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Kia Sportage
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$73.87
per day
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
Upon arrival at the San Diego airport, please proceed to Baggage Claim. Once at Baggage Claim, look for Ground Transportation as you go up escalators to the Sky Bridge. The Sky Bridge will then lead you to the shuttle pick up area.
Board the shuttle for a short ride to the Rental Car facility.
Shuttle buses run approximately every 10 minutes during regular business hours.
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
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Dodge Journey
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$75.17
per day
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
Upon arrival at the San Diego airport, please proceed to Baggage Claim. Once at Baggage Claim, look for Ground Transportation as you go up escalators to the Sky Bridge. The Sky Bridge will then lead you to the shuttle pick up area.
Board the shuttle for a short ride to the Rental Car facility.
Shuttle buses run approximately every 10 minutes during regular business hours.
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
Please clarify Drop-off instructions with Car Provider upon Pick-up.
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Chevrolet Equinox
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$75.18
per day
Free shuttle service
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Jeep Compass
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$76.47
per day
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
Upon arrival at the San Diego airport, please proceed to Baggage Claim. Once at Baggage Claim, look for Ground Transportation as you go up escalators to the Sky Bridge. The Sky Bridge will then lead you to the shuttle pick up area.
Board the shuttle for a short ride to the Rental Car facility.
Shuttle buses run approximately every 10 minutes during regular business hours.
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
Please clarify Drop-off instructions with Car Provider upon Pick-up.
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Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$78.52
per day
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way
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Chevrolet Equinox
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$80.38
per day
In terminal
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
National Car Rental is in the new Consolidated Rental Car Facility at the San Diego International Airport. There is consolidated bus service from the terminal to the rental car facility.
**SHUTTLE INFO** located by following the Ground Transportation signage to the center island. IF ARRIVING AT THE "COMMUTER TERMINAL", PLEASE USE THE AIRPORT COURTESY PHONES IN BAGGAGE CLAIM TO CALL FOR SHUTTLE PICK UP.
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
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Hyundai Santa Fe
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$81.86
per day
Car rental center
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Nissan Pathfinder
or similar Standard Crossover
Automatic
6
A/C
4
$83.71
per day
Free shuttle service
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Nissan Rogue
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$84.46
per day
Free shuttle service
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Hyundai Kona
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$87.16
per day
In terminal
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
National Car Rental is in the new Consolidated Rental Car Facility at the San Diego International Airport. There is consolidated bus service from the terminal to the rental car facility.
**SHUTTLE INFO** located by following the Ground Transportation signage to the center island. IF ARRIVING AT THE "COMMUTER TERMINAL", PLEASE USE THE AIRPORT COURTESY PHONES IN BAGGAGE CLAIM TO CALL FOR SHUTTLE PICK UP.
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
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Toyota 4Runner
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$87.27
per day
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way
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Mazda CX-50
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$88.34
per day
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
San Diego Intl Airport, 3355 Admiral Boland Way,
Ste R176 (Lindbergh Field), San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Follow signs to the baggage claim area. Proceed outside to the marked area for "Courtesy Vehicles" to wait for the Rental Car Center bus. Upon arrival at the Rental Car Center, proceed inside to the Budget counter
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
San Diego Intl Airport, 3355 Admiral Boland Way,
Ste R176 (Lindbergh Field), San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Please clarify Drop-off instructions with Car Provider upon Pick-up.
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Nissan Pathfinder
or similar Standard Crossover
Automatic
6
A/C
4
$89.02
per day
In terminal
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
National Car Rental is in the new Consolidated Rental Car Facility at the San Diego International Airport. There is consolidated bus service from the terminal to the rental car facility.
**SHUTTLE INFO** located by following the Ground Transportation signage to the center island. IF ARRIVING AT THE "COMMUTER TERMINAL", PLEASE USE THE AIRPORT COURTESY PHONES IN BAGGAGE CLAIM TO CALL FOR SHUTTLE PICK UP.
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
Please clarify Drop-off instructions with Car Provider upon Pick-up.
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Nissan Rogue
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$89.79
per day
In terminal
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
National Car Rental is in the new Consolidated Rental Car Facility at the San Diego International Airport. There is consolidated bus service from the terminal to the rental car facility.
**SHUTTLE INFO** located by following the Ground Transportation signage to the center island. IF ARRIVING AT THE "COMMUTER TERMINAL", PLEASE USE THE AIRPORT COURTESY PHONES IN BAGGAGE CLAIM TO CALL FOR SHUTTLE PICK UP.
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
Please clarify Drop-off instructions with Car Provider upon Pick-up.
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Hyundai Kona
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$90.55
per day
Free shuttle service
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GMC Acadia
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
4
$91.36
per day
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way
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Chevrolet Equinox
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$92.11
per day
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
The San Diego Airport branch is located just outside the airport facility and can be reached via a car rental shuttle.
