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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in San Diego?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San Diego and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 16 January 2025.

January

AED 132

February

AED 161

March

AED 194

April

AED 168

May

AED 176

June

AED 194

July

AED 205

August

AED 190

September

AED 168

October

AED 183

November

AED 176

December

AED 190

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in San Diego is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in San Diego

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in San Diego to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 January 2025.

Small cars

AED 157 - AED 630

All Car Types

AED 124 - AED 364

To rent a small car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 143/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a small car in San Diego, the United States (~AED 157/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 630/day). In fact, April is about 9% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Diego, renting a small car saves you 23% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a medium car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 133/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in San Diego, the United States (~AED 124/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 224/day). In fact, December is about 8% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Diego, renting a medium car saves you 29% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a large car in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 129/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a large car in San Diego, the United States (~AED 129/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~AED 508/day). In fact, February is about 1% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Diego, renting a large car saves you 31% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a SUV in San Diego, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 201/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in San Diego, the United States (~AED 124/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~AED 508/day). In fact, December is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for San Diego. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Diego, renting a SUV is 8% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in San Diego

Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Diego known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in San Diego. Reviews were last updated on 16 January 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in San Diego, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Avis. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
110 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.3

Budget

6.5
Okay
116 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Avis

6.4
Okay
147 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.5

Hertz

5.8
Fair
317 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

Ace

4.1
Mediocre
126 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.9

Comfort

4.7

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

3.9

Value

4.4

MEXRENTACAR

3.8
Poor
236 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.5

Comfort

4.4

Overall

3.8

Pick-up/drop-off

3.7

Value

4.1

Sixt

6.8
Okay
80 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Dollar

6.5
Okay
51 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.7

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Diego, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 January 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in San Diego?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Advantage (10.0 rating), Silvercar (10.0 rating) and National (8.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in San Diego.

  • What are petrol prices like in San Diego?

    The average price of petrol in San Diego is AED 3.31/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 149 and AED 215 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hertz is one of the most popular car hire companies in San Diego, offering car hire for around AED 1,260 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in San Diego for the best price?

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 40% to make it a great deal in San Diego. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in San Diego check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • What car do most people hire in San Diego?

    The most popular car to hire while in San Diego is the Toyota RAV4, which is a Standard vehicle.

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