Cheap Car Rentals in Downtown, San Jose 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 Downtown with a pick-up date of 10/7 and drop-off date of 10/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
Downtown, San Jose car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Downtown. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on September 11, 2025.
Most popular company | Hertz |
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Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | $57 |
Cheapest price per day | $26 |
Best Downtown, San Jose car rental deals
Browse through the best deals we’ve found on Downtown car rental deals at this time. Deals are sourced from providers and were last updated on September 11, 2025.
Cheapflights insights for Downtown car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Downtown, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in Downtown?
For the best savings on car rentals in Downtown, make your reservation 90 days before pickup. The average price then is just $30/day—about 22% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest rental car company in Downtown?
Hertz is currently the cheapest rental car company in Downtown with deals as low as $24.30/day found in the past two weeks. Thrifty is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $25.51/day.
What is the best car rental company in Downtown?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest rated car rental company in Downtown is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.2/10). Dollar (rated 7.1/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Downtown?
At Downtown, the best time to rent a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just $30. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging $48 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 Downtown, the best time to rent a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just $30. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging $48 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
$34
March
$30
April
$33
May
$34
June
$37
July
$40
August
$40
September
$46
October
$48
November
$42
December
$47
Which car rental company has the most locations in Downtown?
Hertz has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Dollar has the second highest number of locations in Downtown at 2.
Top rental agencies in Downtown, San Jose
Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in Downtown, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.
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Downtown Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Downtown, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on September 11, 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month at Downtown?
Typically how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Downtown however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
What is the cheapest rental car in Downtown, San Jose?
For $36 per day on average, the Chevrolet Bolt EUV is the cheapest car rental in Downtown, San Jose. Renting a Chevrolet Bolt EUV is 27% cheaper than the average cost of other car rentals in Downtown.
How much is a rental car in Downtown, San Jose?
A rental car in Downtown, San Jose costs $36/day on average, though we’ve seen prices as low as $37/day recently.