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
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BMW X3
or similar Standard Elite SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$92.72
per day
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way
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Audi Q3
or similar Standard Elite SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$93.31
per day
Free shuttle service
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Toyota 4Runner
or similar Full-size SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$93.54
per day
Car rental center
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Audi Q5
or similar Premium Elite SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$96.04
per day
Free shuttle service
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Ford EcoSport
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$96.27
per day
Car rental center
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Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$97.03
per day
Car rental center
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
San Diego Intl Airport, 3355 Admiral Boland Way,
Ste R176 (Lindbergh Field), San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Follow the airport ground transportation signs to the shuttle island area. The common airport shuttle bus operates every 5-10 minutes and will take you to the Rental Car Center on the northeast side of the airport. Upon arrival at the Rental Car Center, proceed inside to the Avis counter
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
San Diego Intl Airport, 3355 Admiral Boland Way,
Ste R176 (Lindbergh Field), San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Please clarify Drop-off instructions with Car Provider upon Pick-up.
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Chevrolet Equinox
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$97.12
per day
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
San Diego Intl Airport, 3355 Admiral Boland Way,
Ste R176 (Lindbergh Field), San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Follow signs to the baggage claim area. Proceed outside to the marked area for "Courtesy Vehicles" to wait for the Rental Car Center bus. Upon arrival at the Rental Car Center, proceed inside to the Budget counter
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
San Diego Intl Airport, 3355 Admiral Boland Way,
Ste R176 (Lindbergh Field), San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Please clarify Drop-off instructions with Car Provider upon Pick-up.
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Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$97.94
per day
Car rental center
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
San Diego Intl Airport, 3355 Admiral Boland Way,
Ste R176 (Lindbergh Field), San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Follow signs to the baggage claim area. Proceed outside to the marked area for "Courtesy Vehicles" to wait for the Rental Car Center bus. Upon arrival at the Rental Car Center, proceed inside to the Budget counter
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
San Diego Intl Airport, 3355 Admiral Boland Way,
Ste R176 (Lindbergh Field), San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Please clarify Drop-off instructions with Car Provider upon Pick-up.
Low deposit
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Hyundai Kona
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$98.80
per day
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
The San Diego Airport branch is located just outside the airport facility and can be reached via a car rental shuttle.
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
Please clarify Drop-off instructions with Car Provider upon Pick-up.
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Nissan Pathfinder
or similar Standard Crossover
Automatic
6
A/C
4
$100.64
per day
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
The San Diego Airport branch is located just outside the airport facility and can be reached via a car rental shuttle.
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
Please clarify Drop-off instructions with Car Provider upon Pick-up.
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Nissan Rogue
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$101.41
per day
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
The San Diego Airport branch is located just outside the airport facility and can be reached via a car rental shuttle.
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
Please clarify Drop-off instructions with Car Provider upon Pick-up.
Low deposit
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BMW X5
or similar Full-size Elite SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$101.48
per day
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way
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Audi Q5
or similar Premium Elite SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$101.51
per day
In terminal
Pick-up information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
National Car Rental is in the new Consolidated Rental Car Facility at the San Diego International Airport. There is consolidated bus service from the terminal to the rental car facility.
**SHUTTLE INFO** located by following the Ground Transportation signage to the center island. IF ARRIVING AT THE "COMMUTER TERMINAL", PLEASE USE THE AIRPORT COURTESY PHONES IN BAGGAGE CLAIM TO CALL FOR SHUTTLE PICK UP.
Drop-off information
San Diego Airport (SAN)
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
Please clarify Drop-off instructions with Car Provider upon Pick-up.
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Showing 9 out of 30 cars
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 04:37 on 18/10/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
Travel information
Languages
English, Spanish
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$85 per day
Average car rental length
7 days
Speed limit within town
40–48 km/h
or
25–30 mph
Speed limit out of town
88–104 km/h
or
55–65 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
$1.34 per liter or $5.07 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.15 per liter or $4.35 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.59 per liter or $6.02 per gallon
Rating
9.6 / 10
When to book at San Diego Airport and for how long?
During which month is it most affordable to rent an SUV at San Diego Airport?
The cost of renting a car at San Diego Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthSeptember | Most expensive month February |
| Average price $85 |
Average SUV Rental Price at San Diego Airport
$106
$53
$0
$43
in January
Jan
$96
in February
Feb
$60
in March
Mar
$43
in April
Apr
$38
in May
May
$43
in June
Jun
$36
in July
Jul
$40
in August
Aug
$34
in September
Sep
$37
in October
Oct
$39
in November
Nov
$52
in December
Dec
Rental suppliers at San Diego Airport offer the best value for renting an SUV in September with a minimum price of $33.85.
Which month sees the highest demand for SUV rental at San Diego Airport?
Renters more often prefer an SUV at San Diego Airport in August, while they less often prefer one in January.
Popularity of SUV Rental at San Diego Airport by Monthly Searches
137.5
68.8
0
28 times in January
Jan
40 times in February
Feb
60 times in March
Mar
45 times in April
Apr
38 times in May
May
71 times in June
Jun
100 times in July
Jul
125 times in August
Aug
89 times in September
Sep
87 times in October
Oct
55 times in November
Nov
69 times in December
Dec
How long are SUVs typically rented for at San Diego Airport?
