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Car hires in San Francisco, California

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San Francisco, CA, United States
3 May — 10 May
San Francisco, CA, United States
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Best deals found for San Francisco, California car hire

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Economy€33/day
Compact€32/day
Intermediate€31/day
Standard€37/day
Full-size€33/day
People carrier€68/day
Full-size SUV€65/day
Luxury€57/day
Intermediate SUV€36/day
Standard SUV€47/day
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Small cars

€43 - €76

All Car Types

€55 - €90

The average price of a small car hire in San Francisco, the United States is €55. The cheapest time to hire a small car in San Francisco, the United States is in January. The price is 24% lower than the rest of the year at just €43 per day. A small car rental is typically 14% 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 €58. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in San Francisco, the United States is in April. The price is 25% lower than the rest of the year at just €44 per day. A medium car rental is typically 11% 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 26% lower than the rest of the year at just €56 per day. A large car rental is typically 14% 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 €63. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in San Francisco, the United States is in May. The price is 21% lower than the rest of the year at just €50 per day. A SUV rental is typically 4% 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 €84. The cheapest time to hire a van in San Francisco, the United States is in February. The price is 34% lower than the rest of the year at just €56 per day. A van rental is typically 23% 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 €83. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in San Francisco, the United States is in December. The price is 34% lower than the rest of the year at just €55 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.

The average price of a convertible hire in San Francisco, the United States is €84. The cheapest time to hire a convertible in San Francisco, the United States is in January. The price is 18% lower than the rest of the year at just €70 per day. A convertible rental is typically 24% 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.

Ford Focus
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€32/day

2 May - 9 May
Ford Focus
Volkswagen Golf
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€32/day

2 May - 9 May
Volkswagen Golf
Volkswagen up!
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

€33/day

2 May - 9 May
Volkswagen up!

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 Dollar. When booking with Dollar, you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as €28/day. The average price to hire a car in San Francisco is €44/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 13 locations.

What car do most people hire in San Francisco?

When hiring a car in San Francisco, most of our users will opt for the Toyota RAV4 at €60/day on average. The second most popular is the Ford Mustang Convertible car hire for an average of €88/day. Our users have found Toyota RAV4 hires in San Francisco for as low as €32/day and Ford Mustang Convertible hires for as low as €53/day.

San Francisco car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in San Francisco, California

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
414 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
383 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

Sixt

7.5
Good
155 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.5

Budget

7.3
Good
246 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.0

Hertz

6.5
Okay
273 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Thrifty

5.9
Fair
504 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

Dollar

5.4
Fair
362 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.5

Avis

6.9
Okay
87 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.5

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

Dollar

Popular Car Types

SUV, Intermediate, Standard

Cheapest Hire Car

€35

Most Popular Model

Toyota RAV4
The most popular San Francisco car hire agency found on momondo this month is Dollar. Other top choices for car hire companies are Budget and Thrifty
The following car types were offered at car hire companies in San Francisco in the past 72 hours: SUV, Intermediate, Standard.
The lowest price for a car hire in San Francisco is €35/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from €55/day.
The most popular car model to hire in San Francisco in the past 7 days is the Toyota RAV4. Our users also prefer the Ford Mustang Convertible 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 May?

To hire a car for a weekend in San Francisco in May, the average price was €63 with cheaper deals starting around €31. Users looking for a one-week hire in San Francisco for May saw an average deal of €75 - but quotes as low as €32 were available depending on dates and car options.

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 May?

With temperatures averaging 15 °C and precipitation usually 4 mm during May, you should consider hiring a standard when travelling to San Francisco. A standard size car can handle the fluctuations in temperature and rainfall during the month of May and is a popular choice for travellers heading to San Francisco. Hiring a Standard in San Francisco will cost you €49/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 GMC Yukon in San Francisco?

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

During the month of April the average temperature in San Francisco is 13 °C and the expected precipitation is 36 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 April should expect temperatures around 15 °C and about 27.4 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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