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What is the cheapest rental car agency in San Francisco?
The cheapest rental cars in San Francisco are generally found through Turo. When booking with Turo, you may be able to find rental car prices for as low as C$ 16/day. The average price to rent a car in San Francisco is C$ 59/day.
What car rental company in San Francisco has the most locations?
Hertz has the most locations of any rental car company in San Francisco, with 11 locations.
What car do most people rent in San Francisco?
Renting the Ford Mustang Convertible in San Francisco is the most popular car rental among momondo users, followed by renting the Toyota RAV4. Our users have seen Ford Mustang Convertible deals in San Francisco for C$ 164 per day on average, and as cheap as C$ 26 per day. It’s an average of C$ 92 per day to rent the Toyota RAV4 in San Francisco, though you may find prices as low as C$ 39 per day.
San Francisco, California car rental deals found on momondo
Find the rental car in San Francisco that's right for you
Small cars
C$ 53 - C$ 105
All Car Types
C$ 75 - C$ 106
The average price of a small car rental in San Francisco, the United States is C$ 79. The cheapest time to rent a small car in San Francisco, the United States is in November. The price is 34% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 53 per day. A small car rental is typically 16% less expensive than the average rental car in San Francisco. The average price of a vehicle rental in San Francisco can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for San Francisco small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car rental in San Francisco, the United States is C$ 79. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in San Francisco, the United States is in November. The price is 19% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 65 per day. A medium car rental is typically 16% less expensive than the average rental car in San Francisco. The average price of a vehicle rental in San Francisco can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for San Francisco medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car rental in San Francisco, the United States is C$ 111. The cheapest time to rent a large car in San Francisco, the United States is in November. The price is 26% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 83 per day. A large car rental is typically 16% more expensive than the average rental car in San Francisco. The average price of a vehicle rental in San Francisco can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for San Francisco large car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a SUV rental in San Francisco, the United States is C$ 84. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in San Francisco, the United States is in June. The price is 13% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 74 per day. A SUV rental is typically 11% less expensive than the average rental car in San Francisco. The average price of a vehicle rental in San Francisco can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for San Francisco SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a van rental in San Francisco, the United States is C$ 148. The cheapest time to rent a van in San Francisco, the United States is in February. The price is 27% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 109 per day. A van rental is typically 37% more expensive than the average rental car in San Francisco. The average price of a vehicle rental in San Francisco can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.
The average price of a pick-up truck rental in San Francisco, the United States is C$ 53. The cheapest time to rent a pick-up truck in San Francisco, the United States is in June. The price is 19% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 44 per day. A pick-up truck rental is typically 44% less expensive than the average rental car in San Francisco. The average price of a vehicle rental in San Francisco can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.
The average price of a luxury car rental in San Francisco, the United States is C$ 111. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in San Francisco, the United States is in November. The price is 25% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 84 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 15% more expensive than the average rental car in San Francisco. The average price of a vehicle rental in San Francisco can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for San Francisco luxury car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a convertible rental in San Francisco, the United States is C$ 157. The cheapest time to rent a convertible in San Francisco, the United States is in February. The price is 26% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 117 per day. A convertible rental is typically 40% more expensive than the average rental car in San Francisco. The average price of a vehicle rental in San Francisco can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.
I had a quote for $320 and ended up getting charged $720. I will never rent from them again and I was ripped off
6.0
Okay|Sep 2023
The pickup experience was terrible. We waited in line for more than 2 hours and they seemed very understaffed. However, we got a very nice car despite paying for the cheapest one and were very happy with the car as well as the drop off experience.
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
Customer service is the primary value in a transaction. You folks really make that memorable.
10.0
Wonderful|Jul 2023
Everything.
10.0
Wonderful|Jul 2023
We loved the easy pickup and drop off. Got a free upgrade to 8 seater and the extra room was great help on our road trip for family gathering.
10.0
Wonderful|Jun 2023
The check in staff was outstanding! Their customer service was excellent and they were attentive to our needs. Best car rental experience we’ve had!
Refused to serve me and help resolve an issue with an international card, went on break instead
2.0
Poor|Sep 2023
Received confirmation for a car booking that was not available upon pickup. The guy behind the desk tried to send us to another car rental company and offered no further assistance. Will not be returning.
4.0
Mediocre|Sep 2023
I rented a car from Triffty and received the updated rental receipt. They made me pay another amount of money and I don’t know why. Also, I haven’t received my money back for switched services.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
They overbooked themselves, had no cars available despite the reservation. Multiple people and families were told this and forced to simply wait despite having confirmed reservations.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
Awful pick up experience. Reserved car for pickup at 12pm, arrived at check in desk at 11:15am as I wanted to ensure I picked up the car on time. Waited in the queue for over an hour to be seen, whereupon I was told I would need to wait over an hour to get my car. All told, I left with the car at 3:30pm, three and a half hours after my scheduled pick up time!!! The car itself was fine but the pick up experience was horrendous and over booked. Avoid
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
They have an average 2-3 hour wait time to pick up a car you reserved. They charged us an extra driver fee even though we are married and they are not supposed to do that in California, then refused to reverse it. By far the worst rental experience I have ever had and I will never rent from them again.
