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Cheap Car Rentals in San Francisco from HK$193

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 21-1 and drop-off date of 28-1. 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 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 22 December 2024.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

HK$9.02

Average price per day

HK$276

Cheapest price per day

HK$193

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 22 December 2024.

January

HK$310

February

HK$373

March

HK$419

April

HK$419

May

HK$458

June

HK$481

July

HK$544

August

HK$513

September

HK$458

October

HK$435

November

HK$373

December

HK$435

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 22 December 2024.

At HK$193/day, large car is the cheapest car type available for hire in San Francisco in the past week. Out of 38 car hire agencies operating in San Francisco, there are, in total, 99 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

HK$222+

Compact

Compact

HK$215+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$198+

Standard

Standard

HK$309+

Full-size

Full-size

HK$193+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$443+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$344+

Premium

Premium

HK$279+

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 22 December 2024.

Small cars

HK$249 - HK$587

All Car Types

HK$323 - HK$643

To hire a small car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$403/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in San Francisco, the United States (~HK$249/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~HK$587/day). In fact, June is about 39% 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 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 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 HK$419/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in San Francisco, the United States (~HK$257/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$597/day). In fact, January is about 39% 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 9% 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.

To hire a large car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$502/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in San Francisco, the United States (~HK$274/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~HK$649/day). In fact, October is about 46% 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 9% 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 HK$442/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in San Francisco, the United States (~HK$286/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~HK$660/day). In fact, February is about 36% 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 4% 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.

To hire a van in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$684/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a van in San Francisco, the United States (~HK$580/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$1,637/day). In fact, December is about 16% 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 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.

To hire a luxury car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$476/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in San Francisco, the United States (~HK$197/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$916/day). In fact, January is about 59% 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 4% 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 luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a convertible in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$452/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in San Francisco, the United States (~HK$331/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~HK$1,181/day). In fact, February is about 27% 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 saves you 2% 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 convertible hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen GolfHK$215/day
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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 22 December 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving San Francisco, such as Sixt, Budget and Hertz. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in San Francisco, including Sixt, Budget and Hertz.

Sixt

7.6
Good
119 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.5

Budget

7.4
Good
126 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.0

Hertz

6.3
Okay
127 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Thrifty

5.6
Fair
211 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.7

Dollar

5.3
Fair
112 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.5

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
54 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
55 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.4

Avis

6.8
Okay
51 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

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 HK$292. Data was last updated on 22 December 2024.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in San Francisco. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Toyota CamryHK$193/day
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Toyota Camry
Volkswagen GolfHK$215/day
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Volkswagen Golf
BMW 5 SeriesHK$279/day
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BMW 5 Series

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 22 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in San Francisco?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$276/day when booking a car hire in San Francisco. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$201/day from Thrifty, booked on Dec. 22.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in San Francisco?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in San Francisco from the following companies over the past two weeks: Fox (HK$193/day), Thrifty (HK$197/day), and Budget (HK$215/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (9.1 rating), Alamo (8.8 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.4 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 HK$9.02/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$406 and HK$586 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Dollar is one of the most popular car hire companies in San Francisco, offering car hire for around HK$1,690 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 28% in San Francisco - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For San Francisco however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    Typically, a monthly car rental in San Francisco can be found for HK$7,243. You can find car rental deals for HK$241 a day on average.

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

    Car hire prices in San Francisco are typically HK$206 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Full-size to save money on your trip to HK$206. Our users have found prices for Full-size car hire in January to be on average HK$316 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in San Francisco?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to San Francisco is Economy (Toyota RAV4) based on our Cheapflights data.

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 hires in San Francisco cost an average of HK$555 per day. Price data was last updated on 22 December 2024.
Reserve a luxury car rental in San Francisco by selecting one of these great deals available. Before completing your reservation, make sure the deal you've selected matches your car rental needs and budget.
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$305/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$308/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$310/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car rentals by fuel type in San Francisco

Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Francisco. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in San Francisco. Deals were last updated on 22 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Francisco. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (HK$26+).

Electric

Electric

HK$26+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$70+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$26+

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