San Francisco

Budget Car Hire in San Francisco

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 10/1 and drop-off date of 18/1. 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 Francisco

Number of locations

6

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

£52

Cheapest price per day

£21

Popular Budget 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 31 December 2025.
Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

People carrier

People carrier

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compare Budget car hire types 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 31 December 2025.

Small cars

£31 - £52

All Car Types

£42 - £61

Currently, the cheapest month to hire a small car from Budget in San Francisco is March. The most expensive time to hire a small car from Budget is June. 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 Francisco is January. The most expensive time to hire a medium car from Budget is September. 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 Francisco is January. The most expensive time to hire a large car from Budget is August. 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 Francisco is January. The most expensive time to hire a SUV from Budget is December. 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 Francisco is February. 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 Francisco is March. The most expensive time to hire a pickup truck from Budget is December. 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 Francisco is March. The most expensive time to hire a luxury car from Budget is February. 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 Francisco is February. The most expensive time to hire a convertible from Budget is September. 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.

Toyota Corolla£21/day
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Audi A1 Sportback£22/day
2
M
A/C
Audi A1 Sportback

Budget locations in San Francisco

Find Budget car rental locations in San Francisco including addresses, phone numbers, and reviews.

Budget

7.2
Good
133 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.9

Best San Francisco Car Hire Deals from Budget

Check out some of the best deals for Budget car hire in San Francisco recently found.
Toyota Corolla£21/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Citroen C3 Aircross£21/day
4
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Honda Jazz£22/day
2
M
A/C
Honda Jazz

Budget Car Hire FAQs

  • How much does a car hire from Budget in San Francisco cost?

    Hire a car from Budget in San Francisco at an average cost of £52 per day. Our users found the lowest price per day for a San Francisco car hire from Budget at £30. For a week-long Budget car hire in San Francisco, the average cost would be £363.

  • Does San Francisco Airport have Budget rental cars?

    Yes, you can hire a car from Budget at San Francisco Airport (their address is 780 Mcdonnell Road).

  • Can I cancel my Budget car hire in San Francisco?

    Budget offers complimentary cancellations for car hires in San Francisco, although a cancellation fee may apply for last-minute cancellations. If you have inquiries about fees and cancellation policies, feel free to contact Budget at any of their San Francisco branches. To access a list of phone numbers, please click here and navigate to the Locations tab.

  • What is the most popular Budget car hire in San Francisco?

    If you're in San Francisco and need to hire a car, Budget is your go-to agency. The most popular choice among our customers is Medium. The average price for Medium hires is £23 per day, but it's possible to find rates as low as £23 per day.

  • What is the cheapest type of car to hire from Budget in San Francisco?

    For budget-friendly car hires in San Francisco, Budget is the go-to agency. Their cheapest option is the Small, with an average price of £21 per day. It's 55% cheaper than their most expensive car.

  • How many locations does Budget have in San Francisco?

    Budget has established 6 branches in San Francisco, making it a convenient option for car hires. Based on our user data, the most popular location for Budget in San Francisco is located at 333 O'farrell Street.

Budget Luxury Car Hire in San Francisco

Arrive in style when you hire a luxury car in San Francisco from Budget.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class£30/day
5
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Jaguar XF£31/day
5
4
M
A/C
Jaguar XF
Mercedes-Benz C-Class£32/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz C-Class

People carrier hires in San Francisco

Find people carrier hire deals in San Francisco from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in San Francisco cost an average of £59 per day. Price data was last updated on 31 December 2025.
Citroen Berlingo£48/day
5
M
A/C
Citroen Berlingo
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer£48/day
5
M
A/C
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer
Seat Alhambra£50/day
5
M
A/C
Seat Alhambra

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