Car rental at San Diego Airport

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Kia Rio car
Kia Rio
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
$17/day
Ford Focus car
Ford Focus
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
$19/day
Nissan Sentra car
Nissan Sentra
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
2/4
$19/day
Dodge Grand Caravan car
Dodge Grand Caravan
or similar VAN
5
5
4-5
$44/day
Ford Explorer car
Ford Explorer
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$39/day
Dodge Charger car
Dodge Charger
or similar LARGE
5
5
4-5
$34/day
Chrysler 300 car
Chrysler 300
or similar LUXURY
5
5
4-5
$38/day
Ford Mustang Convertible car
Ford Mustang Convertible
or similar CONVERTIBLE
5
3
2/4
$56/day
BMW X1 car
BMW X1
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
$57/day
Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
$19/day
Ford EcoSport car
Ford EcoSport
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$24/day
Kia Sportage car
Kia Sportage
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$27/day
Hyundai Santa Fe car
Hyundai Santa Fe
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$32/day
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Top tips for renting a car at San Diego Airport

  • One of the advantages of car rental at San Diego Airport (SAN) is the fact that the rental car center has a great location to get you to practically any spot in the metropolitan area. Once you're in your car leaving the center you are only about a 5min drive from downtown San Diego, plus you are close to entrances to Interstate 5, which gives you easy access to the city freeway system.
  • One of the best reasons for car rental at San Diego Airport as opposed to other forms of transportation is the speed at which you can reach your destination. Plus, renting a car is a relatively cost-effective means of transportation, especially if you plan on being in the San Diego area for several days. For example, taking a town car from the airport to downtown San Diego can cost you nearly $45. While there is also public transportation available to take you to several points around the city simply getting to downtown can take nearly 20min and traveling any farther than that can take a substantial amount of time. When you take both cost and convenience into consideration, renting a car is a recommended choice for travelers heading to San Diego.
  • One of the great things about San Diego Airport car rental is the large rental car center that has a location offsite from the airport. This rental car center is open 24h per day and seven days per week. To travel to the center from the terminal buildings simply exit the terminal buildings from the baggage claim area and hop aboard one of the free shuttle buses that operate regularly. The trip to the rental car center from the airport takes only about 5min, and once you are inside the rental car center all of the companies have prominent signage to direct you to their location.
  • Just as car rental at San Diego Airport is easy, returning your car is just as easy. As you approach the airport you will find plenty of signage to direct you back to the rental car center and your car rental company. Most companies will allow a contactless drop-off or you can also speak with staff that will be available about any issues with the rental. Once your return your car, head to the front of the rental car center and board the same shuttle that brought you to the center to take you back to the terminal buildings.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars at San Diego Airport for $45 or less
  • Book your rental car at San Diego Airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
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FAQs about renting a car at San Diego Airport

  • What type of documentation do I need to rent a car at this airport?

    When renting a car at this airport you will need to present a valid driver's license that is in the name of the person renting a car. If you are traveling to San Diego from a country other than the United States, you can use a valid driver's license issued from your country of origin. You will also need to present a valid passport at the time of your rental.

  • Which rental car companies are easiest to use at this airport?

    If you are looking for the fastest way to rent a car, your best choices are with the largest major brands such as Hertz and Avis. Both companies will have large information boards the travelers can utilize to find their cars at the rental car center without waiting in line or dealing with any staff.

  • What type of amenities will at find at the rental car center?

    The amenities travelers will find at this rental car center are similar to those that would they would find at any rental car center at a major airport. These include things such as ample restrooms, as well as vending options for snacks and drinks.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car at San Diego Airport?

    On average a rental car at San Diego Airport costs $60 per day.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company at San Diego Airport?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at NU Car ($17/day), Econorent ($19/day) and U-Save ($19/day).

  • What is the best rental car company at San Diego Airport?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies at San Diego Airport are Alamo (8.5, 103 reviews), Hertz (7.5, 98 reviews), and Budget (7.4, 57 reviews).

