San Francisco

Cheap Car Rentals in San Francisco from $7

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Priceline user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in San Francisco with a pick-up date of 6/26 and drop-off date of 6/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Car rentals in San Francisco 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 April 27, 2024.

Most Popular Agency

KYTE

Current Gas Price (Gallon)

$5.22

Average Rental Cost (per day)

$62

Best Rental Deal (per day)

$7

When is the best time to find cheap rental cars 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 April 27, 2024.

January

$40

February

$48

March

$54

April

$56

May

$58

June

$59

July

$64

August

$62

September

$55

October

$55

November

$49

December

$52

January is the cheapest time of year for San Francisco car rental. July typically sees higher prices and fewer deals. This table shows average rental prices in San Francisco but individual deals vary based on your dates, availability and type of vehicle.

Price trends for different rental car types 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 April 27, 2024.

Small cars

$36 - $70

All Car Types

$46 - $81

Booking a small car rental in San Francisco, the United States, is about $56/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a small car in San Francisco, the United States is January, which would cost around $36 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in June, the most expensive month for small car rentals as prices can start from $70 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 36% lower to book small car rentals in San Francisco. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: small car rentals can be up to 18% cheaper than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made. Check out the best small car rental deals in San Francisco found on Priceline in the past week down below:

Booking a medium car rental in San Francisco, the United States, is about $59/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a medium car in San Francisco, the United States is January, which would cost around $44 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in July, the most expensive month for medium car rentals as prices can start from $70 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 26% lower to book medium car rentals in San Francisco. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: medium car rentals can be up to 14% cheaper than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made. Check out the best medium car rental deals in San Francisco found on Priceline in the past week down below:

Booking a large car rental in San Francisco, the United States, is about $76/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a large car in San Francisco, the United States is January, which would cost around $52 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in June, the most expensive month for large car rentals as prices can start from $92 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 33% lower to book large car rentals in San Francisco. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: large car rentals can be up to 12% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made. Check out the best large car rental deals in San Francisco found on Priceline in the past week down below:

Booking a SUV rental in San Francisco, the United States, is about $66/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a SUV in San Francisco, the United States is January, which would cost around $48 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in October, the most expensive month for SUV rentals as prices can start from $83 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 28% lower to book SUV rentals in San Francisco. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: SUV rentals can be up to 3% cheaper than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made. Check out the best SUV rental deals in San Francisco found on Priceline in the past week down below:

Booking a van rental in San Francisco, the United States, is about $104/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a van in San Francisco, the United States is January, which would cost around $75 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in December, the most expensive month for van rentals as prices can start from $137 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 28% lower to book van rentals in San Francisco. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: van rentals can be up to 35% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made. Check out the best van rental deals in San Francisco found on Priceline in the past week down below:

Booking a pickup truck rental in San Francisco, the United States, is about $83/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in San Francisco, the United States is February, which would cost around $43 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in August, the most expensive month for pickup truck rentals as prices can start from $113 a day. Historically, the month of February is roughly 49% lower to book pickup truck rentals in San Francisco. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: pickup truck rentals can be up to 20% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made.

Booking a luxury car rental in San Francisco, the United States, is about $77/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a luxury car in San Francisco, the United States is January, which would cost around $50 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in June, the most expensive month for luxury car rentals as prices can start from $95 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 36% lower to book luxury car rentals in San Francisco. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: luxury car rentals can be up to 12% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made.

Booking a convertible rental in San Francisco, the United States, is about $115/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a convertible in San Francisco, the United States is January, which would cost around $71 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in September, the most expensive month for convertible rentals as prices can start from $154 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 39% lower to book convertible rentals in San Francisco. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: convertible rentals can be up to 41% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made.

Chevrolet Spark$7/day
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Chevrolet Spark
Kia Rio$31/day
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Kia Rio

San Francisco car rental agencies

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 April 27, 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in San Francisco, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Sixt. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

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
383 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

5.9
Fair
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

Our best San Francisco rental car prices

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 $22. Data was last updated on April 27, 2024.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in San Francisco. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Chevrolet Equinox$7/day
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A/C
Chevrolet Equinox
Ford Fiesta$7/day
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A/C
Ford Fiesta
Nissan Sylphy$7/day
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A/C
Nissan Sylphy

FAQs about renting a car in San Francisco

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Francisco, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on April 27, 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car deal in San Francisco?

    The best price found on Priceline for a rental car in San Francisco in the past 14 days was $22 per day. The deal was from Getaround and was booked by the user on Apr. 21. The average price is closer to $62 per day for San Francisco cars.

  • Which rental car agency in San Francisco has the best deals?

    Recent searches show the best rental car deals in San Francisco being with Getaround (from $7/day), with Turo (from $28/day), or with Dollar (from $30/day).

  • What’s the best rated rental car agency in San Francisco?

    These are the rental agencies in San Francisco that are rated the highest by our users:National - 9.0/10Alamo - 8.8/10Enterprise Rent-A-Car - 8.6/10

  • What is the price of gas in San Francisco?

    The current price of gas in San Francisco is $5.22/gallon, on average. Filling an empty tank would cost around $62 (based on a 12 gallons).

  • What’s the average cost of a week-long rental in San Francisco from Kyte?

    Renting a car for a week in San Francisco from Kyte costs, on average, $352.

  • How soon should I book a rental car in San Francisco before pick up?

    Last-minute rentals at Priceline and other agencies in San Francisco are usually possible, but if you can book at least 7 days ahead of picking up you could save up to 29%.

  • Can I get a long-term car rental in San Francisco?

    Yes, renting a car in San Francisco for a month or longer is possible with Priceline - but book in advance.

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

    Priceline car rental comparisons show that long-term rental cars in San Francisco are often cheaper, starting at $1,509 for a rental of 30 days or longer compared to $50 per day for short-term rental cars. The difference is particularly true at Getaround where long-term rental cars are up to 80% cheaper than other agencies in San Francisco.

  • What is the average price of a weekend car rental in San Francisco?

    You’ll find the prices to be around $78 for the weekend in San Francisco. You can find a great car rental deal on Priceline for all vehicle types however, consider renting a Intermediate SUV to save on your trip. In general, users have found prices on our website for rentals in May to be on average $66 per day.

  • What is the most popular car in San Francisco?

    The most popular car type selected in San Francisco is Intermediate (Nissan Rogue).

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Compact cars to rent in San Francisco

Find small car rental deals in San Francisco from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in San Francisco cost an average of $33 per day. Price data was last updated on April 27, 2024.
Hyundai i10$32/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$33/day
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$33/day
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Hyundai i10

Luxury cars to rent 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 $30 per day. Price data was last updated on April 27, 2024.
Browse through some of the best options we've found for luxury 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.
Audi A4$24/day
5
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Audi A4
Mercedes-Benz C-Class$24/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Chrysler 300$26/day
5
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A/C
Chrysler 300

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 April 27, 2024.

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 ($20+).

Electric

Electric

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Hybrid

Hybrid

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