Cheap Car Hire in San Diego Airport from R585
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in San Diego Airport with a pick-up date of 14/12 and drop-off date of 31/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
San Diego Airport car hires in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in San Diego Airport. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 October 2026.
Most popular company | ALAMO |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | R544 |
Cheapest price per day | R585 |
Popular car types in San Diego Airport
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in San Diego Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 6 October 2026.
At R585/day, medium car is the cheapest car type available for hire at San Diego Airport in the past week. Out of 67 car hire agencies operating at San Diego Airport, there are, in total, 161 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:
Economy
R759+
Compact
R664+
Intermediate
R585+
Full-size
R593+
People carrier
R1 137+
Luxury
R1 217+
Convertible
R906+
Intermediate SUV
R675+
Standard SUV
R808+
Best car hire deals found at San Diego Airport
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in San Diego Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in San Diego Airport with an average daily rate of R746. Data was last updated on 6 October 2026.
Cheapflights insights for San Diego Airport car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in San Diego Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car at San Diego Airport?
For the best savings on car hire at San Diego Airport, make your reservation 14 days before pickup. The average price then is just R550/day – about 1 235% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car hire company at San Diego Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company at San Diego Airport is Dollar (rated 5.4/10 with 49 reviews). MEXRENTACAR (rated 3.6/10 with 53 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car at San Diego Airport?
The cheapest month to hire a car at San Diego Airport is January, when you can expect to pay R533/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car at San Diego Airport is July (R850/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
R533
February
R650
March
R716
April
R700
May
R583
June
R750
July
R850
August
R716
September
R600
October
R650
November
R666
December
R800
Which car hire company has the most locations at San Diego Airport?
At San Diego Airport, ADDCAR RENTAL , Dollar, MEXRENTACAR , and Priceless have 2 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top rental agencies in San Diego Airport
Explore the leading car hire agencies in San Diego Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in San Diego Airport. Reviews were last updated on 6 October 2026.
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Alamo
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All Star Rent a Van
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Priceless
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Ace Rent-a-Car
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Advantage
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Airport Van
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in San Diego Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 October 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found at San Diego Airport?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R760/day when booking a car hire at San Diego Airport. The absolute best deal a user found was for R666/day from Alamo, booked on Oct. 3.
Which car hire providers are at San Diego Airport?
There are 10 car hire providers located at San Diego Airport. The following companies can be found near the San Diego Airport car hire counter:Global Rent A Car (10,0)National (9,5)Alamo (8,8)Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8,7)Sixt (7,6)Hertz (7,4)Budget (7,3)Avis (6,9)U-Save (6,4)Europcar (6,1)
How much does it cost to hire a car at San Diego Airport for a week from Alamo?
Alamo is one of the top picks at San Diego Airport. They can have you in a hire car for about R3 885 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month at San Diego Airport?
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 Airport it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.
How much does it cost to rent a car at San Diego Airport for a month?
Our recent data shows that Alamo can potentially be 4% below the average car hire price at San Diego Airport. Check prices and availability for Alamo and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle at San Diego Airport is on average R16 649 a month or R555 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your San Diego Airport car hire.