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Carlsbad, USA - California
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Cheapest car rental rates

No deductible

Chevrolet Spark

or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
2
$45.42
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
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Unlimited mileage
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No deductible

Kia Soul

or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
4
$45.86
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Unlimited mileage
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No deductible

Volkswagen Jetta

or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
6
$47.06
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
2198 Palomar Airport Rd
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
2198 Palomar Airport Rd
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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No deductible

Mazda CX-50

or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
1
$45.38
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
2198 Palomar Airport Rd
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
2198 Palomar Airport Rd
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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No deductible

Toyota RAV4

or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
3
$45.86
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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No deductible

Toyota RAV4

or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
5
$46.73
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Average
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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No deductible

Toyota Camry

or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
7
$47.06
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
2198 Palomar Airport Rd
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
2198 Palomar Airport Rd
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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No deductible

Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
8
$47.17
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Average
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Kia Soul

or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
9
$47.46
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Average
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Toyota Camry

or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
10
$48.62
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Average
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Volkswagen Jetta

or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
11
$48.62
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Average
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Toyota Corolla

or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
12
$49.58
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
2198 Palomar Airport Rd
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
2198 Palomar Airport Rd
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Toyota Corolla

or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
13
$51.39
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Average
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Chevrolet Equinox

or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
14
$72.61
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
2198 Palomar Airport Rd
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
2198 Palomar Airport Rd
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Ford Edge

or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
15
$74.10
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Chevrolet Equinox

or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
16
$78.62
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Average
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Jeep Grand Cherokee

or similar Standard Elite SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
17
$88.66
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Ford Explorer

or similar Standard Elite SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
4
18
$89.42
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
2198 Palomar Airport Rd
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
2198 Palomar Airport Rd
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Chrysler Pacifica

or similar Mini Van
Automatic
7
A/C
4
19
$92.28
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
2198 Palomar Airport Rd
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
2198 Palomar Airport Rd
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Jeep Grand Cherokee

or similar Standard Elite SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
20
$93.17
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Average
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Chrysler Pacifica

or similar Mini Van
Automatic
7
A/C
4
21
$97.69
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Average
In terminal
Pick-up information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
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Cheapest car rental ratesWhy book with us?Travel informationTop 20 cities near CarlsbadTop 20 locations near CarlsbadMap of top car rental locationsWhen to book in Carlsbad and for how long?Car rental informationMost popular car models of rental suppliersCar rental statisticsTop 2 suppliers in Carlsbad in 2026Award-winning service

Travel information

Languages
English, Spanish
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$56 per day
Average car rental length
6 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
$1.24 per liter or $4.69 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.12 per liter or $4.24 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.57 per liter or $5.94 per gallon

Top 20 cities near Carlsbad

  1. San Diegofrom $43.97 per day
    45.5 km / 28.27 miles away
  2. Santa Anafrom $48.60 per day
    81.7 km / 50.77 miles away
  3. Riversidefrom $49.59 per day
    89.1 km / 55.36 miles away
  4. Anaheimfrom $37.93 per day
    100 km / 62.14 miles away
  5. Palm Springsfrom $48.60 per day
    106 km / 65.87 miles away
  6. Ontariofrom $42.02 per day
    108.5 km / 67.42 miles away
  7. Long Beachfrom $48.60 per day
    110.6 km / 68.72 miles away
  8. Los Angelesfrom $40.27 per day
    136.8 km / 85 miles away
  9. Hollywoodfrom $49.59 per day
    144.2 km / 89.6 miles away
  10. Beverly Hillsfrom $48.60 per day
    146.3 km / 90.91 miles away
  11. Santa Monicafrom $48.60 per day
    149.4 km / 92.83 miles away
  12. Burbankfrom $40.27 per day
    150.9 km / 93.76 miles away
  13. Santa Barbarafrom $48.60 per day
    266.1 km / 165.35 miles away
  14. Bakersfieldfrom $48.60 per day
    296.7 km / 184.36 miles away
  15. Visaliafrom $48.60 per day
    400.4 km / 248.8 miles away
  16. Fresnofrom $48.60 per day
    461.8 km / 286.95 miles away
  17. Mammoth Lakesfrom $67.50 per day
    525.5 km / 326.53 miles away
  18. Montereyfrom $55.29 per day
    571.1 km / 354.87 miles away
  19. San Josefrom $39.90 per day
    625.1 km / 388.42 miles away
  20. Oaklandfrom $57.15 per day
    688.6 km / 427.88 miles away

