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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in San José del Cabo?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San José del Cabo 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 23 April 2025.

January

$28

February

$28

March

$28

April

$28

May

$21

June

$25

July

$26

August

$28

September

$21

October

$25

November

$26

December

$51

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in San José del Cabo is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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.

Compare available car types for hire in San José del Cabo

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in San José del Cabo to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 23 April 2025.

Small cars

$10 - $92

All Car Types

$16 - $131

To hire a small car in San José del Cabo, Mexico, you would pay an average price of $35/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in San José del Cabo, Mexico (~$10/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$92/day). In fact, January is about 72% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for San José del Cabo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San José del Cabo, hiring a small car saves you 34% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in San José del Cabo, Mexico, you would pay an average price of $42/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in San José del Cabo, Mexico (~$16/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$101/day). In fact, November is about 63% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for San José del Cabo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San José del Cabo, hiring a medium car saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in San José del Cabo, Mexico, you would pay an average price of $34/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in San José del Cabo, Mexico (~$29/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$148/day). In fact, April is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for San José del Cabo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San José del Cabo, hiring a large car saves you 34% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in San José del Cabo, Mexico, you would pay an average price of $68/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in San José del Cabo, Mexico (~$28/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$171/day). In fact, November is about 59% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for San José del Cabo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San José del Cabo, hiring a SUV is 23% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top hire agencies in San José del Cabo

Explore the leading car hire agencies in San José del Cabo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in San José del Cabo. Reviews were last updated on 23 April 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in San José del Cabo, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National and Avis. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
5 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

6.5

National

7.1
Good
7 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.5

Avis

6.9
Okay
6 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Alamo

6.8
Okay
20 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.1

Sixt

5.6
Fair
12 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.5

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.7

Budget

5.3
Fair
12 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

4.8

Europcar

3.7
Poor
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

4.7

Overall

3.7

Pick-up/drop-off

3.9

Value

3.6

Hertz

3.4
Poor
12 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.7

Comfort

4.6

Overall

3.4

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

3.1

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in San José del Cabo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 23 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in San José del Cabo?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (8.2 rating), Priceless (8.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.9 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in San José del Cabo.

  • What are petrol prices like in San José del Cabo?

    The average price of petrol in San José del Cabo is $1.96/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $88 and $127 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in San José del Cabo for a week from Europcar?

    Europcar is one of the most popular car hire companies in San José del Cabo, offering car hire for around $334 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in San José del Cabo for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 54%. Aim to book your car hire at least 44 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in San José del Cabo.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in San José del Cabo?

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For San José del Cabo however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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