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Car hire 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
2/4
M
£22/day
Nissan Versa car
Nissan Versa
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
M
£16/day
Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
M
£17/day
Volkswagen Jetta car
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
M
£27/day
Nissan Altima car
Nissan Altima
or similar LARGE
5
2
4-5
M
£17/day
Chrysler Pacifica car
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar VAN
5
5
4-5
M
£27/day
Mazda CX-90 car
Mazda CX-90
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
M
£26/day
Chrysler 300 car
Chrysler 300
or similar LUXURY
5
5
4-5
M
£22/day
Ford EcoSport car
Ford EcoSport
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
£18/day
Kia Sportage car
Kia Sportage
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
£19/day
Hyundai Santa Fe car
Hyundai Santa Fe
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
£19/day
Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
M
£25/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 Fox. When booking with Fox, you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as £10/day. The average price to hire a car in San Francisco is £28/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

£33 - £52

All Car Types

£43 - £64

The average price of a small car hire in San Francisco, the United States is £42. The cheapest time to hire a small car in San Francisco, the United States is in January. The price is 22% lower than the rest of the year at just £33 per day. A small car rental is typically 23% 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 £48. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in San Francisco, the United States is in January. The price is 21% lower than the rest of the year at just £38 per day. A medium car rental is typically 12% 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 £62. The cheapest time to hire a large car in San Francisco, the United States is in January. The price is 20% lower than the rest of the year at just £50 per day. A large car rental is typically 13% 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 £50. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in San Francisco, the United States is in January. The price is 20% lower than the rest of the year at just £40 per day. A SUV rental is typically 8% 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 £77. The cheapest time to hire a van in San Francisco, the United States is in December. The price is 21% lower than the rest of the year at just £61 per day. A van rental is typically 30% 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 pickup truck hire in San Francisco, the United States is £60. The cheapest time to hire a pickup truck in San Francisco, the United States is in December. The price is 25% lower than the rest of the year at just £46 per day. A pickup truck 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.

The average price of a luxury car hire in San Francisco, the United States is £60. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in San Francisco, the United States is in January. The price is 22% lower than the rest of the year at just £47 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 10% 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 £66. The cheapest time to hire a convertible in San Francisco, the United States is in January. The price is 29% lower than the rest of the year at just £47 per day. A convertible rental is typically 19% 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.

MG ZS
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

£16/day

13 Jan - 22 Jan
MG ZS
Ford Fiesta
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£22/day

2 Jan - 11 Jan
Ford Fiesta
Kia Cee'd
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

£22/day

2 Jan - 11 Jan
Kia Cee'd

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

Fox

Popular Car Types

Convertible, Intermediate, Compact

Cheapest Hire Car

£18

Most Popular Model

Ford Mustang Convertible
The most popular San Francisco car hire agency found on momondo this month is Fox. Other top choices for car hire companies are Dollar and Turo
The following car types were offered at car hire companies in San Francisco in the past 72 hours: Convertible, Intermediate, Compact.
The lowest price for a car hire in San Francisco is £18/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from £37/day.
The most popular car model to hire in San Francisco in the past 7 days is the Ford Mustang Convertible. Our users also prefer the Nissan Rogue 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

How much will it cost to hire a car in San Francisco, California in January?

To hire a car for a weekend in San Francisco in January, the average price was £50 with cheaper deals starting around £22. £51 is a normal deal for a week-long hire in San Francisco, but for January it's not uncommon to see prices as low as £21, depending on your requirements.

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

Every car hire company in San Francisco has a different cancellation policy. At momondo, we will always disclose in the car hire search results whether or not an agency has a cancellation fee. Some of the top car hire companies in San Francisco include Alamo, Budget, and Avis, so be sure to check if they offer free cancellation.

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

We recommend hiring an Economy car when visiting San Francisco during the month of January. While an Economy car doesn’t handle ice and snow very well, it is an ideal car for mild temperatures and rain. In January, San Francisco experiences temperatures averaging 12 °C and 97 mm of precipitation - ideal conditions for renting an Economy car. Hiring a Economy in San Francisco will cost you £32/day on average.

What is the speed limit in San Francisco, California?

25 mph is the city speed limit for San Francisco, which also applies to surrounding towns and other urban centres. The suburban speed limit and the speed limit for motorways around San Francisco are 75 mph and 75 mph, respectively. If you hire a car in San Francisco, be aware that these speed limits may be strictly enforced.

What car hire company has the BMW X3 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?

If you’re looking for a San Francisco hire car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of December it’s important to know that the rest of California typically has a temperature of 11 °C and will usually expect 68.6 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?

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 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 Francisco?

To rent a car in San Francisco, 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.


Why use momondo?

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

momondo finds and compares thousands of car hire websites to provide you with the best selection of policies and car hire in San Francisco. Finding a car hire is quick and free of charge, so using momondo for your booking makes sense.

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

By the use of filters, momondo makes finding a great car hire in San Francisco easier. Whether it is price, car type, amenities or policies, momondo allows you to refine your search with these and more filters to find the best deal for you.

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

Yes momondo does have a filter to only highlight car hire deals which offer free cancellation. This filter is available for all car hire searches on momondo including those for cars in San Francisco.

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

momondo specifically allows you to search for car hire in San Francisco with fair fuel policies.

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

Yes, momondo shows deals with enhanced cleaning services for hire cars in San Francisco.

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

Yes, car hire deals in San Francisco with unlimited mileage can be found on momondo.


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