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at San Diego Airport?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from San Diego Airport to off-airport locations include Payless, Fox, Dollar, Hertz, Thrifty, Budget, Alamo, Sixt, Avis, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

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San Diego Airport car rental reviews and directory 
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Alamo

8.5

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.8

Value for money

8.0

One location in San Diego Airport

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from$62/day

Locations in San Diego Airport

3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 833 763 1741

Monday04:30 - 23:59
Tuesday04:30 - 23:59
Wednesday04:30 - 23:59
Thursday04:30 - 23:59
Friday04:30 - 23:59
Saturday04:30 - 23:59
Sunday04:30 - 23:59
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4.0 Mediocre

Patrick, Oct 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
The price quoted was double when I got there to pickup.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
It was easy, very friendly managers, kiosk or a manager and the kiosk guy was trying to make the line go fast and sort everybody to speed up the process.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Liked: Clorox wipe - great touch. Friendly staff After hours drop off Convenient (for us) pick up / drop off locations Could be better: Cost - we only needed the car for a few hours but had to rent it for the entire day. I get it, but would be nice to have a 1/2 day option. 😊

10.0 Wonderful

Jeremy, Jun 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
Great car. Great service. Done well.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Quick pickup, so easy very well organized. Best car rental expetience ever. San Diego Airport.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Luxury

KAYAK
A-1 customer service from everyone who worked there

1 out of 17

Sixt

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.7

Value for money

6.5

One location in San Diego Airport

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from$41/day

Locations in San Diego Airport

3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 888 749 8227

Monday00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Wednesday00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Friday00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Saturday00:00 - 01:0007:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Luxury

KAYAK
The people who work for Sixt could have been friendlier. They were short and aggravated with no smiles, no "your welcome", nothing of the sort. Other than that, the experience of renting the car was great and smooth.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Convertible

KAYAK
The drop off was complicated moving the charges to another credit card despite our telling them our intentions before we took the car and as we dropped it off. It required a manager and quite a bit of time. Fortunately, we didn’t miss our flight but it was close despite the extra time we allocated and TSA-Pre.

10.0 Wonderful

Ricardo, Dec 2023

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Great service. Easy pickup and drop off.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2023

Full-size

KAYAK
The front desk employe was very polite and helpful. She answered all our questions without any problem.

10.0 Wonderful

Patrick, Oct 2022

KAYAK
Nice car. Fast service

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2022

KAYAK
Excellent service from check in to check out. I could not have been happier with my experience.

1 out of 27

Thrifty

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.1

One location in San Diego Airport

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Locations in San Diego Airport

3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 877 283 0898

Monday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Tuesday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Wednesday00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 23:59
Thursday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Friday00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 23:59
Saturday00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 23:59
Sunday00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 23:59
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2.0 Poor

Eric, Dec 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Terrible , worse experience ever , when we arrived at Thrifty no car was available despite we reserved many days prior , and they gave no assistance. We had to Uber to our destination. We will NEVER use them again and also recommend to our friends and family never to use them.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Cost for tolls was exhorbitant

2.0 Poor

Deborah, Sep 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
They had a 1.5 hour line and were out of the car type we reserved. They advised us to come back the next day and even then they didn’t have the car we reserved. So we ended up having to make a new reservation with a different company.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Didn't end up completing reservation because they didn't have a car.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Inside the car was a mold

4.0 Mediocre

Elvira, Feb 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
Was not charged the same and the return was totally incorrect. Also I mentioned I have car insurance and still had it charged. How can you fix this

1 out of 23

Payless

4.4

Most popular

Cleanliness

5.3

Comfort

5.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.3

Value for money

4.5

One location in San Diego Airport

from$27/day

Locations in San Diego Airport

3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 619 296 4966

Monday06:00 - 23:59
Tuesday06:00 - 23:59
Wednesday06:00 - 23:59
Thursday06:00 - 23:59
Friday06:00 - 23:59
Saturday06:00 - 23:59
Sunday06:00 - 23:59

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10.0 Wonderful

Javaking, Dec 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Car needs to be wiped down more. Interior cleaned better.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Compact

KAYAK
It’s sooo expensive and The total amount confirmed on Expedia and the amount I had to pay on-site were so different that it felt really off.

