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Cheap Car Rentals in San Jose from S$ 49

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 Jose with a pick-up date of 18-1 and drop-off date of 20-1. 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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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 December 2024.

January

S$ 55

February

S$ 66

March

S$ 71

April

S$ 71

May

S$ 75

June

S$ 81

July

S$ 90

August

S$ 81

September

S$ 77

October

S$ 70

November

S$ 67

December

S$ 71

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.

Popular car types in San Jose

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in San Jose and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in San Jose this past week from 61 hire locations out of 24 hire agencies. Prices for a San Jose small car hire start from S$ 49/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

S$ 49+

Compact

Compact

S$ 52+

Intermediate

Intermediate

S$ 57+

Full-size

Full-size

S$ 68+

People carrier

People carrier

S$ 84+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

S$ 121+

Convertible

Convertible

S$ 122+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

S$ 121+

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 December 2024.

Small cars

S$ 37 - S$ 137

All Car Types

S$ 44 - S$ 117

To hire a small car in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of S$ 77/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in San Jose, the United States (~S$ 37/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~S$ 137/day). In fact, January is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Jose, hiring a small car saves you 8% 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. Here are the best San Jose small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of S$ 65/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in San Jose, the United States (~S$ 42/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~S$ 115/day). In fact, October is about 36% 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 23% 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. Here are the best San Jose medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of S$ 67/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in San Jose, the United States (~S$ 49/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~S$ 151/day). In fact, October is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Jose, hiring a large car saves you 21% 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. Here are the best San Jose large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of S$ 61/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in San Jose, the United States (~S$ 50/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~S$ 134/day). In fact, October is about 19% 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 28% 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. Here are the best San Jose SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Audi A1S$ 49/day
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Audi A1
Toyota Yaris Sedan/ViosS$ 52/day
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A/C
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios
Toyota Yaris Sedan/ViosS$ 65/day
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A/C
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios

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 December 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving San Jose, such as 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
66 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Budget

6.2
Okay
56 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.1

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
27 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
15 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.0

Dollar

7.6
Good
20 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.7

Thrifty

7.0
Good
16 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Avis

6.7
Okay
20 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.1

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

Best San Jose car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in San Jose. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in San Jose with an average daily rate of S$ 76. Data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the San Jose area. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Audi A1S$ 49/day
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A/C
Audi A1
Toyota Yaris Sedan/ViosS$ 52/day
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A/C
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios
Toyota CamryS$ 57/day
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A/C
Toyota Camry

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 December 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in San Jose?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in San Jose from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget (S$ 52/day), Thrifty (S$ 64/day), and Dollar (S$ 65/day).

  • 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 (8.4 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 S$ 1.22/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between S$ 55 and S$ 79 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring a car in San Jose for a week can be a great option for travel. Dollar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around S$ 526/week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 39% 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?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in San Jose check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much is a car hire in San Jose for a weekend?

    It costs S$ 0 for a weekend car hire in San Jose, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Compact as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in San Jose in January, prices are S$ 0 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in San Jose?

    Nissan Altima, which is a Full-size vehicle, is the most popular to hire at San Jose according to Cheapflights users.

Luxury car rentals in San Jose

Find luxury car rental deals in San Jose from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in San Jose cost an average of S$ 131 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Ride in luxury during your trip to San Jose by selecting one of these great deals we've found. If these car rental deals don't suit your needs, make sure to check back soon as we're constantly finding new offers for our users.
Audi Q5S$ 87/day
5
4
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A/C
Audi Q5
Audi Q5S$ 107/day
5
4
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A/C
Audi Q5
Audi Q5S$ 121/day
5
4
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A/C
Audi Q5

Car rentals by fuel type in San Jose

Browse car rentals by fuel type in San Jose. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in San Jose. Deals were last updated on 19 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in San Jose. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (S$ 51+).

Electric

Electric

S$ 51+

Hybrid

Hybrid

S$ 105+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

S$ 53+

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