San Francisco

Cheap Car Rentals in San Francisco from S$ 45

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in San Francisco with a pick-up date of 22-6 and drop-off date of 29-6. 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.
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San Francisco car rentals in 2026

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 15 June 2026.

Most popular company

SIXT

Price of petrol per litre

S$ 1.97

Average price per day

S$ 84

Cheapest price per day

S$ 45

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 15 June 2026.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in San Francisco this past week from 89 hire locations out of 40 hire agencies. Prices for a San Francisco small car hire start from S$ 45/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

S$ 47+

Compact

Compact

S$ 45+

Intermediate

Intermediate

S$ 47+

Full-size

Full-size

S$ 53+

People carrier

People carrier

S$ 76+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

S$ 71+

Premium

Premium

S$ 55+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

S$ 80+

Best car rental deals found in San Francisco

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$ 57. Data was last updated on 15 June 2026.
Hyundai i20S$ 45/day
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Hyundai i20
Ford FiestaS$ 47/day
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Ford Fiesta
Audi A3S$ 47/day
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Audi A3

Cheapflights insights for San Francisco car rentals

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in San Francisco?

For the best savings on car hire in San Francisco, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just S$ 65/day – about 12% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in San Francisco?

In San Francisco, the most affordable car hire company right now is Hertz, offering prices from just S$ 30.98/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Avis, with rates starting at S$ 36.15/day.

What is the best car rental company in San Francisco?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in San Francisco is Thrifty (rated 5.0/10 with 118 reviews). Avis (rated 6.7/10 with 56 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At San Francisco, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just S$ 56. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging S$ 82 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 Francisco, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just S$ 56. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging S$ 82 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

S$ 56

February

S$ 72

March

S$ 76

April

S$ 80

May

S$ 78

June

S$ 80

July

S$ 82

August

S$ 81

September

S$ 71

October

S$ 74

November

S$ 68

December

S$ 76

What car do most people rent in San Francisco?

The most popular types of cars to hire in San Francisco are the following: SUV cars (Jeep Compass or similar), Compact cars (Class Compact Crossover or similar), and Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in San Francisco?

Avis has 6 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Los Angeles Van Rentals has the second-highest number of locations in San Francisco at 1.

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 15 June 2026.

Thrifty

5.0
Fair
118 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.2

Avis

6.7
Okay
56 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.9

Europcar

5.6
Fair
35 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

6.0

National

9.1
Wonderful
4 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.1

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

9.1

TravelCar

1 location

Rhodium

1 location

Bandago

1 location

Los Angeles Van Rentals

1 location

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 15 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in San Francisco?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 84/day when booking a car hire in San Francisco. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 41/day from Sixt, booked on Jun. 13.

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

    Sixt is one of the top picks in San Francisco. They can have you in a hire car for about S$ 629 per week on average.

  • 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$ 2,695. 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$ 0. Hiring a Supplier choice is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in San Francisco. For the month of July, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in San Francisco for as low as S$ 93/day.

Car rentals by fuel type in San Francisco

Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Francisco. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in San Francisco. Deals were last updated on 15 June 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Francisco. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (S$ 37+).

Electric

Electric

S$ 37+

Hybrid

Hybrid

S$ 37+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

S$ 57+

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