Cheapflights insights for San Jose car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in San Jose, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in San Jose?
Book your car hire in San Jose 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 698,165/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1,366,707% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in San Jose?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in San Jose is Hertz (rated 6.3/10 with 62 reviews). Budget (rated 6.2/10 with 60 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in San Jose?
Planning to hire a car in San Jose? January is the cheapest month, costing about Rp 681,929 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of Rp 1,055,366. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
Rp 681,929
February
Rp 714,402
March
Rp 698,165
April
Rp 698,165
May
Rp 828,057
June
Rp 876,766
July
Rp 1,055,366
August
Rp 974,184
September
Rp 909,239
October
Rp 844,293
November
Rp 811,820
December
Rp 860,529
What car do most people hire in San Jose?
The most popular types of cars to hire in San Jose are the following: Intermediate cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar), Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar), and SUV cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in San Jose?
Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 9 locations in San Jose, more than any other rental company in the area.
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 15 July 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.
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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 15 July 2025.
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.