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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in San Jose?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San Jose 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 24 April 2025.

January

Rp 708,024

February

Rp 741,739

March

Rp 724,882

April

Rp 775,455

May

Rp 927,174

June

Rp 1,011,463

July

Rp 1,146,325

August

Rp 1,011,463

September

Rp 960,890

October

Rp 876,601

November

Rp 859,743

December

Rp 893,459

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in San Jose 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 Jose

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in San Jose to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 April 2025.

Medium cars

Rp 518,655 - Rp 1,908,125

All Car Types

Rp 496,840 - Rp 1,908,125

To hire a medium car in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of Rp 772,865/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in San Jose, the United States (~Rp 518,655/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~Rp 1,908,125/day). In fact, December is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Jose, hiring a medium car saves you 12% 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 Jose

Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Jose known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in San Jose. Reviews were last updated on 24 April 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in San Jose, including Hertz, Budget and Alamo. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in San Jose, including Hertz, Budget and Alamo.

Hertz

6.3
Okay
63 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.4

Budget

6.2
Okay
58 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.1

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
25 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
16 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.9

Dollar

7.1
Good
19 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.3

Thrifty

7.0
Good
14 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.7

Avis

6.6
Okay
19 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

7.0

Airport Van

6.0
Okay
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in San Jose, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in San Jose?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Alamo (8.4 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in San Jose.

  • What are petrol prices like in San Jose?

    The average price of petrol in San Jose is Rp 15,171.95/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 682,738 and Rp 986,177 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 40% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in San Jose.

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

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

  • What car do most people hire in San Jose?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Economy (Toyota RAV4) in San Jose, making it the most popular option.

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