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Cheap Car Rentals in Carlsbad, CA

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Carlsbad?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Carlsbad, CA 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 20 November 2024.

January

RM 236

February

RM 321

March

RM 303

April

RM 294

May

RM 268

June

RM 317

July

RM 299

August

RM 312

September

RM 281

October

RM 254

November

RM 268

December

RM 259

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Carlsbad is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is February. 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.

Top rental agencies in Carlsbad, CA

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Carlsbad, CA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car rental companies in Carlsbad, CA. Reviews were last updated on 20 November 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Carlsbad, including Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Hertz

9.2
Wonderful
1 review•3 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

10.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.7
Very Good
3 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.5

Budget

6.5
Okay
6 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.8

Avis

5.9
Fair
8 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

5.9

Zeeba Rent-A-Van

2 locations
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EZ Van

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Carlsbad, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 November 2024.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (9.2 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.6 rating) and Budget (6.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Carlsbad.

  • What are petrol prices like in Carlsbad?

    The average price of petrol in Carlsbad is RM 4.03/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 181 and RM 261 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Carlsbad 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 88% in Carlsbad - we recommend booking at least 50days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Carlsbad?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Carlsbad it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Carlsbad?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Carlsbad is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica) based on our Cheapflights data.

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