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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 62 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R431, which is about 686% 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
5.3

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 R763 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 194. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R763

February

R779

March

R1 011

April

R796

May

R961

June

R928

July

R928

August

R912

September

R779

October

R912

November

R945

December

R1 194

What car do most people hire in Carlsbad?

SUV cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Carlsbad. Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Nissan Rogue 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 1 January 2026.

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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Overview

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

4 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 1 January 2026.

  • 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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