
Cheap Car Hire in San Francisco from R614
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in San Francisco with a pick-up date of 18/4 and drop-off date of 25/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
San Francisco car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in San Francisco. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 March 2025.
Most popular company | BUDGET |
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Price of petrol per litre | R21,06 |
Average price per day | R863 |
Cheapest price per day | R614 |
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in San Francisco?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San Francisco 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 March 2025.
January
R780
February
R889
March
R943
April
R998
May
R1 070
June
R1 125
July
R1 270
August
R1 197
September
R1 052
October
R1 016
November
R871
December
R1 034
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in San Francisco is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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.
Popular car types in San Francisco
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in San Francisco and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 March 2025.
There are 39 hire agencies servicing San Francisco. These agencies, altogether, have 96 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in San Francisco with prices from R614 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in San Francisco:
Compare available car types for rental in San Francisco
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in San Francisco to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 March 2025.
Small cars | R539 - R1 753 | |
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All Car Types | R849 - R2 471 |
To hire a small car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of R925/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in San Francisco, the United States (~R539/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 753/day). In fact, February is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Francisco, renting a small car saves you 33% 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. Here are the best San Francisco small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 205/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in San Francisco, the United States (~R839/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 760/day). In fact, May is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Francisco, renting a medium car saves you 12% 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. Here are the best San Francisco medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of R895/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a large car in San Francisco, the United States (~R344/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 817/day). In fact, December is about 62% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Francisco, renting a large car saves you 35% 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. Here are the best San Francisco large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a SUV in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 277/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in San Francisco, the United States (~R813/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R2 594/day). In fact, May is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Francisco, renting a SUV saves you 7% 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. Here are the best San Francisco SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a convertible in San Francisco, the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 123/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in San Francisco, the United States (~R1 172/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R3 655/day). In fact, November is about 4% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for San Francisco. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Francisco, renting a convertible saves you 18% 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.
Top rental agencies in San Francisco
Explore the leading car hire agencies in San Francisco known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in San Francisco. Reviews were last updated on 21 March 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in San Francisco, including Sixt, Budget and Thrifty in San Francisco. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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Best San Francisco car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in San Francisco. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in San Francisco with an average daily rate of R731. Data was last updated on 21 March 2025.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in San Francisco. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in San Francisco, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 March 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in San Francisco?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R863/day when booking a car hire in San Francisco. The absolute best deal a user found was for R797/day from Budget, booked on Mar. 16.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in San Francisco?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in San Francisco from the following companies over the past two weeks: Avis (R614/day), Dollar (R679/day), and Alamo (R687/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in San Francisco?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (9,1 rating), Alamo (8,8 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8,4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in San Francisco.
What are petrol prices like in San Francisco?
The average price of petrol in San Francisco is R21,06/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R947 and R1 368 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in San Francisco for a week from Budget?
Budget is one of the most popular car hire companies in San Francisco, offering car hire for around R4 519 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in San Francisco for the best price?
Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 30% on your car hire. For a below average price in San Francisco, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.
Can I rent a car for a month in San Francisco?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For San Francisco however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in San Francisco for a month?
Our recent data shows that Budget can potentially be 9% below the average car hire price in San Francisco. Check prices and availability for Budget and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in San Francisco is on average R19 365 a month or R646 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your San Francisco car hire.
How much is a car hire in San Francisco for a weekend?
For a weekend car hire in San Francisco, you can expect the average price to be around R1 377. Usually a Compact hire in San Francisco is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Compact for April, it will cost approximately R732 per day.
What car do most people hire in San Francisco?
The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Full-size (Ford Mustang Convertible) in San Francisco, making it the most popular option.
Car hires by fuel type in San Francisco
Browse car hires by fuel type in San Francisco. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in San Francisco. Deals were last updated on 21 March 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in San Francisco. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R40+).