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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
$84.47
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Diego Port
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Drop-off information
San Diego Port
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
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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
$84.47
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Diego Port
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Drop-off information
San Diego Port
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Zero deductible
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
$62.02
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Diego Port
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Drop-off information
San Diego Port
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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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
4
$82.89
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Diego Port
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Drop-off information
San Diego Port
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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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
$63.60
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Diego Port
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Drop-off information
San Diego Port
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Unlimited mileage
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Zero deductible
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
$63.60
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Diego Port
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Drop-off information
San Diego Port
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
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
$88.64
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Diego Port
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Drop-off information
San Diego Port
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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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
$92.96
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Diego Port
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Drop-off information
San Diego Port
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar Mini Van
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
4
A/C
4
$128.07
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Diego Port
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Drop-off information
San Diego Port
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Average deposit
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Unlimited mileage
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Zero deductible
Standard (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
$259.40
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Diego Port
901 Bayfront Court
Drop-off information
San Diego Port
901 Bayfront Court
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
High deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
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
1
A/C
4
$259.40
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Diego Port
901 Bayfront Court
Drop-off information
San Diego Port
901 Bayfront Court
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
5
A/C
4
$261.42
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Diego Port
901 Bayfront Court
Drop-off information
San Diego Port
901 Bayfront Court
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Fullsize (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
$261.43
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Diego Port
901 Bayfront Court
Drop-off information
San Diego Port
901 Bayfront Court
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
High deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Intermediate (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
2
A/C
4
$283.70
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Diego Port
901 Bayfront Court
Drop-off information
San Diego Port
901 Bayfront Court
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
High deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
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
4
A/C
4
$283.70
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Excellent
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Diego Port
901 Bayfront Court
Drop-off information
San Diego Port
901 Bayfront Court
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Unlimited mileage
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Showing 9 out of 15 cars
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 15:45 on 16/03/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 20 locations near San Diego Port
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at San Diego Port and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Car rental statistics
- Top 2 suppliers at San Diego Port in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English, Spanish
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$135 per day
Average car rental length
5 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
Top 20 locations near San Diego Port
- San Diego (Downtown)from $72.53 per day1.5 km / 0.93 miles away
- San Diego India Street1.5 km / 0.93 miles away
- San Diego East Villagefrom $72.53 per day1.6 km / 0.99 miles away
- San Diego Airportfrom $74.05 per day2.5 km / 1.55 miles away
- San Diego Old Townfrom $75.14 per day5 km / 3.11 miles away
- San Diego Mission Valleyfrom $72.53 per day5.8 km / 3.6 miles away
- La Jolla Downtownfrom $75.14 per day17.4 km / 10.81 miles away
- San Diego Carmel Valleyfrom $75.14 per day25.1 km / 15.6 miles away
- San Diego Cross Border Xpressfrom $35.40 per day26.4 km / 16.4 miles away
- Escondido (Downtown)from $72.53 per day46.1 km / 28.65 miles away
- Vista Downtownfrom $72.53 per day53.8 km / 33.43 miles away
- Oceanside Downtownfrom $72.53 per day56.7 km / 35.23 miles away
- Temecula Downtownfrom $72.53 per day86.5 km / 53.75 miles away
- Murrieta Downtownfrom $72.53 per day93.2 km / 57.91 miles away
- Laguna Niguel Downtownfrom $72.53 per day102.6 km / 63.75 miles away
- Mission Viejo Margueritefrom $72.53 per day104.1 km / 64.68 miles away
- Irvine South-east115 km / 71.46 miles away
- Hemet Westfrom $72.53 per day115.7 km / 71.89 miles away
- Costa Mesa Downtownfrom $56.92 per day124.1 km / 77.11 miles away
- John Wayne Airportfrom $63.60 per day124.8 km / 77.55 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
SIXT
901 Bayfront Court
B
Budget
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
When to book at San Diego Port and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest at San Diego Port?
The cost of renting a car at San Diego Port 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 monthJanuary | Most expensive month July | |
| A good deal $162 | Cheapest supplier Budget | Cheapest car type Large cars |
Average rental costs per day at San Diego Port
$93
$46
$0
$16
in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
$47
in April
Apr
May
Jun
$84
in July
Jul
$59
in August
Aug
$75
in September
Sep
Oct
Nov
$39
in December
Dec
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at San Diego Port is January — when rental costs average $15.95 per day. This is 68% cheaper than the yearly average and 81% cheaper than renting a car in July (when prices average $84.33 per day).
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 is the most popular time of year to rent a car at San Diego Port?
Based on how many users search for a car in at San Diego Port, travelers are most likely to rent a car in April, while they are least likely to rent in in January.
Monthly searches at San Diego Port by pick-up date relative to the average
1.8
0.9
0
0.4 times in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
1.6 times in April
Apr
May
Jun
0.4 times in July
Jul
1.6 times in August
Aug
0.4 times in September
Sep
Oct
Nov
1.6 times in December
Dec
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at San Diego Port?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in January the average rental period is 8 days, while in July, the average rental period is only one day.
Average number of rental days at San Diego Port
9
4
0
8 days in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
5 days in April
Apr
May
Jun
1 day in July
Jul
3 days in August
Aug
8 days in September
Sep
Oct
Nov
7 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | SIXT, Budget |
| 🚗 Popular car types | SUVs, large cars, medium cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $74 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Budget |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIXT | Midsize (Toyota RAV4) | 4 | 2 | SUV |
| Budget | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 1 | Large car |
| SIXT | Standard (Chevrolet Blazer) | 4 | 2 | SUV |
| SIXT | Compact (Nissan Versa) | 4 | 1 | Medium car |
| SIXT | Intermediate (TOYOTA RAV4) | 4 | 2 | SUV |
| SIXT | Standard (Volkswagen Jetta) | 4 | 2 | Large car |
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
SIXT (rated 8.6 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Budget (rated 7.9 / 10)
Total rental companies
2
Average daily price
$135
Lowest daily price
$74
Total cars available
13
Top 2 suppliers at San Diego Port in 2026
SIXT
8.6
Excellent
2 reviews
Value for money
8.4
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.9
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.2
Car condition
9.2
$363–$397
per day
901 Bayfront Court
+18887498227
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:00
Tue
08:00-17:00
Wed
08:00-17:00
Thu
08:00-17:00
Fri
08:00-17:00
Sat
08:00-17:00
Sun
08:00-17:00
Budget
7.9
Good
Value for money
7.5
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.3
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
7.9
Car condition
7.9
$74–$124
per day
1670 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
+16192317162
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-19:00
Tue
08:00-19:00
Wed
08:00-19:00
Thu
08:00-19:00
Fri
08:00-19:00
Sat
08:00-17:00
Sun
08:00-12:00
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FT 1000: Europe's Fastest Growing Companies - Top 300 Companies 2025
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