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Cheap Car Hire in Carlsbad, California

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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 12 April 2025.

January

R981

February

R904

March

R1 154

April

R1 019

May

R1 154

June

R1 289

July

R1 289

August

R1 308

September

R1 231

October

R1 096

November

R1 192

December

R1 212

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Carlsbad is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. 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 12 April 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Carlsbad, such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Hertz. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,7
Very Good
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

8,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

8,5

Budget

6,5
Okay
6 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,8

Hertz

3 locations

Avis

5,9
Fair
8 reviews1 location
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

EZ Van

1 location

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 12 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Carlsbad?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8,6 rating), Budget (6,5 rating) and Avis (5,9 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 R17,32/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R779 and R1 126 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 90% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 83 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Carlsbad.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Carlsbad for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Carlsbad?

    Chrysler Pacifica, which is a Mini vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Carlsbad according to Cheapflights users.

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