Car Rental in El Cajon
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Kia Rio
or similar Economy
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
1
A/C
4
$33.39
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
El Cajon Downtown
163 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, 92020, California
Drop-off information
El Cajon Downtown
163 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, 92020, California
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Kia Soul
or similar Compact
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$33.81
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
El Cajon Downtown
163 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, 92020, California
Drop-off information
El Cajon Downtown
163 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, 92020, California
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
1
A/C
4
$34.24
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
El Cajon Downtown
163 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, 92020, California
Drop-off information
El Cajon Downtown
163 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, 92020, California
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
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Unlimited mileage
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Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
$36.94
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
El Cajon Downtown
163 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, 92020, California
Drop-off information
El Cajon Downtown
163 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, 92020, California
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Toyota Camry
or similar Full-size
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$37.93
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
El Cajon Downtown
163 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, 92020, California
Drop-off information
El Cajon Downtown
163 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, 92020, California
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Unlimited mileage
Pay now
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Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Standard
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$37.93
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
El Cajon Downtown
163 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, 92020, California
Drop-off information
El Cajon Downtown
163 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, 92020, California
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Ford Edge
or similar Standard SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
5
$42.90
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
El Cajon Downtown
163 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, 92020, California
Drop-off information
El Cajon Downtown
163 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, 92020, California
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Jeep Grand Cherokee
or similar Standard Elite SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
7
2
A/C
5
$52.85
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
El Cajon Downtown
163 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, 92020, California
Drop-off information
El Cajon Downtown
163 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, 92020, California
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 02:29 on 04/04/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel information
Languages
English, Spanish
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$74 per day
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
$1.33 per liter or $5.03 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.21 per liter or $4.58 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.59 per liter or $6.02 per gallon
Top 20 cities near El Cajon
- San Diegofrom $46.32 per day20.9 km / 12.99 miles away
- La Jollafrom $55.06 per day29.7 km / 18.45 miles away
- Escondidofrom $46.32 per day38.5 km / 23.92 miles away
- Vistafrom $46.32 per day52.4 km / 32.56 miles away
- Oceansidefrom $55.06 per day59.1 km / 36.72 miles away
- Temeculafrom $55.06 per day79.6 km / 49.46 miles away
- Murrietafrom $55.06 per day87.6 km / 54.43 miles away
- Hemetfrom $55.06 per day106 km / 65.87 miles away
- Laguna Niguelfrom $46.32 per day106.6 km / 66.24 miles away
- Mission Viejofrom $55.06 per day111.2 km / 69.1 miles away
- Irvine118 km / 73.32 miles away
- Palm Springsfrom $44.65 per day122.6 km / 76.18 miles away
- Santa Anafrom $45.68 per day129.2 km / 80.28 miles away
- Costa Mesafrom $55.06 per day129.5 km / 80.47 miles away
- Imperialfrom $55.06 per day130.3 km / 80.96 miles away
- Coronafrom $55.06 per day132.6 km / 82.39 miles away
- Riversidefrom $55.06 per day133.3 km / 82.83 miles away
- Huntington Beachfrom $55.06 per day139.4 km / 86.62 miles away
- Redlandsfrom $55.06 per day141.7 km / 88.05 miles away
- Anaheimfrom $46.71 per day147.5 km / 91.65 miles away
Top 20 locations near El Cajon
- San Diego Kearny Mesafrom $46.32 per day18.1 km / 11.25 miles away
- San Diego Mission Valleyfrom $46.71 per day19 km / 11.81 miles away
- San Diego East Villagefrom $46.32 per day20.3 km / 12.61 miles away
- San Diego India Street20.8 km / 12.92 miles away
- San Diego (Downtown)from $46.71 per day20.9 km / 12.99 miles away
- San Diego Portfrom $46.32 per day21.6 km / 13.42 miles away
- San Diego Airportfrom $51.48 per day22.3 km / 13.86 miles away
- San Diego Old Townfrom $55.06 per day22.8 km / 14.17 miles away
- San Diego Cross Border Xpressfrom $62.63 per day27.4 km / 17.03 miles away
- San Diego Carmel Valleyfrom $55.06 per day28.4 km / 17.65 miles away
- La Jolla Downtownfrom $55.06 per day29.7 km / 18.45 miles away
- Escondido (Downtown)from $46.32 per day38.5 km / 23.92 miles away
- Vista Downtownfrom $46.32 per day52.4 km / 32.56 miles away
- Oceanside Downtownfrom $55.06 per day59.1 km / 36.72 miles away
- Temecula Downtownfrom $55.06 per day79.6 km / 49.46 miles away
- Murrieta Downtownfrom $55.06 per day87.6 km / 54.43 miles away
- Hemet Westfrom $55.06 per day106 km / 65.87 miles away
- Laguna Niguel Downtownfrom $46.32 per day106.6 km / 66.24 miles away
- Mission Viejo Margueritefrom $55.06 per day107.1 km / 66.55 miles away
- Irvine South-east118 km / 73.32 miles away
When to book in El Cajon and for how long?
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in El Cajon?
Car rental prices in El Cajon 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 month | Most expensive month | |
| A good deal $56 | Cheapest supplier Avis | Cheapest car type Small cars |
Average rental costs per day in El Cajon
$56
$28
$0
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
$51
in December
Dec
The cheapest month to rent a car in El Cajon is December (when prices average $50.86 per day). This is 0% cheaper than the yearly average and 0% cheaper than renting in December (when prices average $50.86).
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 El Cajon?
Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in El Cajon is December, and the least popular is December.
Monthly searches in El Cajon by pick-up date relative to the average
1.1
0.6
0
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Same as average in December
Dec
What’s the usual rental length in El Cajon?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in December, the average renter keeps their car for 4 days, and in December, they keep their car for 4 days.
Average number of rental days in El Cajon
4
2
0
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
4 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 📍 Car rental locations | 1 |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $55 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Avis |
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Thrifty (rated 8.2 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Dollar (rated 8.0 / 10)
Total rental companies
4
Average daily price
$74
Lowest daily price
$55
Total cars available
7
Top 4 suppliers in El Cajon in 2026
Thrifty
1 location
8.2
Very Good
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
8.6
Car condition
8.8
$30
per day
Most popular location
761 Arnele Avenue Ste 5
Hertz
1 location
8.0
Very Good
Value for money
7.5
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.1
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.2
Car condition
8.4
$30
per day
Most popular location
761 Arnele Avenue Ste 5
Avis
1 location
8.0
Very Good
Value for money
7.7
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.8
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
7.9
Car condition
8.1
$55–$136
per day
Most popular location
163 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, 92020, California
Dollar
1 location
8.0
Very Good
Value for money
7.4
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.4
Car condition
8.4
$55–$136
per day
Most popular location
761 Arnele Avenue Ste 5
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