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Cheapflights insights for Carlsbad car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Carlsbad, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Carlsbad?
To get the best deal on car hire in Carlsbad, book about 78 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R535, which is about 887% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Carlsbad?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Carlsbad is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.8/10 with 5 reviews). Budget (rated 6.5/10 with 15 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.8
Budget
6.5
Dollar
5.4
Thrifty
5.4
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Carlsbad?
Planning to hire a car in Carlsbad? January is the cheapest month, costing about R811 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 087. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R811
February
R811
March
R1 052
April
R828
May
R983
June
R966
July
R949
August
R949
September
R811
October
R932
November
R1 018
December
R1 087
What car do most people hire in Carlsbad?
SUV cars (Audi Q5 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Carlsbad. Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Carlsbad?
Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 3 locations in Carlsbad, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Carlsbad, CA
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Carlsbad, CA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Carlsbad, CA. Reviews were last updated on 26 October 2025.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
5 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9,1
Comfort
9,1
Overall
8,8
Pick-up/drop-off
8,2
Value
8,5
Budget
15 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7,0
Comfort
7,0
Overall
6,5
Pick-up/drop-off
6,9
Value
6,8
Dollar
1 location
Thrifty
1 location
Avis
11 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6,9
Comfort
6,7
Overall
5,2
Pick-up/drop-off
6,5
Value
5,9
EZ Van
2 locations
Hertz
5 reviews•3 locations
Zeeba Rent-A-Van
2 locations
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Carlsbad, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 October 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Carlsbad?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Carlsbad for a month is certainly possible.