San Diego

Cheap Car Hire in San Diego

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San Diego car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in San Diego. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 11 May 2026.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of petrol per litre

R19,16

Average price per day

R934

Cheapest price per day

R754

Cheapflights insights for San Diego car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in San Diego?

Book your car hire in San Diego 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R622/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 216% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in San Diego?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in San Diego is Budget (rated 6.6/10 with 129 reviews). Avis (rated 6.3/10 with 143 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in San Diego?

At San Diego, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R573. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R901 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In San Diego, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R573. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R901 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

R573

February

R720

March

R851

April

R802

May

R737

June

R819

July

R901

August

R835

September

R671

October

R770

November

R720

December

R884

What car do most people hire in San Diego?

SUV cars (Ford Expedition or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting San Diego. Full-size cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in San Diego?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 15 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in San Diego at 12.

Top rental agencies in San Diego

Explore the leading car hire agencies in San Diego known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in San Diego. Reviews were last updated on 11 May 2026.

Budget

6,6
Okay
129 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

6,6

Avis

6,3
Okay
143 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

6,4

Hertz

5,7
Fair
257 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

5,9

MEXRENTACAR

3,4
Poor
134 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4,2

Comfort

4,1

Overall

3,4

Pick-up/drop-off

3,3

Value

3,8

Sixt

7,4
Good
50 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,9

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,2
Good
75 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

Value

7,0

Dollar

5,8
Fair
50 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

6,7

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,0

Thrifty

5,6
Fair
52 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,8

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,8

Value

5,8

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in San Diego, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 May 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in San Diego?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R934/day when booking a car hire in San Diego. The absolute best deal a user found was for R754/day from Avis, booked on May 6.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in San Diego for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the most popular car hire companies in San Diego, offering car hire for around R8 280 per week on average.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from San Diego it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

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

    You can potentially save up to 53% on a month-long rental by booking with Avis. Avis is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in San Diego can cost you on average R35 486 a month or R1 183 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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