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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 29 April 2025.

January

AED 187

February

AED 172

March

AED 220

April

AED 187

May

AED 213

June

AED 246

July

AED 246

August

AED 249

September

AED 231

October

AED 209

November

AED 227

December

AED 231

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 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 29 April 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Carlsbad area such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Hertz. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
3 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.4

Budget

6.5
Okay
6 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.8

Hertz

3 locations
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Avis

5.9
Fair
8 reviews•1 location
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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
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EZ Van

1 location
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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 29 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 (8.4 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 AED 3.31/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 149 and AED 215 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, renting 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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