San Jose

Cheap Car Rentals in San Jose from C$ 49

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in San Jose with a pick-up date of 10/5 and drop-off date of 10/6. 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.
San Jose, CA, United States
3 May — 10 May
Driver's age: 26-65
San Jose, CA, United States
Fri 3/5
Noon
Fri 10/5
Noon

San Jose car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in San Jose. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 April 2024.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.41

Average price per day

C$ 81

Cheapest price per day

C$ 49

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San Jose 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 26 April 2024.

January

C$ 54

February

C$ 67

March

C$ 72

April

C$ 73

May

C$ 72

June

C$ 82

July

C$ 80

August

C$ 82

September

C$ 73

October

C$ 77

November

C$ 67

December

C$ 67

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in San Jose is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is June. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in San Jose

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in San Jose and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 26 April 2024.

There are, in total, 55 car rental locations in San Jose that are operated by 24 companies. In the past week, medium car is the cheapest car type users can rent (cheapest price last found: C$ 49/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from San Jose rental providers:

Economy

Economy

C$ 52+

Compact

Compact

C$ 51+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 49+

Standard

Standard

C$ 54+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 56+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 82+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 64+

Premium

Premium

C$ 65+

Compare available car types for rental in San Jose

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in San Jose to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 April 2024.

Small cars

C$ 51 - C$ 93

All Car Types

C$ 65 - C$ 105

To rent a small car in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 68/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in San Jose, the United States (~C$ 51/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 93/day). In fact, January is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Jose, renting a small car saves you 14% 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 Jose small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 76/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in San Jose, the United States (~C$ 59/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~C$ 90/day). In fact, February is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Jose, renting a medium car saves you 4% 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 Jose medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 91/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a large car in San Jose, the United States (~C$ 70/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 125/day). In fact, December is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Jose, renting a large car is 13% 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 Jose large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 80/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in San Jose, the United States (~C$ 57/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~C$ 96/day). In fact, April is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Jose, renting a SUV is 0% 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 Jose SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 123/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a van in San Jose, the United States (~C$ 60/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 214/day). In fact, January is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Jose, renting a van is 36% 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 Jose van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 91/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in San Jose, the United States (~C$ 39/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~C$ 251/day). In fact, September is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Jose, renting a luxury car is 13% 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.

To rent a convertible in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 79/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in San Jose, the United States (~C$ 73/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 195/day). In fact, April is about 8% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Jose, renting a convertible saves you 2% 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.

Kia RioC$ 51/day
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Honda FitC$ 52/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

Top rental agencies in San Jose

Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Jose known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in San Jose. Reviews were last updated on 26 April 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the San Jose area such as Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Dollar. Before making your selection, be sure to carefully review the feedback, double-check the pickup location, and verify other important details.

Alamo

8.5
Very good
168 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.9
Good
122 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Dollar

7.6
Good
116 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.6

Hertz

6.3
Okay
184 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.3

Avis

6.9
Okay
39 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.2

Budget

6.5
Okay
96 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.3

Europcar

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

6.1

Airport Van

5.6
Fair
18 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

5.3

Best San Jose car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in San Jose. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in San Jose with an average daily rate of C$ 60. Data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the San Jose area. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Toyota CorollaC$ 49/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Hyundai VenueC$ 51/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Venue
Honda FitC$ 52/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Jose, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in San Jose?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 81/day when booking a rental car in San Jose. The best deal a user found was for C$ 42/day from Dollar, booked on Apr. 21.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in San Jose?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in San Jose from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget (C$ 49/day), Thrifty (C$ 51/day), and Alamo (C$ 54/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in San Jose?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Alamo (8.5 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.1 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in San Jose.

  • What are gas prices like in San Jose?

    The average gas price in San Jose is C$ 1.41/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 63 and C$ 92 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    Thrifty 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$ 635 per week.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in San Jose for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 39% on a rental car in San Jose. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • 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 Dollar offers you prices that are 61% 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$ 2,723. 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$ 63 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 Intermediate 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 May, prices are C$ 69 per day on average.

  • What car do most people rent in San Jose?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to San Jose is Standard (Hyundai Tucson) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Luxury car rentals in San Jose

Find luxury car rental deals in San Jose from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in San Jose cost an average of C$ 96 per day. Price data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
Some of the most suitable options we've found on luxury car rentals within San Jose. Double check the dates, pricing, and other key information of your reservation to make sure they're correct before proceeding.
Audi A4C$ 58/day
5
2
M
A/C
Audi A4
Audi A4C$ 65/day
5
2
M
A/C
Audi A4
Chrysler 300C$ 69/day
5
M
A/C
Chrysler 300

Van rentals in San Jose

Find van rental deals in San Jose from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in San Jose cost an average of C$ 101 per day. Price data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for renting a van in the San Jose area. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Toyota SiennaC$ 82/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna
Toyota SiennaC$ 85/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna
Toyota SiennaC$ 86/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna

Car rentals by fuel type in San Jose

Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Jose. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in San Jose. Deals were last updated on 26 April 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Jose. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (C$ 37+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 37+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 46+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 41+

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