8.0 Very good

John, Oct 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Car was a little dated but good value and quick service

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Car was old, had significant mechanical issues, and was dirty. Were I not expecting to drive less than 10 miles, I wouldn't have accepted it. It was also significantly dirty inside and had trim pieces loose.

2.0 Poor

Matt, Sep 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
They charged me extra $250 while I am picking the car. Literally fraud, I will dispute the charge. Probably I will never use kayak again for any rentals.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Beware! Deceptive pricing. Forced me to take minimum coverage costing an extra $150 even though I explained I already had insurance. When I called to complain, they asked me to bring the car in for inspection and if there was no damage they would refund one day. This is crazy. Don’t rent from this company.

Ace

4.2

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

4.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.0

Value for money

4.5

2 locations in San Diego Airport

Locations in San Diego Airport

1002 West Juniper Street

+1 619 323 3100

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday08:00 - 18:00

2548 Kettner Blvd

+1 858 999 9066

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday08:00 - 18:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Cheryl Lynn, Apr 2024

Full-size

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Check in & check out super easy & efficient.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
I couldn’t rent the car. Their machine to check my passport was not working at all Plus the price they asked me was 3 times bigger than what the site said. Emoloyer was pretty rude Very very bad I wasted my time

10.0 Wonderful

Tony, Feb 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Ace had great pricing and pickup and drop off was quick and easy. Jenny helped us check in and was very nice and helpful. She gave my wife and I several restaurant recommendations while we were in town for the weekend. Car was nothing special and drove a little bit run down, but it was fine for the few days we used it. Would use them again because of the customer service, ease of booking, and value.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
Pickup process took an hour. Had to wait outside in the cold while they checked in another customer. Then I returned it on its due date and tried to check another car using a new reservation with a better rate but they would not honor the new rate.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Gentle people and respectful.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Standard

KAYAK
some parking lot with a portable toilet sized office. The guy kept hustling me and adding on money till I left.

MEXRENTACAR

Cleanliness

4.6

Comfort

4.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

3.7

Value for money

4.1

2 locations in San Diego Airport

Locations in San Diego Airport

1002 West Juniper Street

+1 619 255 9094

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3355 Admiral Boland Way

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1.9 Poor

Bonnie, Jun 2021

KAYAK
Don’t use this company. Not onsite to the airport and shuttle service only from 8am-6pm.

2.0 Poor

Devang, Jun 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

New car

Cons:

This location is not near the airport and you have to take two shuttles which was never mentioned. Also they charged me $80 extra when i went to pick up my car saying I have to pay those fees if not dont get my rental. It felt i was held hostage as had no choice

2.0 Poor

Patrick, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Car was clean.

Cons:

Office doesn’t answer phone. Ever. Hours on their voicemail aren’t those kept by office. No overnight drop box. Not at airport. They don’t return calls. Waiver for liability is a scam. I will never rent from them again.

4.0 Mediocre

Mike, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Cheap

Cons:

Pick was awful.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing because they said or we scheduled to pick up the car at 6:00 PM and it was confirmed. We received emails for 6:00 PM pickup. When we went for pickup they were closed and there was already a customer waiting who said he had have a really hard time getting a car there. The gates were closed, no car for us. The response was “guy leaves 6:00 pm on the dot” Really? Worst place to book from. Never book your car here unless you want to take the risk of not having a car to drive when you get there.

Cons:

Everything - I don’t think this car rental should be permitted to operate if they don’t have the will to serve their customers with right information and service.

2.0 Poor

Seyeong, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing at all

Cons:

this rental company should clearly indicate international customer have no option but they have to paid the liability insurance and it cost 16/day so customer don't get frustrate and choose the other rental car that does not mandatory on this. also they should need to mention that they don't care about the customer so they don't answer the phone no matter what and you need to find yourself to get to the rental car company. for customer, i will say look at the review before book this company and if they are lazy or stupid enough like me then they will learn the lesson hard way.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.1

Value for money

8.8

One location in San Diego Airport

from$64/day

Locations in San Diego Airport

3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 833 763 1739

Monday04:30 - 23:59
Tuesday04:30 - 23:59
Wednesday04:30 - 23:59
Thursday04:30 - 23:59
Friday04:30 - 23:59
Saturday04:30 - 23:59
Sunday04:30 - 23:59

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10.0 Wonderful

Trudy, Dec 2024

Premium SUV

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Personable and good value

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
#1

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Great overall

10.0 Wonderful

Susan, May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Everything was super easy, picking up and dropping off.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Everything went great from staff to the car it was a great experience

Cons:

Nothing could have made it better.

