San Jose

Cheap Car Rentals in San Jose

San Jose, CA, United States
26 Apr — 3 May
Driver's age: 26-65
San Jose, CA, United States
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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 19 April 2024.

January

Rp 647,563

February

Rp 793,265

March

Rp 858,021

April

Rp 874,210

May

Rp 858,021

June

Rp 971,345

July

Rp 955,156

August

Rp 971,345

September

Rp 874,210

October

Rp 922,778

November

Rp 793,265

December

Rp 793,265

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in San Jose is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is June. 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 19 April 2024.

Medium cars

Rp 1,238,627 - Rp 1,656,953

All Car Types

Rp 527,278 - Rp 1,656,953

To hire a medium car in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of Rp 704,414/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in San Jose, the United States (~Rp 1,238,627/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 1,656,953/day). In fact, March is about 75% 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 11% 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 hire a SUV in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of Rp 715,712/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in San Jose, the United States (~Rp 1,238,627/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~Rp 1,690,221/day). In fact, March is about 73% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Jose, hiring a SUV saves you 10% 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 19 April 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in San Jose, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Dollar. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in San Jose, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Dollar.

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
168 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
122 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.6

Dollar

7.6
Good
116 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.6

Hertz

6.4
Okay
184 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Avis

6.9
Okay
39 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.2

Budget

6.5
Okay
96 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.3

Europcar

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

6.1

Airport Van

5.6
Fair
18 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

5.3

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 19 April 2024.
  • 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 (8.5 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.0 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 16,512.88/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 743,079 and Rp 1,073,337 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in San Jose for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in San Jose. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about Rp 11,517,079 per week.

  • 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 Standard (Ford Edge) in San Jose, making it the most popular option.

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