Title: Car Rental San Diego - Expedia.ca [San Diego Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/San-Diego.dx6257752)[Hotels in San Diego](https://expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels.d6257752.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to San Diego](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Diego.d6257752.Travel-Guide-Flights)[San Diego Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/San-Diego.d6257752.Destination-Travel-Guides) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_car.jpeg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=300&q=medium) # San Diego Car Rental ## Search and Compare from Car Companies in San Diego ## 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 San Diego \* Price found within the past 6 days. Click for updated prices. ### Economy Chevrolet Spark or similar - 4 people San Diego, Cartago Province, CRI ![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=San%20Diego,%20Cartago%20Province,%20Costa%20Rica&dpln=6257752&date1=08/10/2025&date2=10/10/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22economy%22]) ### Compact Ford Focus or similar - 4 people San Diego, Cartago Province, CRI ![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=San%20Diego,%20Cartago%20Province,%20Costa%20Rica&dpln=6257752&date1=08/10/2025&date2=10/10/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22compact%22]) ### Midsize Toyota Corolla or similar - 5 people San Diego, Cartago Province, CRI ![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=San%20Diego,%20Cartago%20Province,%20Costa%20Rica&dpln=6257752&date1=08/10/2025&date2=10/10/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22midsize%22]) ### SUV Jeep Compass or similar - 5 people San Diego, Cartago Province, CRI ![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=San%20Diego,%20Cartago%20Province,%20Costa%20Rica&dpln=6257752&date1=08/10/2025&date2=10/10/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22suv%22]) ### Don't see what you're looking for? See all car rentals in San Diego [View all cars](https://expedia.ca/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=San%20Diego,%20Cartago%20Province,%20Costa%20Rica&dpln=6257752&date1=08/10/2025&date2=10/10/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place) ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is a rental car per day in San Diego? > Get serious bang for your buck in San Diego, with car rental prices within the past seven days starting from as little as a day. ### Can I rent a car from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)? > You'll find a great selection of rental car companies just a short commute from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). Alamo, Economy, Budget, Sixt and Ace are some to consider. ### What happens if I need to cancel my San Diego car reservation? > We have good news! You should get a complete refund if you notify us more than six hours ahead of pickup. Your itinerary contains details about this, as does our [Customer Service Portal](https://www.expedia.ca/service/?langid=1033). Not all reservations qualify for a refund though, so it's a good idea to read through the car rental policy. ### Where can I go on a road trip from San Diego? > San Diego is full of adventures, but don't limit yourself to just one place. Pick up a set of wheels and hit the open road to discover what else awaits in the surrounding area. Here are a few places to choose from: > > > > - You'll find Liberia Parque Central and many more intriguing sights in Liberia. From San Diego, it's about 177 kilometres away. > - Why not see all that's on offer in Puntarenas too? Notable tourist attractions here include Puntarenas Pier. Puntarenas is around 97 kilometres from San Diego. > - Venture into the great outdoors and inhale the fresh air at Flamingo Beach. You'll find it about 209 kilometres from San Diego. ### How do I find the best car rental deals in San Diego with Expedia? > Scoring the best deal on your San Diego rental car is a breeze with Expedia. Choose your preferred car type, add in a few more details and compare prices from top suppliers. Why not add hotels and flights to your booking? You'll unlock even more savings when you combine your bookings into a package. ### How old do you have to be to rent a car in San Diego? > Anyone with a valid driver's licence 21 and above can rent a car in San Diego. While some suppliers may be willing to rent to drivers younger than 21, contracts will come with additional fees. Find out what age range the young driver surcharge applies to, and the cost, before booking your ride. There are also restrictions on the categories of cars available to young drivers. Higher age limits apply for luxury and specialty vehicles. ### What do you need to rent a car in San Diego? > The essentials are your driver's licence and a credit card in the same name. Car rental companies will offer you insurance, which is optional. But you may have to provide proof of alternative coverage if you choose to opt out. Check your policy requirements to avoid any problems. ### What is the cheapest car rental in San Diego? > Based on prices within the past seven days, you could've hopped into the driver's seat of a rental car for just a day. The second lowest daily price offered in San Diego was . These rates were available on Expedia, with a rental starting date within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change and additional terms apply. ### Can I rent a car for a month or longer in San Diego? > Yes, and you'll find your perfect ride on our [long-term car rental deals](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/car-hire/long-term) page. Just enter your trip details and we'll list amazing offers from numerous reliable providers. ### Where can I find a San Diego car rental if I am younger than 25? > Some San Diego outlets will rent cars to drivers under 25 years of age, and others won't. Age policies differ between suppliers, so you should do some research. Also, find out if there are any additional costs. Some businesses will have a surcharge for young customers between 21 and 24. 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