8.4 Very good

Anonymous, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was super friendly at both the pick up and the drop off. However, I don't appreciate the fast talking sales person trying to upsell is a shady manner. Suddenly my one way rental jumped from $70 to $130 but luckily the customer service guy on the phone and the staff at the drop off location were super helpful, understanding and accommodating.

Cons:

Explain all the charges clearly and slowly and include actual pricing info instead of trying to just get the most out of every customer. People are on strict budgets these days and lack of transparency and not having the customers best interest in mind will cause you to lose business.

Hertz

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.5

Value for money

7.2

One location in San Diego Airport

from$55/day

Locations in San Diego Airport

3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 619 767 5700

Monday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 23:59
Wednesday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 23:59
Friday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Saturday00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 23:59
Sunday00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 23:59

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2025

Supplier choice

KAYAK
The idiot at the desk wouldn’t honor my reservation. Cancelled it.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Clean car, easy pick up, not many options for vehicles. Some options were heavily damaged, which was concerning.

4.0 Mediocre

Jeffrey, Jan 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
I had a rough time getting my car. We booked Hertz from Santa Ana to San Diego. I had the same reservation in both car rental locations. But I had to pay an upgrade in San Diego. I was also charged 4x my quoted price which was annoying. I don’t recommend the San Diego Airport Hertz for your car rental. It seemed shady.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Customer service agent at the counter was excellent and had good customer service. Vehicle was very good and enjoyed the rental experience.

10.0 Wonderful

Gerry, Oct 2023

Minivan

KAYAK
Agent was friendly and efficient. Vehicle was clean and worked well

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2023

Pickup truck

KAYAK
Unfortunately the truck was not cleaned very well. Peanut shells were found throughout the cabin and it was clear someone had smoked cigarettes prior.

Budget

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.4

Value for money

7.5

One location in San Diego Airport

from$80/day

Locations in San Diego Airport

3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 619 680 4949

Monday00:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:00
Wednesday00:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:00
Friday00:00 - 01:00
Saturday00:00 - 01:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00

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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Jan 2025

Luxury

KAYAK
The wait time for pickup was very long. The Budget employee that I worked with was pushy with selling their insurance to the point of giving misinformation. The car windows were dirty from inside and I eventually had to spend time cleaning them thoroughly because it was otherwise very difficult to see through them.

4.0 Mediocre

Brian, Dec 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
They don’t accept insurance that Kayak sells that I bought it. Besides that I rented a SUV and they didn’t have it. I got a pickup

2.0 Poor

Michael, Oct 2024

Economy

KAYAK
The did not honor the price. Overcharged!

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Compact

KAYAK
My reservation was cancelled and we did not use the services.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
I found out that I do not like Jeeps!! The unit was clean and well maintained, and there was nothing Budget could do better.

8.0 Very good

Angie, Apr 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Thought I had reserved an intermediate suv, received a compact. It worked out okay once all our luggage was out.

Avis

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.5

Value for money

7.1

One location in San Diego Airport

from$68/day

Locations in San Diego Airport

3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 619 688 5000

Monday00:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:00
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Thursday00:00 - 01:00
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Saturday00:00 - 01:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
Smooth and easy.

10.0 Wonderful

Abdul, Sep 2024

Passenger van

KAYAK
The young lady and Carl really took care of us. They deserve a raise. They went above and behond to make sure I was satisfied.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Everything was easy and quick. Aug ‘24

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Pickup truck

KAYAK
It was easy and really good

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
The pick up was quick and easy. Rented from avis ontario weekend prior had the worst experience waiting in line over an hr.. and then they couldn't find reservation and it was prepaid.. san diego was quick n easy. Love it.. will use again

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
Wonderful

Dollar

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

6.7

2 locations in San Diego Airport

from$53/day

Locations in San Diego Airport

2745 Otay Pacific Drive

+1 800 365 1111

Opening times not available

3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 866 434 2226

Monday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 23:59
Wednesday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Thursday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
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10.0 Wonderful

SANDEEP, Jan 2025

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Great experience Easy pick up and drop off. Excellent rental rates

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
Accommodate with a comparable vehicle that was equipped with Apple Car Play.

