University City

Cheap Car Rentals in University City, San Diego from $26

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 University City with a pick-up date of 8/5 and drop-off date of 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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University City, San Diego car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in University City. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on July 28, 2025.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

SUV

Average price per day

$46

Cheapest price per day

$26

Best University City, San Diego car rental deals

Browse through the best deals we’ve found on University City car rental deals at this time. Deals are sourced from providers and were last updated on July 28, 2025.
BMW X5$39/day
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BMW X5
Hyundai Elantra$27/day
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Hyundai Elantra
Hyundai Avante$28/day
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Hyundai Avante

Cheapflights insights for University City car rentals

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

How far in advance should I rent a car in University City?

For the best savings on car rentals in University City, make your reservation 30 days before pickup. The average price then is just $26/day—about 39% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest rental car company in University City?

In University City, the most affordable rental car company right now is Hertz, offering prices from just $19.88/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Avis, with rates starting at $25.71/day.

What is the best car rental company in University City?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest rated car rental company in University City is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.2/10 with 21 reviews). Budget (rated 6.5/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in University City?

At University City, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just $29. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $55 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 University City, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just $29. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $55 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$52

February

$29

March

$34

April

$39

May

$38

June

$34

July

$41

August

$42

September

$44

October

$54

November

$51

December

$55

Which car rental company has the most locations in University City?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second highest number of locations in University City at 1.

Top rental agencies in University City, San Diego

Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in University City, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2
Good
21 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.1

Budget

6.5
Okay
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Avis

6.4
Okay
6 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.5

Dollar

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.4

Hertz

5.8
Fair
6 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.0

Thrifty

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.1

EZ Van

1 location

San diego Van Rentals

1 location

University City Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in University City, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on July 28, 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month at University City?

    Yes, renting a vehicle at University City for a month is certainly possible.

  • What is the cheapest rental car in University City, San Diego?

    At 20% less than the average cost of other rental cars in University City, San Diego, a Chevrolet Spark is the cheapest rental car available in the neighborhood. You can expect prices to be an average of $25/day for a Chevrolet Spark.

  • How much is a rental car in University City, San Diego?

    Rental car prices in University City, San Diego will vary depending on when you book, but at the moment you can expect a rental to cost $25 per day on average and as low as $26 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in University City

Browse car rentals by fuel type in University City. Deals were last updated on July 28, 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in University City. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

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