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Cheap Car Rentals in Carlsbad, CA

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Carlsbad?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Carlsbad, CA and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 17 November 2024.

January

$90

February

$122

March

$115

April

$112

May

$102

June

$120

July

$114

August

$119

September

$107

October

$97

November

$102

December

$98

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Carlsbad is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is February. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Top rental agencies in Carlsbad, CA

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Carlsbad, CA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car hire companies in Carlsbad, CA. Reviews were last updated on 17 November 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Carlsbad area such as Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Hertz

9.2
Wonderful
1 review•3 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

10.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.7
Very Good
3 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.5

Budget

6.5
Okay
6 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.8

Avis

5.9
Fair
8 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

5.9

Zeeba Rent-A-Van

2 locations
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EZ Van

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Carlsbad, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 November 2024.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Carlsbad?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (9.2 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.6 rating) and Budget (6.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Carlsbad.

  • What are petrol prices like in Carlsbad?

    The average price of petrol in Carlsbad is $1.54/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $69 and $100 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Carlsbad for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Carlsbad it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 88%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 50 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Carlsbad?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Carlsbad it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Carlsbad?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Carlsbad is Standard (Volkswagen Jetta) based on our Cheapflights data.

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