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Budget Car Hire in San Diego
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 Diego with a pick-up date of 2/11 and drop-off date of 13/11. 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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Budget car rentals in San Diego
Number of locations | 11 |
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Most common car type | Full-size |
Average price per day | £33 |
Cheapest price per day | £21 |
Popular Budget car types in San Diego
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in San Diego and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 October 2025.
Economy
£22+
Compact
£21+
Intermediate
£21+
Standard
£32+
People carrier
£47+
Full-size SUV
£36+
Premium
£32+
Premium SUV
£48+
Compare Budget car hire types in San Diego
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in San Diego to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 October 2025.
Small cars | £29 - £44 | |
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All Car Types | £36 - £63 |
Currently, the cheapest month to hire a small car from Budget in San Diego is January. The most expensive time to hire a small car from Budget is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, when you book your small car hire from Budget, and of course, current supply and demand.
Currently, the cheapest month to hire a medium car from Budget in San Diego is August. The most expensive time to hire a medium car from Budget is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, when you book your medium car hire from Budget, and of course, current supply and demand.
Currently, the cheapest month to hire a large car from Budget in San Diego is November. The most expensive time to hire a large car from Budget is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, when you book your large car hire from Budget, and of course, current supply and demand.
Currently, the cheapest month to hire a SUV from Budget in San Diego is November. The most expensive time to hire a SUV from Budget is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, when you book your SUV hire from Budget, and of course, current supply and demand.
Currently, the cheapest month to hire a van from Budget in San Diego is May. The most expensive time to hire a van from Budget is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, when you book your van hire from Budget, and of course, current supply and demand.
Currently, the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck from Budget in San Diego is January. The most expensive time to hire a pickup truck from Budget is February. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, when you book your pickup truck hire from Budget, and of course, current supply and demand.
Currently, the cheapest month to hire a luxury car from Budget in San Diego is November. The most expensive time to hire a luxury car from Budget is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, when you book your luxury car hire from Budget, and of course, current supply and demand.
Currently, the cheapest month to hire a convertible from Budget in San Diego is January. The most expensive time to hire a convertible from Budget is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, when you book your convertible hire from Budget, and of course, current supply and demand.
Hyundai Elantra£21/day
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Fiat Panda£22/day
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Budget locations in San Diego
Find Budget car rental locations in San Diego including addresses, phone numbers, and reviews.
Budget
121 reviews•11 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.2
Comfort
7.2
Overall
6.4
Pick-up/drop-off
6.5
Value
6.5
Best San Diego Car Hire Deals from Budget
Check out some of the best deals for Budget car hire in San Diego recently found.
Hyundai Elantra£21/day
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Kia Sportage£21/day
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Mitsubishi Lancer£21/day
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Budget Car Hire FAQs
How much does a car hire from Budget in San Diego cost?
Planning a trip to San Diego? Look no further than Budget for your car hire needs. The average cost per day for a San Diego car hire from Budget is £44, with the lowest price per day being £32. If you're hiring for a week, expect to pay an average of £308 for a Budget car hire in San Diego.
Does San Diego Airport have Budget rental cars?
Yes there is a Budget located at San Diego Airport. Their address is 3355 Admiral Boland Way.
Can I cancel my Budget car hire in San Diego?
Budget provides free cancellation for car hires in San Diego. However, please be aware that there may be a cancellation fee for last-minute cancellations. If you have any queries regarding fees and cancellation policies, you can call Budget at one of their San Diego locations. For a list of phone numbers, please click here and refer to the Locations tab.
What is the most popular Budget car hire in San Diego?
The most popular car type to rent from Budget in San Diego is Medium. On average, it costs around £21 per day to rent Medium However, our users have reported finding prices as low as £21 per day for Medium rentals.
What is the cheapest type of car to hire from Budget in San Diego?
Looking for affordable car hires in San Diego? Hiring a Small from Budget is your best bet. The average price for a Small is £20 per day, which is 56% cheaper compared to the agency's priciest car.
How many locations does Budget have in San Diego?
Consider Budget as they have 11 convenient locations in the city. Our user data shows that the most popular Budget location in San Diego can be found at 1110 Torrey Pines Road Suite H.
Budget Luxury Car Hire in San Diego
Arrive in style when you hire a luxury car in San Diego from Budget.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class£27/day
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Mercedes-Benz S-Class£27/day
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BMW 7 Series£28/day
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People carrier hires in San Diego
Find people carrier hire deals in San Diego from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in San Diego cost an average of £53 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 October 2025.
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer£45/day
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Nissan Serena£47/day
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Ford Galaxy£48/day
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