2.0 Poor

Christopher, Nov 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
I still had hair and other stuff from previous owner, yet get dinged with 400 dollar cleaning fee. Also the dollar employees especially Marie will lie into your face, even ignores multiple insurance declines and keeps asking as if she wants to jinx your rental.. i was extra careful nothing happened, still having her lie about gas prices and them without consent adding a random cleaning fee just showes how desperate dollar has gotten these days

10.0 Wonderful

Matthew, Oct 2024

Pickup truck

KAYAK
Worked out great got in/out in a timely fashion

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Premium SUV

KAYAK
Did the “time saving” pre check in to avoid lines the day of and we still waited over an hour to even see an employee much less be given our vehicle. First one had something wrong with the engine that forced us to drive it back and return it the same day. Adding more time and headache to this experience.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Pickup at SAN was a nightmare. Dollar gave me online checkin and it still took about 57 minutes to get my car and exit the rental area. They were understaffed, ignorant of the process, and inefficient.

NU Car

4.2

Cheapest deal

Cleanliness

5.6

Comfort

5.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

3.7

Value for money

4.7

One location in San Diego Airport

from$20/day

Locations in San Diego Airport

2263 Pacific Hwy

+1 844 270 2377

Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59

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2.0 Poor

Christine, Jan 2025

Supplier choice

KAYAK
I didn't even get rental car because they overbooked.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2025

Supplier choice

KAYAK
It was bad and poor service

2.0 Poor

Shawn, Dec 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
It was a pretty terrible experience. When we arrived, we were told to wait outside. I have no idea why, the inside of the building had plenty of room for several more parties. After 30 min, we were brought inside. Meanwhile a long line of customers was accumulating outside. We had reserved a mid-size vehicle, but when we arrived we were told that they don't have mid-size vehicles and that we would be getting a compact. And then they told us that they didn't have any compact vehicles for another 2 hours. We were told that we hadn't pre-paid, which is weird because I was charged by Expedia. They tried to upsell us on a full-size vehicle another $15. For that price, I could have gotten something on-site at the airport. I declined and took and Uber to my destination instead and rented a car through Turo the next day. I had a great experience with my Turo rental. I contacted Expedia and they processed my refund. Expedia tired to call the rental agency to confirm the situation, but they couldn't get a hold of them. I assume because they were too busy disappointing more customers.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Compact

KAYAK
The vehicle was nice; however, the pick-up was the worst experience I have ever had. The shuttle did not come and pick me up from the airport and I had to Uber to their facility to get my rental.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Nu left us stranded at the airport. Just before our arrival they sent me an email which stated that they could not accommodate our rental and that they would revisit it tomorrow. They also threatened to add fees if I contacted my credit card and disputed the charges. I ended up renting from Alamo.

2.0 Poor

Angie, Sep 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
Questionable car rental agency. They asked for a copy of my electric or gas bill to verify my address at pickup, and tried to sell me extra insurance even though I told them I already purchased it when I booked, and paid, for the car. When returning they also checked ID to make sure I was the one who had rented the car. Very sketchy and I would not rent with them again.

Advantage

10.0

Wonderful

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in San Diego Airport

Locations in San Diego Airport

3355 Admiral Borland Way

+1 619 491 3151

Monday05:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

it was great, I used kayak to do the reservation

Silvercar

10.0

Wonderful

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.0

One location in San Diego Airport

Locations in San Diego Airport

2548 Kettner Blvd

+1 855 359 2227

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Andrew, Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Great being able to select the exact car you want for a rental.

Cons:

Feel financially taken advantage for wanting a luxury specific car rather than a general “luxury category” rental.

