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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 20 November 2024.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

RM 5.19

Average price per day

RM 180

Cheapest price per day

RM 160

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 20 November 2024.

January

RM 178

February

RM 214

March

RM 241

April

RM 241

May

RM 263

June

RM 277

July

RM 312

August

RM 294

September

RM 263

October

RM 250

November

RM 214

December

RM 236

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.

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 20 November 2024.

Small cars

RM 158 - RM 383

All Car Types

RM 184 - RM 374

To rent a small car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 255/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a small car in San Francisco, the United States (~RM 158/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~RM 383/day). In fact, November is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Francisco, renting a small car saves you 7% 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 rent a medium car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 247/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in San Francisco, the United States (~RM 170/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~RM 309/day). In fact, January is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Francisco, renting 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 rent a large car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 312/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a large car in San Francisco, the United States (~RM 125/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 586/day). In fact, November is about 60% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Francisco, renting a large car is 13% 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 rent a SUV in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 267/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in San Francisco, the United States (~RM 190/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~RM 333/day). In fact, October is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Francisco, renting a SUV 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.

To rent a van in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 279/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a van in San Francisco, the United States (~RM 146/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~RM 677/day). In fact, February is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Francisco, renting a van is 3% 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 rent a luxury car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 182/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in San Francisco, the United States (~RM 212/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 598/day). In fact, May is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for rental in San Francisco, renting a luxury car saves you 33% 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.

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 20 November 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the San Francisco area such as Sixt, Budget and Hertz. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Sixt

7.5
Good
121 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.4

Budget

7.4
Good
127 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.0

Hertz

6.4
Okay
127 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Thrifty

5.7
Fair
214 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.7

Dollar

5.3
Fair
113 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
57 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
56 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.3

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

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 20 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in San Francisco?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 180/day when booking a car hire in San Francisco. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 160/day from Thrifty, booked on Nov. 17.

  • 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 RM 5.19/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 233 and RM 337 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 a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in San Francisco. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about RM 1,241 per week.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 28% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in San Francisco.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in San Francisco check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    Our recent data shows that Thrifty can potentially be 25% below the average car hire price in San Francisco. Check prices and availability for Thrifty and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in San Francisco is on average RM 5,317 a month or RM 177 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your San Francisco car hire.

  • What car do most people hire in San Francisco?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to San Francisco is Compact (Chevrolet Bolt) based on our Cheapflights data.

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