San Jose

Cheap Car Rentals in San Jose, CA from C$ 41

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San Jose, CA car rentals in 2026

Most popular company

FOX

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.73

Average price per day

C$ 68

Cheapest price per day

C$ 41

Popular car types in San Jose, CA

There are, in total, 60 car rental locations in San Jose that are operated by 26 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can rent (cheapest price last found: C$ 41/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from San Jose rental providers:

Economy

Economy

C$ 41+

Compact

Compact

C$ 54+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 43+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 52+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

C$ 70+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

C$ 54+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 54+

Best car rental deals found in San Jose

Mazda Mazda2C$ 41/day
Mazda Mazda2
Chevrolet CruzeC$ 43/day
Chevrolet Cruze
Nissan SentraC$ 52/day
Nissan Sentra

Cheapflights insights for San Jose car rentals

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

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

Book your rental car in San Jose 7 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around C$ 66/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 22% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest rental car company in San Jose?

Looking to rent a car in San Jose? Turo had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only C$ 23.72/day. Fox also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at C$ 28.71/day.

What is the best car rental company in San Jose?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in San Jose is Hertz (rated 6.3/10 with 41 reviews). Budget (rated 6.0/10 with 50 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning a car rental in San Jose? January is the cheapest month, costing about C$ 59 per day. In contrast, June is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of C$ 88. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

C$ 59

February

C$ 69

March

C$ 69

April

C$ 75

May

C$ 81

June

C$ 88

July

C$ 85

August

C$ 85

September

C$ 75

October

C$ 75

November

C$ 72

December

C$ 82

What car do most people rent in San Jose?

SUV rentals (Nissan Juke or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting San Jose. Convertible rentals (Ford Mustang Convertible or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Pick-up truck rentals (Class Full-size Truck or similar).

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

Avis has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Payless has the second-highest number of locations in San Jose at 1.

Top rental agencies in San Jose, CA

Hertz

6.3
Okay
41 reviews•7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Budget

6.0
Okay
50 reviews•5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.1

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.3

Payless

6.9
Okay
7 reviews•1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

8.1

Avis

6.6
Okay
16 reviews•5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.8

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

7.2

Thrifty

6.5
Okay
3 reviews•5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.4

Europcar

6.0
Okay
4 reviews•1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.3

Rhodium

1 location

Car rental FAQs

  • What is the cheapest rental car found in San Jose?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 68/day when booking a rental car in San Jose. The best deal a user found was for C$ 38/day from Fox, booked on Oct. 31.

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

    Fox is a popular option for travellers looking for car rental in San Jose. You can expect the average cost of a rental car to be about C$ 415 per week.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in San Jose check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    We’ve recently found that Fox offers you prices that are 50% cheaper than the average rate available for a long-term rental. The average cost of a car rental in San Jose for a month is C$ 1,778. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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

    It costs C$ 45 for a weekend car rental in San Jose, on average. The cheapest type of car rental you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these rental types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a rental car in San Jose in December, prices are C$ 60 per day on average.

Car rentals by fuel type in San Jose, CA

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Jose, CA. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 51+

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