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 Jose with a pick-up date of 10-11 and drop-off date of 9-12. 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.
Same drop-off
Driver's age: 25-65
Here’s why our users search for rental cars through Cheapflights
Price trackingHolding out for a great deal? Get notified when prices are reduced.
Customized resultsFilter by rental agency, car type, price range and more.
Unlimited free useSearch as many times as you want with no hidden charges or fees.
San Jose, CA car rentals in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in San Jose, CA. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 October 2026.
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in San Jose, CA and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 30 October 2026.
large car is the cheapest car type you can hire in San Jose this past week from 60 hire locations out of 26 hire agencies. Prices for a San Jose large car hire start from S$ 41/day. Check out available deals for 6 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in San Jose, CA. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in San Jose, CA with an average daily rate of S$ 56. Data was last updated on 30 October 2026.
Toyota CamryS$ 41/day
Volkswagen T-CrossS$ 41/day
Volkswagen PoloS$ 41/day
Cheapflights insights for San Jose car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in San Jose, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in San Jose?
Book your rental car in San Jose 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around S$ 60/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 11% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in San Jose?
In San Jose, the most affordable car hire company right now is Dollar, offering prices from just S$ 31.66/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Thrifty, with rates starting at S$ 31.69/day.
What is the best car rental company in San Jose?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in San Jose is Hertz (rated 6.3/10 with 41 reviews). Budget (rated 6.0/10 with 50 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Hertz
6.3
Budget
6.0
National
10.0
Payless
6.9
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in San Jose?
Planning to hire a car in San Jose? January is the cheapest month, costing about S$ 54 per day. In contrast, June is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of S$ 79. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
S$ 54
February
S$ 63
March
S$ 63
April
S$ 68
May
S$ 73
June
S$ 79
July
S$ 77
August
S$ 77
September
S$ 68
October
S$ 68
November
S$ 67
December
S$ 76
What car do most people rent in San Jose?
SUV cars (Acura MDX, for example) are the most popular in San Jose. Standard (Mitsubishi Galant) and Intermediate (Toyota Camry) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting San Jose.
Which car hire company has the most locations in San Jose?
Avis has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Payless has the second-highest number of locations in San Jose at 1.
Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Jose, CA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in San Jose, CA. Reviews were last updated on 30 October 2026.
Everything was pretty great, except that it was difficult to opt for an electric car even though they seemed to be advertised at the same rate or cheaper than the ICE car I eventually rented.
2.0
Poor|May 2023
They called me at the last minute and told me they did not have the van I was going to rent so they would give me a box truck for more expensive so I had to go last mirando find another company to rent from
2.0
Poor|Mar 2023
My main issue is the customer service for pick-up was poor and I was overcharged. I couldn’t find the rental counter and tried to call them. No answer and this was during supposed business hours. After reaching the counter I was pressured to pre-pay for the electric charge (I had a Tesla). I declined and as I exited the garage I was asked again and I declined again. The car was fine during the rental. When I returned the vehicle I returned it with more charge than I received it with. At drop-off I was told they’d email me my receipt (I had a flight to catch). And sure enough the pre-pay was on the bill. Very disappointed that they added in charges I declined numerous times.
10.0
Wonderful|Mar 2023
The staff person was awesome. Thanks!
4.0
Mediocre|Mar 2023
Lots of added/hidden fees after reaching the counter even after declining options. That should be presented at the time of checkout. Then for self reported damage, no pen is provided. Most travelers aren't carrying pens. I had to ask the man at the exit booth got a pen to sign off any damage
We paid more for a Mustang "or similar". We ended up with a Nissan Maxima which really is not similar. Wanted a sporty vibe; got a granny vibe. The car was nice, just wasn't as advertised.
4.0
Mediocre|Mar 2023
It was over an hour wait to pick up the car because Avis only had 2 counter staff.
Rented a large van, which was great. Got a brand new vehicle with less than 50 miles and it did great. Check in took a long time. Seemed to have too few people for the reservations, although there were also a few people in line who seemed confused on what they needed. So may have been walkouts that Avis was not expecting. Return area was not staffed early in the evening, so had to go by the rental counter. Thankfully, there was no line that time.
8.0
Very Good|Jul 2023
Counter service SLOW!!!! Upstairs pickup super helpful!
2.0
Poor|Apr 2023
The car was showing oil pressure low. First added one jug of oil, msg disappeared, after 25km again started showing same msg, then added another jug. Again within 10km, it was showing msg until dropped off. So I spent USD26 extra, this need to refund for me
They did not have the car ready at the time of scheduled pick up. Tried to upsell me to an SUV or I was told there would be a wait of 35-45 minutes. I refused the extra charges and waited along with the 3 customers ahead of me. Poor customer service and planning. I did finally get my car after 35 minutes.
10.0
Wonderful|Jun 2025
Everything went smooth. Really great experience with them
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Jose, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 October 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found in San Jose?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 62/day when booking a car hire in San Jose. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 37/day from Hertz, booked on Oct. 24.
How much does it cost to hire a car in San Jose for a week from Thrifty?
Hiring a car in San Jose for a week can be a great option for travel. Thrifty, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around S$ 453/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in San Jose?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month in San Jose check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much does it cost to rent a car in San Jose for a month?
You can potentially save up to 44% on a month-long rental by booking with Hertz. Hertz is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in San Jose can cost you on average S$ 1,941 a month or S$ 65 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.
How much is a car hire in San Jose for a weekend?
It costs S$ 0 for a weekend car hire in San Jose, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Full-size as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in San Jose in November, prices are S$ 0 per day on average.
Car rentals by fuel type in San Jose, CA
Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Jose, CA. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in San Jose, CA. Deals were last updated on 30 October 2026.
We make it easy and fast to find and compare deals from 70,000+ rental locations and hundreds of agencies.
No surprises
Prices shown to you will be final, without any hidden charges or fees.
Free cancellation
Plans change – we get it. And that’s why you can search and book rental cars on Cheapflights from agencies that offer free cancellation
We value your privacy
Cheapflights and its partners wish to use cookies or similar technologies to store and/or access information on and about your device and process personal data such as your IP address, device identifiers etc., in order to improve your experience on the site, to analyse navigation, to offer and measure personalised advertising, and to facilitate sharing on social networks. We also allow the use of third-party cookies (including those from our advertising partners) on our sites.
By clicking 'Accept', you consent to your data being processed by 0 vendors on this web site for the purposes described in this notice. You can review the vendors and their individual processing purposes on the .
To review individual processing purposes and cookie categories, please click ’Select individual purposes’. You can review your choices and withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the ’Privacy Preferences’ link in the page side navigation.