Title: Car Rental American Plaza, CA - Expedia.ca [Downtown San Diego Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/San-Diego-Downtown-San-Diego.dx800123)[American Plaza Hotels](https://expedia.ca/American-Plaza-Hotels.0-l553248621563218561-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[American Plaza Vacations](https://expedia.ca/American-Plaza-San-Diego.d553248621563218561.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_car.jpeg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=300&q=medium) # American Plaza Car Rental ## Search and Compare from Car Companies in American Plaza ## Featured car rental suppliers Compare from agencies ![car supplier logos](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/05/16/BEXCA-car-suppliers-logo-desktop.jpg) ![protection illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__protection.svg) ### Change your mind Penalty-free cancellation on many/select car rentals ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save 10% or more on over 1 million car rentals ![package illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__package.svg) ### Shop smart Compare car suppliers to unlock big savings ## Top Car Deals in American Plaza \* Price found within the past 6 days. Click for updated prices. ### Economy Chevrolet Spark or similar - 4 people San Diego, California, USA ![Chevrolet Spark](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/shared/images/car/Common_90X50/US_EC.png) [](https://expedia.ca/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=American%20Plaza,%20San%20Diego,%20California,%20United%20States%20of%20America&dpln=553248621563218561&date1=21/10/2025&date2=23/10/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22economy%22]) ### Compact Ford Focus or similar - 4 people San Diego, California, USA ![Ford Focus](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/shared/images/car/Common_90X50/US_CC.png) [](https://expedia.ca/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=American%20Plaza,%20San%20Diego,%20California,%20United%20States%20of%20America&dpln=553248621563218561&date1=21/10/2025&date2=23/10/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22compact%22]) ### Midsize Toyota Corolla or similar - 5 people San Diego, California, USA ![Toyota Corolla](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/shared/images/car/Common_90X50/US_IC.png) [](https://expedia.ca/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=American%20Plaza,%20San%20Diego,%20California,%20United%20States%20of%20America&dpln=553248621563218561&date1=21/10/2025&date2=23/10/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22midsize%22]) ### SUV Jeep Compass or similar - 5 people San Diego, California, USA ![Jeep Compass](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/shared/images/car/Common_90X50/US_SF.png) [](https://expedia.ca/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=American%20Plaza,%20San%20Diego,%20California,%20United%20States%20of%20America&dpln=553248621563218561&date1=21/10/2025&date2=23/10/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22suv%22]) ### Don't see what you're looking for? See all car rentals in American Plaza [View all cars](https://expedia.ca/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=American%20Plaza,%20San%20Diego,%20California,%20United%20States%20of%20America&dpln=553248621563218561&date1=21/10/2025&date2=23/10/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place) ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I rent a car near American Plaza? > Certainly, there's at least one car rental supplier near American Plaza. [Petco Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Petco-Park-Downtown-San-Diego.d6034816.Vacation-Attraction), [USS Midway Museum](https://www.expedia.ca/USS-Midway-Museum-Downtown-San-Diego.d6065467.Vacation-Attraction) and [Coronado Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Coronado-Beach-California.d6068513.Vacation-Attraction) are some other popular attractions just a short drive from American Plaza. Rent a car from Expedia and get set to explore every part of San Diego, including its lesser-known areas! ### How much is car rental near American Plaza? > Pick up the keys to a cheap car rental close to American Plaza and drive away with an amazing deal! Whether you're searching for a compact vehicle or a luxury SUV, Expedia can help you land the perfect option for your budget from a range of car rental companies. Keep in mind that rates will vary according to factors like the type of car you rent, your pick-up and drop-off locations and getaway dates. ### Which car rental companies have a drop off near American Plaza? > Avis, Airport Van Rental and Enterprise have rental car return offices near American Plaza. The majority of car rental companies will charge a supplementary fee to drop off your car at a different site to where you collected it from, so keep this in mind when organizing your travel itinerary. Drop your rental car at American Plaza then spend the rest of your day exploring on foot. ### How much is parking near American Plaza? > The official website is a good place to get the latest prices for parking at American Plaza. Head online to see if there is any free parking at American Plaza available during your visit. ### Are there electric car charging stations near American Plaza? > Electric car charging stations are popping up everywhere, so do some online research for the most current information about options around American Plaza. There are also helpful apps to lead you to nearby facilities. Expedia will help you find hotels with electric car charging stations, so you can continue your journey with a fully-charged battery after a good night's sleep. ### What is the closest airport to American Plaza? > Approximately 5 kilometres to the northwest, San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is the closest major airport near this top San Diego attraction. When you book a rental car at an airport, you can get from the runway to the expressway in a matter of moments and reach American Plaza sooner. ### Where is American Plaza in San Diego? > To get to American Plaza, you'll need to travel approximately 1.13 kilometres to the east of San Diego's downtown area. ### What else is there to do near American Plaza? > With your own car rental, the opportunities for exploring are endless! [San Diego Convention Center](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Convention-Center-Downtown-San-Diego.d6125294.Vacation-Attraction), [Petco Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Petco-Park-Downtown-San-Diego.d6034816.Vacation-Attraction) and [USS Midway Museum](https://www.expedia.ca/USS-Midway-Museum-Downtown-San-Diego.d6065467.Vacation-Attraction) are easy road trips from central San Diego when you've finished at American Plaza. ### What time does American Plaza open and close? > American Plaza's official website is the best place to look up opening and closing times. It's also likely to have details about any public holidays, special events and seasonal hours. For more specific visitor information, check if there's a social media page or call to speak with a member of staff. ## Car Rental Information | Popular car types: | [SUV](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/car-rental/suv?rfrr=car.table.SUV), [Full Size](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/car-rental/fullsize?rfrr=car.table.FullSize), [Economy](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/car-rental/economy?rfrr=car.table.Economy) | | --- | --- | | Car suppliers available: | | | Our best deal of the day: | | | Our second best deal of the day: | | | Our third best deal of the day: | | | From the airport to your hotel: | [Airport Transportation](https://www.expedia.ca/ground-transfers?rfrr=car.table.AirportTransportation) |