National

8.7

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.3

Value for money

8.5

One location in San Diego Airport

from$115/day

Locations in San Diego Airport

3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 833 763 1740

Monday00:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:00
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8.8 Very good

Abraham, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

staff was very friendly

Cons:

everything was great but did not receive a truck with a full tank. the dial gauge on the dashboard showed the nail as full but the digital fuel gauge showed fewer miles than how I returned it. I explained this to the rental agent but he just blew me off.

10.0 Wonderful

Jamie, Apr 2022

KAYAK
Easy booking, great customer service and easy return at the airport

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Mar 2022

KAYAK
I just say thank you

10.0 Wonderful

David, Dec 2021

KAYAK
The car was brand new. Getting and returning the car was a breeze. It was great.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

My rental car was dead at noon June 15, 2021 on our way from San Diego to Yosemite National Park. We contacted National roadside assistance and they couldn't do anything to help. We had to be in the middle of nowhere under the heat of 100F. After 7 hours stranded, the tow truck came at 7:30 pm to tow the car and left our luggage on the street. The taxi came at 7:45pm to take us to the rental car office, but the office was closed at 5:00pm. Taxi only offered to take us to the nearby hotel and it had to be under our own expense. I couldn't stay at the nearby hotel because I already sent my under age children to the campsite close to the Yosemite National Park with a group of friends when the car broke down. I had to pay my friend to come back from campsite to car broke down location to pick us up and took us to the campsite while the Taxi denied to take us because it was too far. We had to spend $200 to cover that pick up. The road side assistance had confirmed that their agent at the airport close to the Yosemite NP had a reserve replacement car for us, but when we came to pick up the car. They had no car available; We had to call RSA and stayed on the phone with them hours and hours, I was stranded at the airport from 9:00 am to 3:45 pm on June 16, 2021 talked to a whole bunch of different people to end up with the smaller SUV that didn’t have enough room for everybody in my family and the luggage. Half of my family had to split with other cars within our group of friends. The rental car has ruined my family vacation. We had lost 2 vacation days. Instead of enjoying nature, we have been stranded on the road or the rental car office. We had lost our park’s fee and the campsite’s fee for nothing; the stress of dealing with the Roadside assistant customer service that won’t be able to help much drove us crazy. On the top of those issues, I have been charged almost $54 for the gas on the Buick Enclave and they didn’t give me the credit for the gas left on the Infiniti QX80 when the car was dead and it still had more than ½ tank of gas. With all of those issues National only give me credit of $199. I was so frustrated with National. I will never rent from National or deal with Kayak again. The worst customer service that I have ever deal with.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

I love it

U-Save

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

7.6

One location in San Diego Airport

from$22/day

Locations in San Diego Airport

1025 W Laurel St

+1 424 295 0587

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
Excellent!!

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Economy

KAYAK
The value of renting the car and process was worth it. However, pickup with the shuttle went terribly since they hadn't come from an hour, ignored my phone calls, and I ended up ubering to their office from their assigned pickup point.

2.0 Poor

Ryan, Feb 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
Got in to the airport at 5:45. Apparently they close at 5:30pm. What kind of a rental car place closes? People depend on it. Horrible! Had to rent a car from someone else.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Compact

KAYAK
Can't beat the price. I'm very happy with the rental and would use them again.

4.0 Mediocre

Patti, Nov 2023

Standard

KAYAK
When I booked this rental, the description showed the rental center was off-site as were all the other major rentals, Avis, Budget, Dollar, etc. What WASN’T revealed until our plane landed was that a 2nd shuttle from the rental center was required. That shuttle dropped us at an office located through a garage into a grimy building with all vacant offices except the U-Save rental office. After completing the paperwork (which included a statement that there would be no price adjustments if the vehicle was returned early- which we did after experiencing the multi- shuttle issue), we had to walk down a hill to a parking garage to get the car. The vehicle itself, a Toyota Corolla, (these are now “standard”, not “compact”) was a brand new hybrid and worked well except for the 1 trip we took with all 5 of our party - a bit cramped. When we decided to return the car early to avoid the dual shuttle situation on our departure day, we were directed to wait in the dark, grimy garage for the shuttle to return. 5 other folks arrived with their luggage also. After waiting around 10 minutes, we decided to Uber back to the hotel. We trudged the 1/2 block up the hill from the garage (we’re 72 and 83 years old) , where the shuttle would have been also, and got an Uber with no problem. The Uber pulled up at the same time as the shuttle - which was a 7 passenger mini-van - it would’ve been a tight squeeze. Bottom line - decent car but not worth the aggravation. Spend a few more dollars for a name brand company. I wish we had.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
Explain the double shuttle ride better