I should get a regular SUV and drive from SFO to PHX, but they said that I've booked an electric SUV, I said it is not possible. I'm sure they lied to me because they didn't have a regular SUV. Therefore I rented an SUV in Alamo but paid in 2 times higher.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
Car was not available price was double than what was estimated Lack of communication Never again!
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
The 2.5 hour wait to obtain the car, plus the dollar "system" being incorrect and resulting in the wrong size, is inexcusable!! Another significant delay/wait upon returning the car will absolutely convince me to never rent from Dollar again.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
They would not honor my reservation because I booked same day and they ran out of cars. They were overbooked, and said my reservation was too new, snd that they could only give me a car in three hours. I had a wedding to attend that afternoon!! They left me stranded because I used Kayak to book the car!
2.0
Poor|Jul 2023
There was no cars availables. This company is a swindler. Never again.
2.0
Poor|Jul 2023
Terrible. Cancelled car as line to get it was hours long!!!
Alamo's insurance is very pricy and strangely structured. For example, if you get their comprehensive insurance, it doesn't also include liability - you have to purchase that extra. If their insurance was simpler and more affordable, I would have purchased it.
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
Comfort car. Very easy to pickup and return. To improve- the car was good but not new. It already done 150k km before I took it
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
Excellent staff at SFO airport
10.0
Wonderful|May 2023
We have trouble with our reservation in another company but thanks to alamo we was avaible to resolve it in a really good time and very good price
8.0
Very good|Apr 2023
SFO Tram takes a few minutes, planning for extra time when dropping off helped.
Pick up and drop off was quick and easy. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
It was great.
10.0
Wonderful|Nov 2022
Super easy and fast pick up and return process. Relieved the usual hassles of renting a car. Will use again!
6.0
Okay|Oct 2022
When I booked at San Francisco airport... It would have been nice to pick the car up at the airport. Not a $40 uber ride away.
10.0
Wonderful|Oct 2022
The employees at 340 O’Farrell we’re exceptionally friendly, warm, and efficient, especially the team upstairs in the parking lot where I was sent to both check in and pick up the one-way rental car I’d reserved. Kudos to them!
10.0
Wonderful|Oct 2022
Our entire rental experience was great. Gabe and his staff were a pleasure to work with. We are always pleased with Enterprise and the SFO rental office exceeded our expectations..
The line to pickup was very long, but I signed up for Avis preferred (a free signup) while in line and I got much faster service. The car was very nice and drop off was great.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
I wanted to provide some feedback to Kayak because there may have been a misleading claim made on my rental. When I went online to do my booking originally, it very clearly stated on the KAYAK website that I would receive a "Mystery Car" at Avis but spelled out that it would be a "sedan that seats 4 people". When I got to the AVIS counter in SFO, they said that it was a mystery car so it was up to them to issue any four door car, so they gave me a pickup truck which was not very satisfactory. First of all, it was not a sedan and second, the trunk at the back was an open bed which made it awkward to travel with exposed luggage. I pleaded with the counter agent that the website specified a sedan with four doors and they asked for my reservation and apparently it just showed a 4 door vehicle and did not specify a sedan, like the KAYAK website did originally when I hit the confirm button on the reservation. I would like to know how this happened because the only reason I proceeded to make the reservation is because the website specified a "sedan with 4 doors" but when the booking partner who provided the deal sent me the confirmation, sedan did not appear to be listed. I really don't appreciate this as to me, it is false advertisement and misleading sales tactics. I could care less what sedan they gave me as long as it was a sedan. But they insisted, all they had was the pickup truck which did not make my vacation enjoyable at all. I reached out to the partner that made the booking with AVIS and they suggested it is likely KAYAK's issue in what they may have printed in the ad. Regardless, I was the one who was out in the end, as I had an uncomfortable ride and ended up paying at least the amount of gas.
10.0
Wonderful|Jul 2023
Easy!
4.0
Mediocre|May 2023
the minivan was nice, but they were incredibly disorganized and inefficient on pickup. Drop-off was fine, but I will likely never choose one of their vehicles again because of the pickup experience.
2.0
Poor|Mar 2023
I was told the only vehicle available was a large pick-up truck
Planning a long drive trip where EV charging stations were not readily available. Reserved a fuel powered automobile. At pick up point no vehicle was available and an EV had been assigned to me. Counter staff very rude, uncaring about my issue and not helpful to resolving the problem. Manager did find a fuel vehicle for me after a three hour wait. I was charged an extra hour usage fee despite being delayed for three hours.
