
Cheap Car Rentals in San Francisco from $59
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 19/6 and drop-off date of 3/7. 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 car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in San Francisco. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 June 2025.
Most popular company | ALAMO |
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Price of petrol per litre | $2.09 |
Average price per day | $103 |
Cheapest price per day | $59 |
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 7 June 2025.
January
$71
February
$81
March
$86
April
$91
May
$94
June
$102
July
$116
August
$107
September
$96
October
$91
November
$79
December
$96
Popular car types in San Francisco
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in San Francisco and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 7 June 2025.
There are 39 hire agencies servicing San Francisco. These agencies, altogether, have 98 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? medium car is the cheapest car type to hire in San Francisco with prices from $59 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in San Francisco:
Compare available car types for rental in San Francisco
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 7 June 2025.
Small cars | $58 - $123 | |
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All Car Types | $106 - $143 |
To hire a small car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of $95/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in San Francisco, the United States (~$58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$123/day). In fact, November 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 21% 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 $109/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in San Francisco, the United States (~$67/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$142/day). In fact, November 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. 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 $139/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in San Francisco, the United States (~$121/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$153/day). In fact, April is about 13% 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 15% 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 $109/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in San Francisco, the United States (~$85/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$142/day). In fact, March is about 23% 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 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. 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 $160/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in San Francisco, the United States (~$100/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$198/day). In fact, November is about 38% 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 27% 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a luxury car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of $125/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in San Francisco, the United States (~$81/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$185/day). In fact, November is about 36% 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 5% 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 $144/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in San Francisco, the United States (~$102/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$288/day). In fact, June is about 30% 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 18% 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.
Top rental agencies in San Francisco
Explore the leading car hire agencies in San Francisco known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in San Francisco. Reviews were last updated on 7 June 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the San Francisco area such as Sixt, Budget and Thrifty. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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Best car rental deals found in San Francisco
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in San Francisco. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in San Francisco with an average daily rate of $75. Data was last updated on 7 June 2025.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in San Francisco. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in San Francisco, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 June 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in San Francisco?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $103/day when booking a car hire in San Francisco. The absolute best deal a user found was for $68/day from Alamo, booked on Jun. 1.
How much does it cost to hire a car in San Francisco for a week from Alamo?
From Alamo you can hire a car in San Francisco from about $524 per week on average.
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?
You can potentially save up to 27% on a month-long rental by booking with Alamo. Alamo is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in San Francisco can cost you on average $2,247 a month or $75 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.
How much is a car hire in San Francisco for a weekend?
$0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in San Francisco, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to San Francisco, then opt for a Supplier choice hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of July, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as $64/day.
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 7 June 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Francisco. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($35+).