Europcar

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.4

Value for money

6.4

One location in San Diego Airport

from$36/day

Locations in San Diego Airport

Please Go To Fox Counter

+1 619 432 0620

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6.0 Okay

Chuck, Dec 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Needed a bigger car, we feel like this was the smallest in this class. Lines at Fox were terrible. Waited more than 40 minutes.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
Waited 2 hours then had to cancel due to the options available.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Economy

KAYAK
They charged me the money and didn't want to honor the reservation. They wanted to give me a different car for 3x the price. Bait & switch. This company should be shut down.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
The price quoted, agreed and paid in advance was not the final price. When I went to collect the car, I was quoted an additional $300 for extra insurance which is only a company policy and not state law. Consequently, I did not collect the car and hired from a different company. I was assured by the pick-up desk that my credit card would not go through, but I have still been charged $640 dollars for a car I did not collect. DO NOT USE.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2023

Minivan

KAYAK
The experience was good, easy and fast.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2023

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Person who handled initially rental at desk was very accommodating. Great ride! Easy drop off. Will rent again based on customer service alone.

Fox

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

5.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.8

Value for money

6.0

One location in San Diego Airport

from$34/day

Locations in San Diego Airport

3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 619 432 0620

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
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8.0 Very good

Marlena, Oct 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Car had smoke smell in it. But nice car. Super easy return.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
I honestly don't think anything could've been done better. My husband is not a fan of smaller cars but we couldn't see renting something big for 3 days. All of the employees were super friendly & helpful with our rental experience. Thank you for that.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
The car was clean, comfortable. But when I booked, I paid 85$ as quoted and when I got to the counter to pick up the car, I was charged another 200$ that would cover 150$ as a "return fee" that was not disclosed anywhere because I was picking the car up at San Diego and returning it in Phoenix. I don't mind paying a fee as long as it is disclosed ahead of time and I can fully make the decision to rent or not, by comparing with other services. The counter representative only explained that it would be refunded once the car was returned. I returned it the same it was rented, (Sat 5 of sept) and the money has not been refunded (as of 9/9 9:29am). Maybe I have to wait a little longer to get the refund but there was a lack of clarity from the representative to explain where in the contract that I was to sign, it stated that it was going to be refunded. I asked how I could be assured that the money was going to be refunded and the only response was that it would. The one thing I will praise was the car attendant that received the car in Sky harbor airport in Phoenix, I did not get his name but he was very helpful, and guided me out of the rental area at 11pm. Very kind of him. For safety, I will write to Fox to let them know that as I was braking in the winding downhill road towards Phoenix, the car wheel was trembling and I had to descend at less than 50mph to be able to keep the car stable, probably an issue with tire balance. Crossing my fingers I get the refund, but this should not be the case.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
My flight was cancelled/delayed and Fox would not honor my reservation when I arrived. They sent me to a different off site car rental company. I was over charged for the type of car I received. It was all very sketchy.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
We were forced to pay up charges for a large suv and then didn’t get a large suv. No one could help us refund.

6.0 Okay

james, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly

Cons:

My vehicle was not ready on time so I had to return later. When I returned I was given the wrong vehicle, much less than I had paid for. The manager was not able to give discount because the rental was purchased thru Kayak. Will most likely never use Kayak or Fox again.

York Car Rental

4.1

Cleanliness

4.8

Comfort

4.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.0

Value for money

4.5

One location in San Diego Airport

from$26/day

Locations in San Diego Airport

2548 Kettner Boulevard

+1 213 222 8180

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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Pick up and drop off, basically is non-existent, confusing, and lacks professionalism.

