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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Chula Vista

  • Car rentals in Chula Vista are a convenient way to explore the city and visit all of the major attractions, like Borderfield State Park. Having your own vehicle will give you the flexibility to visit popular nearby cities, whether it be San Diego, Oceanside, or Newport Beach. If you enjoy hiking, you can easily visit Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, an area spanning over 100 miles that is filled with trails and picnic spots and is a 45min drive from Chula Vista.
  • To rent a vehicle from San Diego International Airport, head to the Consolidated Rental Car Center. Outside of each arrival terminal, you will find a shuttle bus stop that will bring you to the center for free. While the center itself is open 24h a day, seven days a week, hours may vary for each individual rental car company. There are several different rental car companies that you can choose from, including Advantage, Enterprise, and Payless.
  • Chula Vista is a large city and can be confusing to navigate if you are not familiar with the area. To help prevent yourself from getting lost, consider adding a GPS system to your rental car reservation. The region is also known for having many pedestrians and cyclists, particularly in neighborhoods along the coast, so make sure to keep your eyes open and drive carefully in order to prevent a collision.
  • San Diego County has heavy amounts of traffic during rush hour due to locals commuting to and from work, particularly on freeways 5, 15, and 805. If you want to avoid getting stuck in a traffic jam, try not to drive on these roads between the hours of 8am and 9am and 5pm and 6pm. If you can’t avoid taking these freeways during rush hour, expect delays and try to give yourself extra time to arrive at your destination.
  • Book your car hire in Chula Vista at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Intermediate hire cars in Chula Vista are around 15% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about car hire in Chula Vista

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Chula Vista?

    Compact vehicles make convenient car rentals in Chula Vista as they are easy to navigate through the city’s busy roads. Plus, driving a smaller car will allow you to park in tighter spaces. You can also choose an SUV for Chula Vista car rentals, as it will give you ample amount of room for storing recreational equipment, such as bikes, kayaks, surfboards, and hiking supplies, which come in handy in the region.

  • What’s the speed limit in Chula Vista?

    Any streets that are within business or residential areas will generally have a speed limit of 25mph. If you are driving near a school, you can expect the limit to be about 20 to 25mph. On most freeways, the maximum speed is usually 65mph, but some stretches may have lower limits that are closer to 55mph. Freeways in San Diego county are known for having many police officers, so always try to follow traffic laws in order to prevent being pulled over or receiving a fine. Chula Vista also frequently has traffic cameras at major intersections, so make sure you’re following traffic laws at all times.

  • Where are the best places to park in Chula Vista?

    While there is some free street parking in Chula Vista, it is usually easier to find a public parking lot that is free for up to 2h. The MTS Bayfront/E Street garage is a popular option, as well as the MTS H Street Park & Ride lot. There are some paid parking options if these fill up, including the Loews Coronado Bay Resort, which offers all-day parking for around $34.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Chula Vista?

    The average price of fuel in Chula Vista is £2.69 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £32 and £43, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Chula Vista?

    Intermediate (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Chula Vista.

  • Which car hire agencies are at San Diego airport (SAN)?

    Car hire companies onsite at San Diego airport include Avis, Budget, Alamo, Dollar, Thrifty, Fox, Sixt, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar and National.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at San Diego airport (SAN)?

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

  • How can I find car hires near me in Chula Vista?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Chula Vista?

    An Intermediate car hire in Chula Vista costs £42 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Chula Vista?

    A Standard car hire in Chula Vista costs £20 per day, on average.

  • Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Chula Vista?

    Most car hire providers in Chula Vista offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Chula Vista, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

Chula Vista car hire reviews and directory 
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Budget

10.0

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10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.5

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Chula Vista

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1008 Industrial Blvd

+1 619 498 1137

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565 Broadway

+1 619 427 2404

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2024

People carrier

KAYAK
Omg it was awesome and great customer service Definitely going back for our next road trip

9.6 Wonderful

williamcarr6191, Nov 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

Cleaned a little better before renting out.

1 out of 1

Avis

10.0

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10.0

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10.0

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10.0

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9.6

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1008 Industrial Blvd

+1 619 498 0783

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2021

KAYAK
Customer service excellent job! Kind, friendly and two thumbs up for there service

1 out of 1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.4

Value for money

8.0

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1059 Broadway

+1 619 427 1414

Monday07:30 - 17:00
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1865 Auto Park Pl

+1 619 632 4128

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Newer car would have been better

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Dec 2020

KAYAK

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Overall was good. But it wasn’t explained to me about the flex fuel option on the dodge that I rented (e85/gasoline). Also, I wasn’t told that the vehicle was a 6 cylinder van. I would have requested a 4 cylinder to save on gas, although the van did not waste as much gas as I thought it would I know I spent a little more than I would have in a 4 cylinder vehicle. I didn’t know how to use the car remote to open the van doors and trunk doors. I had to figure that out on my own. I just think a better explaination about a vehicle being rented would help the customer ease into a vehicle that’s being rented given that some might not drive a vehicle that have certain options like remote doors and flex fuel. But overall we had a great experience. Thank you

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Hertz

6.2

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1660 Broadway Street Suite 13

+1 619 275 9331

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1885 Auto Park Avenue

+1 619 421 4130

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Dollar

5.8

Fair

One location in Chula Vista

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1660 Broadway Street Suite 13

+1 619 275 9331

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Thrifty

5.8

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1660 Broadway Street Suite 13

+1 619 275 9331

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660palomar St

+1 619 569 0074

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745 H St

+1 866 735 8267

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12 travellers who hired a car in Chula Vista gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.1

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Most popular car type

Intermediate

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Car hire insurance in Chula Vista

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Chula Vista car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend being aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Chula Vista.

Deductible

Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a non-deductible option to your Chula Vista car hire.

Chula Vista car hire information

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