2.0
Poor|Jul 2023
The person working the front desk was unnecessarily dismissive when my car was not ready, nearly half an hour after I had scheduled to pick it up. (It was another hour until it would be ready) Again: a delay with a car is understandable. A dismissive response is not.
2.0
Poor|May 2023
Terrible. It was an old car with a broken mirror. Wasn't ready so I had to wait in the airport for it.
8.0
Very good|May 2023
Upsold me on a few options I didn't need and admittedly it was my fault for not being informed. Other than this it was a wonderful experience.
4.0
Mediocre|Mar 2023
I performed a search for rental cars from SFO airport, and your website gave me a different pick up/drop off location. Now I know youre going to say, its the customers responsibility to verify location- but when you do a search for a specific location, you dont even think to verify
10.0
Wonderful|Mar 2023
The Tesla was amazing and the staff were excellent
Get the overview on great rental deals, popular car rental companies, and best car types for your visit in San Francisco
Most Popular Agency
Turo
Popular Car Types
Intermediate, Compact, Convertible
Cheapest Rental Car
C$ 39
Most Popular Model
Ford Mustang Convertible
The most popular San Francisco car rental agency found on momondo this month is Turo. Other top choices for car rental companies are Europcar and Alamo
The following car types were offered at rental car companies in San Francisco in the past 72 hours: Intermediate, Compact, Convertible.
The lowest price for a rental car in San Francisco is C$ 39/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from C$ 78/day.
The most popular car model to rent in San Francisco in the past 7 days is the Ford Mustang Convertible. Our users also prefer the Toyota RAV4 as an alternative.
Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in San Francisco so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
How much will it cost to rent a car in San Francisco, California in August?
C$ 165 is the cost of a weekend car rental in San Francisco for August, with cheap deals starting as low as C$ 48. For a one-week car rental in San Francisco, prices in August average C$ 83, with the best deals starting at C$ 34.
Is there a fee to cancel my San Francisco, California car rental?
Rental cars in San Francisco from popular agencies such as Alamo, Budget, and Avis will generally offer free cancellation. While momondo does not have any control over cancellation policies for rental cars in San Francisco, we can help you find the cheapest car to rent for your upcoming trip.
What is the best type of car to rent in San Francisco during August?
During the month of August in San Francisco, temperatures hover around 17 °C - which is perfect for renting a Convertible. With precipitation only averaging 6 mm during August in San Francisco, a Convertible will allow you to truly enjoy the sites while cruising down the streets. Keep in mind that you may want to check the weather before your trip, just in case. Renting a Convertible in San Francisco will cost you C$ 181/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 highways is 120 km/h. However, be sure to look for posted signage as these speeds may vary.
What car rental company has the Chevrolet Equinox in San Francisco?
At the moment, Hertz has the Chevrolet Equinox available for rent in San Francisco for C$ 135 per day on average. Keep in mind that availability for Chevrolet Equinox rentals in San Francisco can change quickly.Hertz should have other SUV rental car options in San Francisco, such as the Chrysler 300, if you're unable to book this exact vehicle.
What is the weather like in San Francisco, CA in July?
In July, San Francisco usually gets 0 mm of precipitation and has an average temperature of 15 °C. This information can be very helpful when looking at rental cars in San Francisco as it can help you make the best decision.
Is the weather in San Francisco similar to the rest of California?
If you’re looking for a San Francisco rental car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of July it’s important to know that the rest of California typically has a temperature of 23 °C and will usually expect 1 mm of precipitation.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in San Francisco?
Prices for cars in San Francisco were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in San Francisco?
As of July 2025, there are 97 operators available to choose from for cars in San Francisco.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in San Francisco?
The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including San Francisco. 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.
What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in San Francisco?
When renting a car in San Francisco, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.
Travelling to a place near San Francisco?
Rent a car at San Francisco if you plan to visit one of these locations
Los Altos
Half Moon Bay
Pacific Grove
Mill Valley
Los Banos
Pacifica
Woodland
Carmel Valley
Vacaville
Novato
Corte Madera
West Sacramento
Daly City
Milpitas
Marina
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Sonoma
Cupertino
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in San Francisco?
Booking a car rental 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 rental websites and locations to enable you to make the best choice for your trip.
How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in San Francisco?
Once you have performed a search for a car rental 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 rental deals in San Francisco with free cancellation?
Of course! momondo has a dedicated filter for users to specifically look at car rentals in San Francisco which offer free cancellation.
Can I rent a car with a fair fuel policy in San Francisco on momondo?
Fair fuel policies are specifically available to select on momondo, allowing you to refine your search for rental cars in San Francisco.
Can I find a car rental in San Francisco which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
Yes, momondo can show you specific deals which include enhanced cleaning on car rentals in San Francisco.
Can I search for rental cars in San Francisco with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Yes, car rental deals in San Francisco with unlimited mileage can be found on momondo.
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