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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 21 November 2024.

January

$81

February

$110

March

$104

April

$101

May

$92

June

$109

July

$102

August

$107

September

$96

October

$87

November

$92

December

$89

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 hire 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 21 November 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Carlsbad, including Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget in Carlsbad. Skim reviews, hire 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 hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Carlsbad, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 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 $1.39/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $62 and $90 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 88%. Aim to book your car hire at least 50 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Carlsbad.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Carlsbad.

  • What car do most people hire in Carlsbad?

    The most popular car to hire while in Carlsbad is the Chevrolet Malibu, which is a Full-size vehicle.

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