviews). Budget (rated 7.4/10 with 125 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in San Francisco?

At San Francisco, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just C$ 59. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging C$ 90 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In San Francisco, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just C$ 59. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging C$ 90 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

C$ 59

February

C$ 68

March

C$ 72

April

C$ 76

May

C$ 79

June

C$ 81

July

C$ 90

August

C$ 87

September

C$ 79

October

C$ 74

November

C$ 65

December

C$ 79

What car do most people rent in San Francisco?

SUV rentals (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting San Francisco. Luxury rentals (BMW X3 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size rentals (Chevrolet Impala or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in San Francisco?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. National has the second-highest number of locations in San Francisco at 7.

Top rental agencies in San Francisco

Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Francisco known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in San Francisco. Reviews were last updated on 14 August 2025.

Sixt

7.7
Good
115 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Budget

7.4
Good
125 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.0

Thrifty

5.3
Fair
189 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.4

Dollar

5.1
Fair
116 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.4

Alamo

8.8
Very good
47 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very good
38 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.2

Avis

6.7
Okay
52 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.8

Hertz

6.2
Okay
91 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Francisco, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 August 2025.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in San Francisco?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 82/day when booking a rental car in San Francisco. The best deal a user found was for C$ 39/day from Turo, booked on Aug. 10.

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

    Europcar is one of the most popular car rental companies in San Francisco, offering car rentals for around C$ 637 per week on average.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in San Francisco.

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in San Francisco can be found for about C$ 2,728, with the average price for a rental being around C$ 91 a day. Book with Turo, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 67% less compared to the average price of car rentals in San Francisco.

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

    C$ 111 is typically the average cost for a rental car for the weekend in San Francisco, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to San Francisco, then opt for a Supplier choice rental vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of September, you can expect to find car rental prices on Cheapflights for as low as C$ 109/day.

Car rentals by fuel type in San Francisco

Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Francisco. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in San Francisco. Deals were last updated on 14 August 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Francisco. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (C$ 26+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 26+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 30+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 29+

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