Rent a Car in San Diego, CA

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San Diego Car Rental & Nearby Locations

  • Address:

    1350 6th Ave - Ste 170

    Phone:

    (1) 619-544-0438

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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  • Address:

    1670 Kettner Blvd - Ste 1

    Phone:

    (1) 619-231-7137

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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  • Address:

    3355 Admiral Boland Way

    Phone:

    (1) 619-688-5000

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun - Sat open 24 hrs

    If flying in, the rental counter is within the terminal with a shuttle to the car lot.

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  • Address:

    2790 Kurtz St - Ste 1

    Phone:

    (1) 619-220-4920

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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  • Address:

    500 Hotel Circle N

    Phone:

    (1) 619-574-5377

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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  • Address:

    7815 Balboa Ave

    Phone:

    (1) 858-974-8630

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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  • Address:

    1008 Industrial Blvd

    Phone:

    (1) 619-498-0783

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Free pickup service available

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  • Address:

    4000 Coronado Bay Rd

    Phone:

    (1) 619-498-0783

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM; Sat 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    If flying in, the rental counter is within the terminal with a shuttle to the car lot.

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  • Address:

    1110 Torrey Pines Rd - Ste H

    Phone:

    (1) 858-454-4621

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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  • Address:

    4550 La Jolla Village Dr

    Phone:

    (1) 858-450-6553

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Sat 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    Free pickup service available

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  • Address:

    8720 Miramar Rd

    Phone:

    (1) 858-271-0018

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM; Mon - Fri 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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  • Address:

    3890 Valley Centre Dr - Ste 103

    Phone:

    (1) 858-755-0400

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    Free pickup service available

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  • Address:

    12631 Poway Rd

    Phone:

    (1) 858-679-2495

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Free pickup service available

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  • Address:

    2745 Otay Pacific Dr

    Phone:

    (1) 619-588-1309

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun - Sat 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM

    If flying in, the rental counter is within the terminal with a short walk to the car lot.

    Keydrop Location

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  • Address:

    16410 Bernardo Center Dr

    Phone:

    (1) 858-675-8660

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    Free pickup service available

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  • Address:

    10920 Technology Pl

    Phone:

    (1) 858-675-8660

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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  • Address:

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    Phone:

    (1) 858-675-8660

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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San Diego Rental Cars

San Diego is a stunning blend of natural western beauty and urban city design. It doesn’t matter if you’re partial to hiking through nature or you’re more comfortable in the heart of a city setting, San Diego has a little bit of something for everybody. 

To the north, you’ll find a variety of nature trails that reward determined hikers with sandstone rock formations and breathtaking views. Head west, and you’ll find fantastic San Diego beaches that stretch on for miles and miles, dividing the sparkling Pacific Ocean from the glittering cityscape.

As far as the weather goes, you can expect warm temperatures and sunshine more often than not. Make sure you pack a swimsuit, bring lots of sunscreen, and choose your rental car according to your plans. Coming through Downtown San Diego with the family? Visit our Avis Rent a Car location in Gaslamp Quarter for a family-friendly vehicle. 

Whether you want a compact convertible or a spacious SUV, we’ve got what you need at several different San Diego locations.

Does Avis Offer Car Rental at the San Diego Airport?

Yes, we have San Diego Airport (SAN) rentals located in the Consolidated Rental Car Center, which is accessible by shuttle. Reserve a car at our San Diego Airport car rental location. 

We also have a car rental location at Cross Border Xpress, which connects via skybridge to Tijuana International Airport. 

Find Avis Car Rental at San Diego Travel Hubs

If you’re coming into town by train, save time by booking your San Diego car rental at Avis in the Gaslamp Quarter. This downtown Avis location is nearby, so you can go from tracks to wheels in record time.

Avis Rental Services in San Diego

And a variety of affordable sedans. Fill out the form above with your travel dates to see all vehicles that are currently available for your trip.

 

Things to Do & San Diego Attractions

There’s almost no limit to the list of things to do in San Diego, California. If you aren’t content with lounging on a white sand beach for the majority of your stay, you’ll find plenty of activities to choose from. Snorkel off the shore of your favorite beach, go scuba diving at the city’s greatest dive sites, learn how to surf, and so much more. No matter what you plan on doing while you’re in San Diego, we highly recommend you make time to take a trip to one of California’s most celebrated attractions: SeaWorld.

SeaWorld

A trip to San Diego just wouldn’t be complete with visiting SeaWorld. This animal-themed amusement park has enough rides, events, and shows to keep you and your family entertained for more than a single day. Experience up-close encounters with exotic sea life, and attend annual events like the Seven Seas Food Festival.

Mission Beach

Mission Beach is one of the most popular of the San Diego beaches. You can swim, surf, or sunbathe in the summer months. In the winter, Belmont Park hosts holiday events. Rent a car in San Diego from Avis so you can enjoy more time on the beach.

Business Travel in San Diego

Will your next business trip be amidst the sparkling beaches and glistening cityscape of San Diego, California? Plan a hassle-free and enjoyable stay with the help of our business traveler’s guide to the city’s best restaurants and greatest hotels for business travelers.

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Leisure Travel in City

Plan the perfect vacation in The Golden State with our list of the greatest things to do in San Diego, California. Whether you’re flying solo or bringing the whole family, this list of ocean excursions, day trips, and attractions provides family-friendly activities, romantic views, and loads of fun for everybody.

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San Diego Car Rental FAQs

Yes, we offer one way car rentals from San Diego to LAX, or to nearly anywhere else you’d like to visit in the U.S. Fill in our reservation form with your locations for pickup and drop-off to see options. 

Of course! We love saving our customers money with San Diego car rental deals. In fact, we have a whole deals page dedicated to it. And every customer can take advantage of our Best Price Pledge.  

San Diego Travel FAQs

While San Diego has an extensive transit system, having access to a vehicle provides more freedom to explore the area’s best attractions, entertainment venues, and restaurants. With a car rental, you can easily and directly travel to any destination on your own time—without worrying about transit schedules or rideshare expenses. (Source)

The best times to visit San Diego are in the spring and fall. Visiting during the spring or fall means milder temperatures—the perfect time to enjoy outdoor activities. These seasons also bring fun festivals and events, such as the Coronado Flower Show (held in April) or the Miramar Air Show (annually in September). (Source)

World-class attractions like the San Diego Zoo, Coronado Island, the USS Midway Museum, Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Old Town San Diego, and the Maritime Museum of San Diego are among some of the top touristy areas of San Diego. Tourism across the city peaks during the summer. (Source)

Yes, San Diego has more than 30—that’s right, 30—beaches, and all are free to the public. Additionally, each beach in the San Diego area offers diverse experiences. For example, visit the famous Pacific Beach if you’d like to go surfing. Or you can plan a day of snorkeling at La Jolla Cove. (Source)

Depending on your route, it’s about 125 miles between San Diego and Los Angele, and the journey takes roughly two hours (though California traffic can affect travel time, of course). Fortunately, we make it easy to book one-way rental cars, letting you customize your rental to your itinerary. To book a one-way rental to LA, just select a Los Angeles Avis location as your drop-off location. (Source)