Travelers like to keep their rented SUVs for 11 days in May, while this drops to an average of 6 days in March, which makes it the month with the shortest average rental period.
Average SUV Rental Length at San Diego Airport
12
6
0
7 days in January
Jan
7 days in February
Feb
6 days in March
Mar
8 days in April
Apr
11 days in May
May
7 days in June
Jun
9 days in July
Jul
8 days in August
Aug
9 days in September
Sep
9 days in October
Oct
10 days in November
Nov
8 days in December
Dec
Here's what travelers say about renting an SUV at San Diego Airport
10
Average rating
Based on 2 reviews
Best month to visit
October
Happiest customers drive
Kia Sportage
All reviews are left by actual customers and have been verified.
Learn more
Oct 19, 2021
Jazmine W.
Kia Sportage
Don’t settle for airport prices. There are other car rental vendors with better day to day deals.
Jun 26, 2019
Roxanne Y.
Nissan Kicks
Though it’s not necessary to rent a car if you’re staying in the San Diego area, it does come in handy if you want to visit areas of interest outside the area.
Top 7 suppliers at San Diego Airport in 2026
9.0
Excellent
6 ratings
Value for money
9.1
Ease of finding
8.6
Agent helpfulness
9.4
Pick-up speed
8.4
Drop-off speed
8.6
Car cleanliness
9.4
Car condition
9.4
$92–$203
per day
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
+16192943313 / +18337631739
Show working hours
Mon
05:30-23:59
Tue
05:30-23:59
Wed
05:30-23:59
Thu
05:30-23:59
Fri
05:30-23:59
Sat
05:30-23:59
Sun
05:30-23:59
SIXT
8.7
Very Good
11 ratings
Value for money
8.6
Ease of finding
7.6
Agent helpfulness
8.9
Pick-up speed
8.1
Drop-off speed
8.9
Car cleanliness
9.4
Car condition
9.3
$79–$133
per day
3355 Admiral Boland Way
+18887498227
Show working hours
Mon
00:00-01:00; 07:00-23:59
Tue
00:00-01:00; 07:00-23:59
Wed
00:00-01:00; 07:00-23:59
Thu
00:00-01:00; 07:00-23:59
Fri
00:00-01:00; 07:00-23:59
Sat
00:00-01:00; 07:00-23:59
Sun
00:00-01:00; 07:00-23:59
National
8.6
Very Good
4 ratings
Value for money
8.6
Ease of finding
8.5
Agent helpfulness
8.7
Pick-up speed
8.3
Drop-off speed
8.5
Car cleanliness
9.0
Car condition
8.9
$80–$193
per day
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
+18888266890 / +18337631740
Show working hours
Mon
00:00-23:59
Tue
00:00-23:59
Wed
00:00-23:59
Thu
00:00-23:59
Fri
00:00-23:59
Sat
00:00-23:59
Sun
00:00-23:59
Budget
8.0
Good
7 ratings
Value for money
7.9
Ease of finding
8.1
Agent helpfulness
7.6
Pick-up speed
7.7
Drop-off speed
8.3
Car cleanliness
8.1
Car condition
8.2
$88–$196
per day
San Diego Intl Airport, 3355 Admiral Boland Way,
Ste R176 (Lindbergh Field), San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
+16196804949
Show working hours
Mon
00:00-23:59
Tue
00:00-23:59
Wed
00:00-23:59
Thu
00:00-23:59
Fri
00:00-23:59
Sat
00:00-23:59
Sun
00:00-23:59
7.3
Below Average
9 ratings
Value for money
6.4
Ease of finding
7.4
Agent helpfulness
6.3
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.8
Car cleanliness
7.3
Car condition
7.1
$74–$183
per day
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101
+16194320620
Show working hours
Mon
07:00-00:30
Tue
07:00-00:30
Wed
07:00-00:30
Thu
07:00-00:30
Fri
07:00-00:30
Sat
07:00-00:30
Sun
07:00-00:30
7.2
Below Average
9 ratings
Value for money
7.6
Ease of finding
6.6
Agent helpfulness
7.4
Pick-up speed
6.2
Drop-off speed
6.9
Car cleanliness
7.7
Car condition
7.9
$97–$191
per day
San Diego Intl Airport, 3355 Admiral Boland Way,
Ste R176 (Lindbergh Field), San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
+16196885000
Show working hours
Mon
00:00-23:59
Tue
00:00-23:59
Wed
00:00-23:59
Thu
00:00-23:59
Fri
00:00-23:59
Sat
00:00-23:59
Sun
00:00-23:59
U-Save
7.1
Below Average
26 ratings
Value for money
7.3
Ease of finding
6.1
Agent helpfulness
6.9
Pick-up speed
5.8
Drop-off speed
7.5
Car cleanliness
8.0
Car condition
8.1
$130
per day
2263 Pacific Highway, San Diego CA 92101
+14242963112
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-20:00
Tue
08:00-20:00
Wed
08:00-20:00
Thu
08:00-20:00
Fri
08:00-20:00
Sat
08:00-20:00
Sun
08:00-20:00
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