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Carlsbad, CA car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Carlsbad, CA. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 February 2025.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.28

Average price per day

C$ 77

Cheapest price per day

C$ 77

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 20 February 2025.

January

C$ 72

February

C$ 78

March

C$ 99

April

C$ 90

May

C$ 86

June

C$ 98

July

C$ 96

August

C$ 98

September

C$ 90

October

C$ 80

November

C$ 88

December

C$ 88

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Carlsbad is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is March. 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 rental in Carlsbad, CA

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Carlsbad, CA to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 February 2025.

Small cars

C$ 68 - C$ 114

All Car Types

C$ 65 - C$ 357

To rent a small car in Carlsbad, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 44/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Carlsbad, the United States (~C$ 68/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~C$ 114/day). In fact, January is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Carlsbad. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Carlsbad, renting a small car saves you 60% 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 rent a medium car in Carlsbad, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 47/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Carlsbad, the United States (~C$ 50/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~C$ 172/day). In fact, October is about 4% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Carlsbad. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Carlsbad, renting a medium car saves you 58% 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 rent a SUV in Carlsbad, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 42/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Carlsbad, the United States (~C$ 50/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 128/day). In fact, October is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Carlsbad. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Carlsbad, renting a SUV saves you 62% 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 Carlsbad, CA

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Carlsbad, CA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car rental companies in Carlsbad, CA. Reviews were last updated on 20 February 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Carlsbad, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Avis. Skim reviews, rental 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

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

Hertz

3 locations

Zeeba Rent-A-Van

2 locations

EZ Van

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Carlsbad, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 February 2025.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Carlsbad?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 77/day when booking a rental car in Carlsbad. The best deal a user found was for C$ 77/day from Budget, booked on Feb. 16.

  • Which car rental 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 rental car companies in Carlsbad.

  • What are gas prices like in Carlsbad?

    The average gas price in Carlsbad is C$ 1.28/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 58 and C$ 83 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Carlsbad for a week from Budget?

    From Budget you can rent a car in Carlsbad from about C$ 540 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car rental early can save you up to 90% on your rental. Aim to book your car rental at least 83 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Carlsbad.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Carlsbad.

  • What car do most people rent in Carlsbad?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Carlsbad is Intermediate (Nissan Rogue) based on our Cheapflights data.

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