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Mitsubishi Mirage
or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
$37.08
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
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Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
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Zero deductible
Kia Soul
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$37.08
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Zero deductible
Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$36.51
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo AirportSan Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
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Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
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Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$37.94
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Zero deductible
Toyota Camry
or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$37.08
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Pay now
Zero deductible
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$37.08
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Zero deductible
Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$41.92
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo South
4554 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA-93401
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo South
4554 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA-93401
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Zero deductible
Chevrolet Equinox
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$44.36
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Kia Rio
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$46.55
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo South
4554 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA-93401
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo South
4554 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA-93401
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
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Zero deductible
Kia Soul
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$46.56
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo South
4554 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA-93401
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo South
4554 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA-93401
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Zero deductible
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$46.60
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo South
4554 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA-93401
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo South
4554 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA-93401
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Zero deductible
Toyota Camry
or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$48.23
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo South
4554 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA-93401
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo South
4554 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA-93401
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
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Zero deductible
Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$52.11
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo South
4554 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA-93401
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo South
4554 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA-93401
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Zero deductible
Jeep Grand Cherokee
or similar Standard Elite SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
$54.34
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
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Pay now
Zero deductible
Ford Edge
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$57.04
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo South
4554 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA-93401
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo South
4554 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA-93401
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Zero deductible
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar Mini Van
Automatic
7
A/C
4
$65.32
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Zero deductible
Ford Mustang Cabrio
or similar Standard Convertible
Automatic
4
A/C
2
$72.54
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo Airport, 975 Airport Dr,
Ste 5, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo Airport, 975 Airport Dr,
Ste 5, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Pay now
Zero deductible
Jeep Grand Cherokee
or similar Standard Elite SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
$79.18
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo South
4554 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA-93401
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo South
4554 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA-93401
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
Automatic
7
A/C
4
$80.64
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo South
4554 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA-93401
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo South
4554 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA-93401
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Genesis G70
or similar Luxury
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$87.71
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Ford Transit
or similar Full-size Van
Automatic
12
A/C
4
$98.98
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
San Luis Obispo Airport
San Luis Obispo County Airport, 975 Airport Dr - Ste 8,
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 20:32 on 15/06/26. 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 cities near San Luis Obispo
- Top 20 locations near San Luis Obispo
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in San Luis Obispo and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Car rental statistics