2.0 Poor

Emily, Oct 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Waiting almost an hour at pick up of the car, not given much information. Still waiting for deposit return weeks later.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
I like their process but it would be better if their location at the airport with the other rental car it will be a little more convenient but other than that everything is good to enjoy it

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
More shuttle drivers needed

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Hidden fees/charges. Scam. No one on site during work hours to drop off car.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
I went to pick up the was closed I called no answer

Airport Van

Cleanliness

3.2

Comfort

3.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

4.4

One location in San Diego Airport

Locations in San Diego Airport

904 W Grape St.

+1 877 826 4680

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2.0 Poor

Kato, Mar 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Booked a van pickup 5pm and drop off at same time 2 days later. The day off, 3 hours before pickup, I get a phone call from the location telling me I need to pickup an hour early because they decide to close at 4 “today”. Of fine. “Oh and also you need to drop off before 10am in 2 days because we will be closed at 10am”. “Or you can pay an extra $60 for late drop off”. What?? Late drop off would mean I extend pass my 24h, which I’m not!! If you decide to close early how does that become my problem?? Very disappointing.

2.0 Poor

Kato, Mar 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Booked a van for 2 days w/ 150 mile per day. Arrived at location to be told that policies “of this specific branch” have changed and are now 150 “per rental” (!!!??) Long story short it’s obvious Non sense. Worker at location didn’t show any compassion and on the phone corporate couldn’t do anything because “we are reservation center and customer center only works week days”. Customer service non existent, bummer for loyal and respectful customers like us but I guess that’s the way it goes now.

3.2 Poor

Michael, Feb 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Van was nice.

Cons:

Shuttle service was terrible/non existent. Rental office is a run down shack to smells of urine.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

I can accurately rate this—they never showed up to pick me up. I waited a half hour for the shuttle and finally had to rent another car because I had a meeting in another town. I sincerely hope they didn’t charge my credit card.

GREEN MOTION

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

2.0

One location in San Diego Airport

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3355 Admiral Boland Way

1 877-247-3362

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2023

Passenger van

KAYAK
Rented the car a month ago. Day of picking up the car was told the rental car facility doesn’t exist in San Diego. Tried to get a refund but the phone number is s third party

Midway

6.3

Okay

One location in San Diego Airport

Locations in San Diego Airport

3355, Admiral Boland Way

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E-Z Rent-A-Car

4.8

Mediocre

One location in San Diego Airport

Locations in San Diego Airport

3355 Admiral Borland Way

+1 619 326 4285

Monday05:00 - 23:59
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Priceless

4.2

Mediocre

One location in San Diego Airport

Locations in San Diego Airport

1858 San Diego Ave

619-752-1967

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Elita Rent A Car

4.0

Mediocre

One location in San Diego Airport

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San Diego Airport Lindberg Fld S. Diego SAN

+1 619 326 4285

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Easirent

4.6

Mediocre

One location in San Diego Airport

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San Diego International Airport

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CarWiz

3.2

Poor

One location in San Diego Airport

Locations in San Diego Airport

2067 Fifth Avenue

+1 619 366 1505

Monday08:00 - 18:00
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ADDCAR RENTAL

2.0

Poor

2 locations in San Diego Airport

Locations in San Diego Airport

1516 W Redwood St 100

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3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 855 313 9431

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keddy by Europcar

6.3

Okay

One location in San Diego Airport

Locations in San Diego Airport

San Diego Airport

+1 619 326 4285

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MAGGIORE

7.6

Good

One location in San Diego Airport

Locations in San Diego Airport

San Diego airport

+1 619 296 4966

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United Auto Rental

No score available yet

2 locations in San Diego Airport

Locations in San Diego Airport

1516 W Redwood #100

+1 619 688 1800

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3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 855 313 9431

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1st Van Rental

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One location in San Diego Airport

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3225 North Harbor Dr.

+1 858 333 7775

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A Plus Car & Truck

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One location in San Diego Airport

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2008 India Street

+1 619 233 8300

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Ace Rent-a-Car

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One location in San Diego Airport

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San Diego Int'l Airport

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Ace Rental Cars

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One location in San Diego Airport

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1002 West Juniper Street

+1 619 255 9094

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