Car rentals in La Jolla, San Diego

Based on our data, the cost to rent a car in La Jolla is C$ 54 per day on average. However, you might be able to find rental car deals as low as C$ 37 per day which is a 66% difference from the highest price per day at C$ 106.

The cheapest rental car company in La Jolla is Budget for as low as C$ 37 per day. Keep in mind that these prices were found in the past 72 hours and are subject to change based on when you book your rental, what neighborhood you plan to visit, and what type of car you rent.

Although there are plenty of other rental car types to choose from, the most popular type for a trip to La Jolla are Intermediate sized cars. 33% of our users chose this rental type and found prices for C$ 51/day on average.

Midtown and Little Italy are the cheapest neighbourhoods to rent a car in San Diego. We found that GREEN MOTION is the cheapest rental car company in Midtown with an average cost of C$ 31/day. Economy Rent a Car is the most affordable rental company in Little Italy with prices averaging C$ 35/day.

The most popular length of time momondo users rent a car in La Jolla is 2 days. For a 2-day rental the average daily price is C$ 68, though prices are subject to change depending on the type of car you rent and what neighbourhood you stay in. To rent a car for a week in general is C$ 493 on average and for a weekend rental, expect to pay a total of C$ 171 on average. Month-long La Jolla car rentals are generally about C$ 1,409 in total depending on your dates.

The best time to rent a car in La Jolla is in the month of February, when prices are C$ 55/day on average. August is often the most expensive month to rent a car, when average prices are C$ 88/day. However, no matter what month you plan to visit La Jolla, it’s recommended that you book your rental around 43 days out for the best possible price.

Prices for cars in La Jolla are refreshed on a daily basis.

As of September 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for cars in La Jolla.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including La Jolla. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen rental company before booking.

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