San Francisco

Cheap Car Rentals in San Francisco from S$ 44

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in San Francisco with a pick-up date of 27-6 and drop-off date of 17-7. 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 Francisco, CA, United States
2 May — 9 May
Driver's age: 26-65
San Francisco, CA, United States
Thu 2-5
Noon
Thu 9-5
Noon

San Francisco car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in San Francisco. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

S$ 1.88

Average price per day

S$ 88

Cheapest price per day

S$ 44

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San Francisco 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 25 April 2024.

January

S$ 54

February

S$ 65

March

S$ 73

April

S$ 76

May

S$ 78

June

S$ 80

July

S$ 87

August

S$ 84

September

S$ 74

October

S$ 74

November

S$ 66

December

S$ 70

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in San Francisco 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.

Popular car types in San Francisco

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in San Francisco and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in San Francisco this past week from 99 hire locations out of 38 hire agencies. Prices for a San Francisco small car hire start from S$ 44/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

S$ 44+

Compact

Compact

S$ 46+

Intermediate

Intermediate

S$ 49+

Standard

Standard

S$ 54+

Full-size

Full-size

S$ 57+

People carrier

People carrier

S$ 92+

Premium

Premium

S$ 57+

Luxury

Luxury

S$ 75+

Compare available car types for rental in San Francisco

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in San Francisco to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Small cars

S$ 58 - S$ 134

All Car Types

S$ 69 - S$ 141

To hire a small car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of S$ 82/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in San Francisco, the United States (~S$ 58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~S$ 134/day). In fact, January is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Francisco, hiring a small car saves you 15% 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. Here are the best San Francisco small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of S$ 84/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in San Francisco, the United States (~S$ 72/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~S$ 107/day). In fact, November is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Francisco, hiring a medium car saves you 13% 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. Here are the best San Francisco medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of S$ 109/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in San Francisco, the United States (~S$ 65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~S$ 140/day). In fact, January is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Francisco, hiring a large car is 12% 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. Here are the best San Francisco large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of S$ 93/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in San Francisco, the United States (~S$ 68/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~S$ 137/day). In fact, January is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Francisco, hiring a SUV saves you 5% 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. Here are the best San Francisco SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of S$ 150/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a van in San Francisco, the United States (~S$ 114/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~S$ 241/day). In fact, October is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Francisco, hiring a van is 36% 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.

To hire a luxury car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of S$ 107/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in San Francisco, the United States (~S$ 59/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~S$ 164/day). In fact, January is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Francisco, hiring a luxury car is 10% 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.

To hire a convertible in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of S$ 142/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in San Francisco, the United States (~S$ 115/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~S$ 194/day). In fact, September is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Francisco, hiring a convertible is 33% 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.

Audi A1S$ 44/day
2
M
A/C
Audi A1
Ford FiestaS$ 46/day
4
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

Top rental agencies in San Francisco

Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Francisco known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in San Francisco. Reviews were last updated on 25 April 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in San Francisco, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Sixt. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in San Francisco, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Sixt.

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
414 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
382 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

Sixt

7.5
Good
155 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.5

Budget

7.3
Good
246 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.0

Hertz

6.5
Okay
273 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Thrifty

6.0
Okay
504 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

Dollar

5.4
Fair
362 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.5

Avis

6.9
Okay
87 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.9

Best San Francisco car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in San Francisco. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in San Francisco with an average daily rate of S$ 56. Data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
The best prices on car rentals in San Francisco we've found at this time. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Audi A1S$ 44/day
2
M
A/C
Audi A1
Ford FiestaS$ 46/day
4
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Honda FitS$ 46/day
4
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Francisco, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in San Francisco?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 88/day when booking a car hire in San Francisco. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 50/day from Fox, booked on Apr. 21.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in San Francisco?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (9.0 rating), Alamo (8.8 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in San Francisco.

  • What are petrol prices like in San Francisco?

    The average price of petrol in San Francisco is S$ 1.88/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between S$ 85 and S$ 122 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hertz is one of the top picks in San Francisco. They can have you in a hire car for about S$ 589 per week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in San Francisco it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 29%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from San Francisco it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in San Francisco for a month?

    The average cost of a car rental in San Francisco for a month is S$ 2,524. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

  • How much is a car hire in San Francisco for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in San Francisco is S$ 76. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in San Francisco. For the month of May, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in San Francisco for as low as S$ 88/day.

  • What car do most people hire in San Francisco?

    Class Special Convertible, which is a Special vehicle, is the most popular to hire at San Francisco according to Cheapflights users.

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Luxury car rentals in San Francisco

Find luxury car rental deals in San Francisco from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in San Francisco cost an average of S$ 93 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on upscale car rentals in San Francisco. If these car rental deals don't suit your needs, make sure to check back soon as we're constantly finding new offers for our users.
BMW 5 SeriesS$ 75/day
5
4
M
A/C
BMW 5 Series
Audi Q5S$ 76/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi Q5
Audi Q5S$ 78/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi Q5

Van rentals in San Francisco

Find people carrier rental deals in San Francisco from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier rentals in San Francisco cost an average of S$ 76 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Have a look at some of the best options for renting a car in San Francisco we've found at this time. Deals are updated frequently to provide users with as many suitable options as possible.
Kia CarensS$ 54/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Carens
Kia CarensS$ 54/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Carens
Kia CarensS$ 54/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Carens

Car rentals by fuel type in San Francisco

Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Francisco. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in San Francisco. Deals were last updated on 25 April 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Francisco. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (S$ 35+).

Electric

Electric

S$ 35+

Hybrid

Hybrid

S$ 93+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

S$ 46+

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