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Payless car rental deals in San Diego, California
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Small Cars
C$ 29 - C$ 102
All Car Types
C$ 42 - C$ 108
The best time to rent a Small car from Payless in San Diego, California is in October when prices are C$ 29 per day on average. C$ 29 per day is 51% lower than the C$ 59 average yearly price for a Payless Small rental in San Diego. While October may be the cheapest month to rent a Small car from Payless in San Diego, November is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in November on Small rental vehicles from Payless depending on what day you book.
The best time to rent a Medium car from Payless in San Diego, California is in October when prices are C$ 31 per day on average. C$ 31 per day is 50% lower than the C$ 61 average yearly price for a Payless Medium rental in San Diego. While October may be the cheapest month to rent a Medium car from Payless in San Diego, December is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in December on Medium rental vehicles from Payless depending on what day you book.
The best time to rent a Large car from Payless in San Diego, California is in November when prices are C$ 39 per day on average. C$ 39 per day is 59% lower than the C$ 94 average yearly price for a Payless Large rental in San Diego. While November may be the cheapest month to rent a Large car from Payless in San Diego, March is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in March on Large rental vehicles from Payless depending on what day you book.
The best time to rent a SUV car from Payless in San Diego, California is in January when prices are C$ 40 per day on average. C$ 40 per day is 40% lower than the C$ 66 average yearly price for a Payless SUV rental in San Diego. While January may be the cheapest month to rent a SUV car from Payless in San Diego, December is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in December on SUV rental vehicles from Payless depending on what day you book.
Our flight was delayed by and hour and a half so we were late picking up our rental car. I checked the Payless website, which said it is their policy to have your car available the du or your rental during normal business hours, so I didn’t bother calling to let them know we were late. When we arrived, they said they didn’t have our car available and had to put us in a larger SUV that was going to cost $170 more. We needed the car and felt we didn’t have a choice so we paid up. I called them the next day to complain and they refunded half of the $170, but I’m still not going to use this company again. I have never, ever had a car rental company up charge me for a rental car when our original car isn’t available. I would not recommend Payless because they imply they are cheaper based on their name but will then do everything they can to squeeze extra money out of you.
2.0
Poor|Dec 2025
We had to spend a lot more money to get a car that was crappier than the one shown on your booking
6.0
Okay|Jun 2025
They tried to charge me a lot more money than agreed upon with Kayak. I didn't realize until we were in the car, and had to go back and resolve the issue.
2.0
Poor|Mar 2025
I paid for my reservation through kayak but they charged me the same amount again
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Poor|Feb 2025
They didn't have a car available so I never actually got a rental with them. I expect a refund.
6.0
Okay|Nov 2024
Still waiting for removal of deposit charged although full payment made when booked on line
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Information about Payless car rentals in San Diego
How much will a Payless rental car in San Diego cost in May?
In May, you can expect to pay C$ 55 per day on average to rent a car from Payless in San Diego. The cheapest price our users saw for a San Diego rental car from Payless was C$ 21 per day. If you need a rental for more than a couple days, then a week-long Payless rental car in San Diego will cost C$ 382 on average in May. Keep in mind that these deals are based on last year's prices, though you may be able to find similar rates depending on when you make a reservation and what type of car you rent.
Does Payless have a location at San Diego Airport?
At the moment, Payless has 1 location at San Diego Airport: 3355 Admiral Boland Way.
What is the most popular car to rent from Payless while in San Diego in May?
Consider Economy rentals from Payless if you need a car rental in San Diego during May. When renting Economy cars in May, you can expect prices to be an average of C$ 61 per day and as low as C$ 41 per day. Keep in mind that there are also other types of rental cars available from Payless—Economy vehicles just happen to be the most popular amongst our users during this time of year.
What is the cheapest type of car to rent from Payless in San Diego?
If you’re looking to save money on your rental car from Payless, then consider renting a Intermediate, the cheapest type of car the rental company has available in San Diego. Renting a Intermediate from Payless costs C$ 61 per day on average, which is 32% cheaper than their most expensive car. In the past year, 35% of our users opted to rent a Intermediate from Payless in order to save money on their trip to San Diego.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in San Diego?
Prices for cars in San Diego are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in San Diego?
There are 150 operators available for cars in San Diego as of April 2026.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in San Diego?
The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including San Diego. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To rent a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen rental company before making a reservation.
What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in San Diego?
All drivers must have a valid full driving license when renting a car in San Diego. If the license is written in a different language from the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual rental company you're booking with.
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