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Cheap Car Hire in Carlsbad, California

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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 R530, which is about 872% cheaper than the typical rate.

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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
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.8
Budget
Budget
6.5
Dollar
Dollar
5.4
Thrifty
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 R803 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 128. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R803

February

R803

March

R1 043

April

R821

May

R974

June

R957

July

R957

August

R940

September

R803

October

R940

November

R992

December

R1 128

What car do most people hire in Carlsbad?

Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Carlsbad. Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Class Full-size SUV 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.

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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 2 December 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,8
Very Good
5 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

9,1

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

8,5

Budget

6,5
Okay
15 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,8

Dollar

1 location
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Thrifty

1 location
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Avis

5,2
Fair
11 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

6,7

Overall

5,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

5,9

EZ Van

2 locations
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Hertz

5 reviews•3 locations
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Zeeba Rent-A-Van

2 locations
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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 2 December 2025.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Carlsbad?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Carlsbad for a month is certainly possible.

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