Cheap Car Hire in San Jose from R780
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 Jose with a pick-up date of 21/2 and drop-off date of 23/2. 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.
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in San Jose?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San Jose 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 January 2025.
January
R742
February
R909
March
R983
April
R983
May
R1 039
June
R1 113
July
R1 262
August
R1 113
September
R1 058
October
R965
November
R928
December
R1 002
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in San Jose 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 Jose
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in San Jose and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 January 2025.
There are currently 61 hire locations operating in San Jose spread across 24 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in San Jose is large car at R780 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
R1 147+
Compact
R1 096+
Intermediate
R1 138+
Full-size
R780+
People carrier
R1 093+
Full-size SUV
R1 677+
Convertible
R1 554+
Premium SUV
R2 299+
Top rental agencies in San Jose
Explore the leading car hire agencies in San Jose known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in San Jose. Reviews were last updated on 21 January 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in San Jose, including Hertz, Budget and Alamo. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.
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Best San Jose car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in San Jose. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in San Jose with an average daily rate of R1 200. Data was last updated on 21 January 2025.
Peruse the best San Jose car hire deals we've found. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in San Jose, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 January 2025.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in San Jose?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in San Jose from the following companies over the past two weeks: Fox (R830/day), Dollar (R1 096/day), and Thrifty (R1 138/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in San Jose?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10,0 rating), Alamo (8,4 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8,3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in San Jose.
What are petrol prices like in San Jose?
The average price of petrol in San Jose is R16,71/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R752 and R1 086 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How far in advance should I hire a car in San Jose for the best price?
Booking your car hire early can save you up to 39%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in San Jose.
Can I rent a car for a month in San Jose?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from San Jose it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.
What car do most people hire in San Jose?
The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Full-size (Ford Mustang Convertible) in San Jose, making it the most popular option.
Car hires by fuel type in San Jose
Browse car hires by fuel type in San Jose. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in San Jose. Deals were last updated on 21 January 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in San Jose. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R61+).
Electric
R61+
Hybrid
R108+