- Top 2 suppliers in San Luis Obispo in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English, Spanish
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$69 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
$1.25 per liter or $4.73 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.12 per liter or $4.24 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.58 per liter or $5.98 per gallon
Top 20 cities near San Luis Obispo
- Santa Mariafrom $49.72 per day42 km / 26.1 miles away
- Santa Barbarafrom $46.10 per day129.6 km / 80.53 miles away
- Bakersfieldfrom $48.84 per day149.4 km / 92.83 miles away
- Venturafrom $40.10 per day167.5 km / 104.08 miles away
- Visaliafrom $49.72 per day170 km / 105.63 miles away
- Salinas179.1 km / 111.29 miles away
- Fresnofrom $45.92 per day179.8 km / 111.72 miles away
- Montereyfrom $49.76 per day183.9 km / 114.27 miles away
- Camarillofrom $49.72 per day189.8 km / 117.94 miles away
- Thousand Oaksfrom $49.72 per day207.4 km / 128.87 miles away
- Santa Cruzfrom $58.14 per day224.8 km / 139.68 miles away
- Woodland Hillsfrom $51.46 per day224.9 km / 139.75 miles away
- Northridgefrom $49.72 per day226.6 km / 140.8 miles away
- Lancasterfrom $49.47 per day238.8 km / 148.38 miles away
- Sun Valleyfrom $49.72 per day239.5 km / 148.82 miles away
- Studio Cityfrom $39.96 per day242.3 km / 150.56 miles away
- Santa Monicafrom $42.00 per day243.3 km / 151.18 miles away
- Burbankfrom $44.22 per day247.3 km / 153.67 miles away
- Venicefrom $39.96 per day247.7 km / 153.91 miles away
- Beverly Hillsfrom $49.72 per day247.9 km / 154.04 miles away
Top 20 locations near San Luis Obispo
- San Luis Obispo Southfrom $49.72 per day3.4 km / 2.11 miles away
- San Luis Obispo Airportfrom $49.72 per day5.3 km / 3.29 miles away
- Santa Maria Downtownfrom $66.41 per day42 km / 26.1 miles away
- Santa Maria Public Airportfrom $49.72 per day46.3 km / 28.77 miles away
- Santa Barbara Airportfrom $46.10 per day121 km / 75.19 miles away
- Santa Barbara North125.8 km / 78.17 miles away
- Santa Barbara Downtownfrom $49.72 per day129.6 km / 80.53 miles away
- Meadows Field Airportfrom $48.84 per day146.6 km / 91.09 miles away
- Ventura Downtownfrom $49.72 per day167.5 km / 104.08 miles away
- Visalia Downtownfrom $49.72 per day170 km / 105.63 miles away
- Salinas Municipal Airport175.5 km / 109.05 miles away
- Oxnard Airportfrom $40.10 per day179.1 km / 111.29 miles away
- Fresno Downtownfrom $49.72 per day179.8 km / 111.72 miles away
- Monterey Regional Airportfrom $49.76 per day179.9 km / 111.78 miles away
- Fresno Airportfrom $45.92 per day186.4 km / 115.82 miles away
- Camarillo Downtownfrom $49.72 per day189.8 km / 117.94 miles away
- Thousand Oaks Eastfrom $49.72 per day204.7 km / 127.19 miles away
- Los Angeles Canoga Park223.1 km / 138.63 miles away
- Santa Cruz Downtownfrom $58.14 per day224.8 km / 139.68 miles away
- Woodland Hills Downtownfrom $51.46 per day224.9 km / 139.75 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
San Luis Obispo Airport
2 rental locations
B
San Luis Obispo South
2 rental locations
When to book in San Luis Obispo and for how long?
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in San Luis Obispo?
Car rental prices in San Luis Obispo 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 monthJanuary | Most expensive month December | |
| A good deal $54 | Cheapest supplier Avis | Cheapest car type Large cars |
Average rental costs per day in San Luis Obispo
$60
$30
$0
$32
in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
$52
in April
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
$41
in September
Sep
$49
in October
Oct
$40
in November
Nov
$55
in December
Dec
The cheapest month to rent a car in San Luis Obispo is January (when prices average $31.91 per day). This is 27% cheaper than the yearly average and 42% cheaper than renting in December (when prices average $54.98).
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 San Luis Obispo?
Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in San Luis Obispo is April, and the least popular is January.
Monthly searches in San Luis Obispo by pick-up date relative to the average
2.9
1.4
0
0.4 times in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
2.6 times in April
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
0.4 times in September
Sep
0.4 times in October
Oct
1.3 times in November
Nov
0.9 times in December
Dec
What’s the usual rental length in San Luis Obispo?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in January, the average renter keeps their car for 7 days, and in April, they keep their car for 3 days.
Average number of rental days in San Luis Obispo
8
4
0
7 days in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
3 days in April
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
7 days in September
Sep
5 days in October
Oct
3 days in November
Nov
4 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 📍 Car rental locations | 2 |
| ✈️ Airport locations | 1 |
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Budget, Avis |
| 🚗 Popular car types | SUVs, large cars, small cars, vans |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $50 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Avis |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | Kia Rio | 4 | Small car |
| Avis | Toyota RAV4 | 4 | SUV |
| Budget | Chrysler Pacifica | 4 | Van |
| Budget | Toyota Corolla | 4 | Large car |
| Budget | Toyota RAV4 | 4 | SUV |
| Avis | Kia Rio | 4 | Small car |
| Budget | Volkswagen Jetta | 4 | Large car |
| Avis | Toyota Camry | 4 | Large car |
| Budget | Jeep Grand Cherokee | 5 | SUV |
Car rental statistics
Total rental companies
2
Average daily price
$69
Lowest daily price
$50
Total cars available
40
Top 2 suppliers in San Luis Obispo in 2026
Avis
2 locations
8.0
Very Good
Value for money
7.7
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.6
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.0
Car condition
8.1
$50–$195
per day
Most popular location
333 Madonna Rd
San Luis Obispo
CA-93405
Budget
2 locations
8.0
Very Good
2 reviews
Value for money
7.6
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.5
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.0
Car condition
8.1
$59–$129
per day
Most popular location
San Luis Obispo Airport, 975 Airport Dr,
Ste 5, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
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