San Diego car hires from £15/day

An automatic lower car, such as a Ford Mustang, is the best option when navigating both the city and the coastal roads. A convertible is a great option to enjoy the scenic rides along the coast when the weather allows it.

The speed limit in the city is 25 miles per hour, but on urban highways it is set at 55 mph, and on rural highways it is between 65 and 70 mph. Generally, the speed limit on multi-lane freeways is 65 mph.

Street parking in downtown San Diego is usually available, but it tends to be quite pricey, costing around $3 for one hour, and between $10 and $30 for 24 hours. Parking laws are strictly enforced throughout the whole city, so make sure you always pay for parking. Parking in beach areas is tougher to find, but pay lots are an option.

On average a car hire in San Diego costs £43 per day.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Dollar (£22/day), Fox (£23/day) and Avis (£23/day).

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in San Diego are Alamo (8.6, 107 reviews), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.5, 184 reviews), and Sixt (6.9, 137 reviews).

The average price of fuel in San Diego is £2.68 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £32 and £43, depending on the car size.

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

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

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

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

An Intermediate car hire in San Diego costs £44 per day, on average.

A Full Size car hire in San Diego costs £72 per day, on average.

A Standard car hire in San Diego costs £46 per day, on average.

In San Diego, cars are most frequently hired at Hertz 2745 Otay Pacific Drive (16 miles from city centre).

On average a car hire in San Diego costs £301 per week (£43 per day).

On average a car hire in San Diego costs £1,291 per month (£43 per day).

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

Most San Diego car hire companies require a credit card to secure a hire car. The credit card is used to hold a deposit, which is refunded when the car is returned in good condition. Some companies may accept a debit card or cash, but these options usually require additional fees or a larger deposit.

The minimum age to hire a car in San Diego is 21 years old; although, some companies may require drivers to be 25 years old. Young drivers between the ages of 21 and 24 may be subject to additional fees or restrictions, such as a higher deposit or limited car options.