San Diego Airport

Cheap Car Rentals in San Diego Airport from $18

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in San Diego Airport with a pick-up date of 6/22 and drop-off date of 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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San Diego Airport car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in San Diego Airport. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on June 12, 2025.

Most popular company

FOX

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$54

Cheapest price per day

$18

Compare car rental deals at San Diego Airport by type

Here are the best San Diego Airport small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Diego Airport medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Diego Airport large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Diego Airport SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best San Diego Airport van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Nissan Versa$18/day
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Nissan Versa
Nissan Sentra$21/day
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Nissan Sentra
Chevrolet Bolt$22/day
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Chevrolet Bolt

Best car rental deals found at San Diego Airport

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in San Diego Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in San Diego Airport with an average daily rate of $29. Data was last updated on June 12, 2025.
Mitsubishi Eclipse$32/day
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Mitsubishi Eclipse
Toyota Highlander$35/day
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Toyota Highlander
Jeep Renegade$30/day
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Jeep Renegade

Cheapflights insights for San Diego Airport car rentals

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

How far in advance should I rent a car at San Diego Airport?

To get the best deal on a rental car at San Diego Airport, book about 14 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $33, which is about 20% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest rental car company at San Diego Airport?

At San Diego Airport, the most affordable rental car company right now is NU Car, offering prices from just $11.87/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Fox, with rates starting at $12.33/day.

What is the best car rental company at San Diego Airport?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest rated car rental company at San Diego Airport is MEXRENTACAR (rated 3.7/10 with 200 reviews). Alamo (rated 8.6/10 with 46 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car at San Diego Airport?

At San Diego Airport, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $32. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $51 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In San Diego Airport, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $32. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $51 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$32

February

$39

March

$43

April

$42

May

$35

June

$45

July

$51

August

$43

September

$36

October

$39

November

$40

December

$48

What car do most people rent at San Diego Airport?

SUV rentals (Class Luxury SUV, for example) are the most popular in San Diego Airport. Intermediate (Nissan Frontier) and Passenger van (Toyota Sienna) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting San Diego Airport.

Which car rental 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 rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in San Diego Airport

Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Diego Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in San Diego Airport. Reviews were last updated on June 12, 2025.

MEXRENTACAR

3.7
Poor
200 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.5

Comfort

4.4

Overall

3.6

Pick-up/drop-off

3.6

Value

4.0

Alamo

8.6
Very good
46 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.1

Dollar

6.4
Okay
56 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Ace

3.9
Poor
83 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

4.7

Comfort

4.4

Overall

3.9

Pick-up/drop-off

3.7

Value

4.0

ADDCAR RENTAL

2 locations

Priceless

2 locations

United Auto Rental

2 locations

1st Van Rental

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Diego Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on June 12, 2025.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found at San Diego Airport?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $43/day when booking a rental car at San Diego Airport. The best deal a user found was for $18/day from Turo, booked on Jun. 8.

  • Which car rental providers are at San Diego Airport?

    There are 10 car rental providers located at San Diego Airport. The following companies can be found near the San Diego Airport car rental counter:Silvercar (10.0)Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9.1)National (8.7)Alamo (8.6)Budget (7.5)Hertz (7.5)Avis (7.2)Sixt (7.0)U-Save (6.4)Dollar (6.4)

  • How much does it cost to rent a car at San Diego Airport for a week from Payless?

    Payless is a popular option for travelers looking for car rental at San Diego Airport. You can expect the average cost of rental car to be about $274 per week.

  • Can I rent a car for a month at San Diego Airport?

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

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

    Turo currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 65% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in San Diego Airport. Typically, a monthly car rental at San Diego Airport can be found for $1,175. You can find car rental deals to be on average $39 a day.

Car rentals by fuel type in San Diego Airport

Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Diego Airport. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in San Diego Airport. Deals were last updated on June 12, 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Diego Airport. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest ($36+).

Electric

Electric

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Hybrid

Hybrid

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