Top 20 locations near Carlsbad

  1. San Diego Airportfrom $44.79 per day
    44.7 km / 27.78 miles away
  2. San Diego Cross Border Xpressfrom $87.20 per day
    70.5 km / 43.81 miles away
  3. John Wayne Airportfrom $48.60 per day
    81.7 km / 50.77 miles away
  4. Palm Springs Airportfrom $48.60 per day
    106 km / 65.87 miles away
  5. Ontario Airportfrom $42.02 per day
    107.3 km / 66.67 miles away
  6. Long Beach Airportfrom $48.60 per day
    111.4 km / 69.22 miles away
  7. Los Angeles (Downtown)from $44.78 per day
    136.8 km / 85 miles away
  8. Los Angeles Airportfrom $40.27 per day
    138.2 km / 85.87 miles away
  9. Pasadena Downtownfrom $48.60 per day
    138.7 km / 86.18 miles away
  10. Burbank Airportfrom $40.27 per day
    155.5 km / 96.62 miles away
  11. Santa Barbara Airportfrom $48.60 per day
    277.2 km / 172.24 miles away
  12. Meadows Field Airportfrom $48.60 per day
    304.1 km / 188.96 miles away
  13. Fresno Airportfrom $48.60 per day
    462.4 km / 287.32 miles away
  14. Monterey Regional Airportfrom $55.29 per day
    566.6 km / 352.07 miles away
  15. San Jose Airportfrom $47.34 per day
    632.2 km / 392.83 miles away
  16. Oakland Airportfrom $57.15 per day
    678.9 km / 421.85 miles away
  17. San Francisco Airportfrom $52.57 per day
    680 km / 422.53 miles away
  18. San Francisco Union Square Downtownfrom $56.91 per day
    695.6 km / 432.23 miles away
  19. Sacramento International Airportfrom $56.11 per day
    730.5 km / 453.91 miles away
  20. Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airportfrom $56.11 per day
    778.5 km / 483.74 miles away

Map of top car rental locations

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McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
2 rental locations

When to book in Carlsbad and for how long?

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Carlsbad?

Car rental prices in Carlsbad vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.

Saver's insights

Cheapest monthJuly Most expensive month May
A good deal $50 Cheapest supplier Budget Cheapest car type Small cars
Average rental costs per day in Carlsbad
$79
$40
$0
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr

$72

in May

May
Jun

$50

in July

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

The cheapest month to rent a car in Carlsbad is July (when prices average $49.57 per day). This is 18% cheaper than the yearly average and 31% cheaper than renting in May (when prices average $71.89).

This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

What's the most popular month to rent a car in Carlsbad?

Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Carlsbad is May, and the least popular is May.

Monthly searches in Carlsbad by pick-up date relative to the average
1.1
0.6
0
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr

Same as average in May

May
Jun

Same as average in July

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

What’s the usual rental length in Carlsbad?

How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in July, the average renter keeps their car for 6 days, and in May, they keep their car for 2 days.

Average number of rental days in Carlsbad
7
3
0
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr

2 days in May

May
Jun

6 days in July

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Car rental information

📍 Car rental locations1
✈️ Airport locations1
🔥 Popular suppliersBudget
🚗 Popular car typesSUVs
🤑 Lowest price$49 per day
👛 Cheapest supplierBudget

Car rental statistics

Highest-rated company
Budget (rated 8.0 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Avis (rated 7.9 / 10)
Total rental companies
2
Average daily price
$56
Lowest daily price
$49
Total cars available
27

Top 2 suppliers in Carlsbad in 2026

Budget
1 location
Budget
8.0
Good
Value for money
7.8
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.6
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.1
Car condition
8.1
$49–$87
per day
Most popular location
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Avis
1 location
Avis
7.9
Average
Value for money
7.7
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.5
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
7.8
Car condition
7.9
$50–$87
per day
Most popular location
Mcclellan Palomar Airport, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States

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