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Car hires in San Francisco, California

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Best deals found for San Francisco, California car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental car types in San Francisco, California
Mitsubishi Mirage car
Mitsubishi Mirage
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
€21/day
Nissan Versa car
Nissan Versa
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
€22/day
Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
€22/day
Nissan Altima car
Nissan Altima
or similar LARGE
5
2
4-5
€23/day
Chrysler Pacifica car
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar VAN
5
5
4-5
€36/day
Class Full-size SUV car
Class Full-size SUV
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
€52/day
Nissan Maxima car
Nissan Maxima
or similar LARGE
5
5
2/4
€42/day
Chrysler 300 car
Chrysler 300
or similar LUXURY
5
5
4-5
€29/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
€26/day
Toyota 4Runner car
Toyota 4Runner
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
€33/day

Car hire insight and trends in San Francisco

Useful insights to help you book the perfect car hire in San Francisco

What is the cheapest car hire agency in San Francisco?

The cheapest car hire in San Francisco are generally found through Sixt. When booking with Sixt, you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as €25/day. The average price to hire a car in San Francisco is €48/day.

What car hire company in San Francisco has the most locations?

Hertz has the most locations of any car hire company in San Francisco, with 11 locations.

San Francisco, California car hire deals found on momondo

Find the car hire in San Francisco that's right for you

Small cars

€42 - €71

All Car Types

€54 - €86

The average price of a small car hire in San Francisco, the United States is €53. The cheapest time to hire a small car in San Francisco, the United States is in January. The price is 21% lower than the rest of the year at just €42 per day. A small car rental is typically 21% less expensive than the average rental car in San Francisco. The average price of a car hire in San Francisco can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for San Francisco small car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car hire in San Francisco, the United States is €65. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in San Francisco, the United States is in February. The price is 24% lower than the rest of the year at just €50 per day. A medium car rental is typically 3% less expensive than the average rental car in San Francisco. The average price of a car hire in San Francisco can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for San Francisco medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car hire in San Francisco, the United States is €75. The cheapest time to hire a large car in San Francisco, the United States is in February. The price is 23% lower than the rest of the year at just €59 per day. A large car rental is typically 12% more expensive than the average rental car in San Francisco. The average price of a car hire in San Francisco can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for San Francisco large car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV hire in San Francisco, the United States is €65. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in San Francisco, the United States is in February. The price is 20% lower than the rest of the year at just €52 per day. A SUV rental is typically 3% less expensive than the average rental car in San Francisco. The average price of a car hire in San Francisco can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for San Francisco SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van hire in San Francisco, the United States is €76. The cheapest time to hire a van in San Francisco, the United States is in February. The price is 25% lower than the rest of the year at just €57 per day. A van rental is typically 12% more expensive than the average rental car in San Francisco. The average price of a car hire in San Francisco can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for San Francisco van hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a luxury car hire in San Francisco, the United States is €84. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in San Francisco, the United States is in January. The price is 32% lower than the rest of the year at just €58 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 22% more expensive than the average rental car in San Francisco. The average price of a car hire in San Francisco can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for San Francisco luxury car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a convertible hire in San Francisco, the United States is €83. The cheapest time to hire a convertible in San Francisco, the United States is in November. The price is 33% lower than the rest of the year at just €57 per day. A convertible rental is typically 21% more expensive than the average rental car in San Francisco. The average price of a car hire in San Francisco can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

Volkswagen Polo
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

€21/day

16 Jan - 26 Jan
Volkswagen Polo
Renault Clio
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€22/day

16 Jan - 26 Jan
Renault Clio
Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

€34/day

16 Jan - 26 Jan
Toyota Yaris

San Francisco car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in San Francisco, California

Sixt

7.6
Good
120 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.5

Budget

7.4
Good
126 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.0

Hertz

6.3
Okay
127 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Thrifty

5.7
Fair
210 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.7

Dollar

5.3
Fair
113 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.5

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
54 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
56 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.4

Avis

6.8
Okay
51 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.9

Quick facts about car hire in San Francisco

Get the overview on great hire deals, popular car hire companies, and best car types for your visit in San Francisco

Most Popular Agency

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Popular Car Types

Convertible, Intermediate, Economy

Cheapest Hire Car

€26

Most Popular Model

Hyundai Venue
The most popular San Francisco car hire agency found on momondo this month is Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Other top choices for car hire companies are Fox and Sixt
The following car types were offered at car hire companies in San Francisco in the past 72 hours: Convertible, Intermediate, Economy.
The lowest price for a car hire in San Francisco is €26/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from €49/day.
The most popular car model to hire in San Francisco in the past 7 days is the Hyundai Venue. Our users also prefer the Chrysler 200 as an alternative.

Driving with a car hire in San Francisco - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in San Francisco so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

Is there a fee to cancel my San Francisco, California car hire?

When hiring a car, you can expect to find that a majority of the rental car agencies in San Francisco do not have a cancellation fee. Keep in mind that momondo does not set these cancellation policies, but we can help you find great deals on car hire in San Francisco. Be sure to look for the Cancellation Policy when you conduct your search.

What is the best type of car to hire in San Francisco during January?

When travelling to San Francisco during the month of January, we recommend hiring an Economy car in order to be best prepared for the weather and road conditions. An Economy car can handle both the wet and dry road conditions that are often seen in San Francisco during January, when temperatures are around 12 °C and precipitation is 97 mm on average. Hiring a Economy in San Francisco will cost you €37/day on average.

What is the speed limit in San Francisco, California?

San Francisco’s speed limit is 40 km/h when you are driving in the city. This speed limit might also apply to surrounding towns and neighbourhoods. The suburban speed limit in San Francisco is 120 km/h and the speed limit for motorways is 120 km/h. However, be sure to look for posted signage as these speeds may vary.

What car hire company has the Chrysler 300 in San Francisco?

What is the weather like in San Francisco, CA in December?

During the month of December the average temperature in San Francisco is 11 °C and the expected precipitation is 104 mm. This information is useful for travellers looking for a car hire in San Francisco.

Is the weather in San Francisco similar to the rest of California?

Travellers looking to leave from San Francisco on a road trip around California or the surrounding areas during the month of December should expect temperatures around 13 °C and about 64.2 mm of possible rain through the month.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in San Francisco?

Prices for cars in San Francisco are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in San Francisco?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in San Francisco?

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including San Francisco. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to hire a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred hire company before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in San Francisco?

To hire a car in San Francisco, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in San Francisco?

Booking a car hire in San Francisco via momondo could save you time and money. momondo provides you with a wide selection of options and cars as we search thousands of car hire websites and locations to enable you to make the best choice for your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in San Francisco?

Once you have performed a search for a car hire in San Francisco, momondo will show the results and enable you to find the best deal by using our filters; here you can narrow your search down by vehicle type, price, agencies and a multitude of policies that can apply.

Does momondo show car hire deals in San Francisco with free cancellation?

Yes, momondo allows you to filter specifically for car hire companies in San Francisco offering free cancellation.

Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in San Francisco on momondo?

Yes, momondo has a filter for fair fuel policies on car hire in San Francisco.

Can I find a car hire in San Francisco which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

You certainly can. momondo has a dedicated filter for enhanced cleaning services for all car hire locations including San Francisco.

Can I search for car hire in San Francisco with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Unlimited mileage is indeed an option momondo offers on car hire in San Francisco.


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