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At the San Diego Airport we recommend the following car rental offers

from 55 $ per day
Economy

Small, agile and economical - that's all it takes!

e.g. Ford Fiesta Aut. 2dr A/C
7 Days from 13.03 - 19.03.2025
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from 84 $ per day
Mini

Alone on the road or only with small luggage? Then this will be sufficient!

e.g. CHRYSLER PACIFICA
7 Days from 13.03 - 19.03.2025
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from 55 $ per day
All-round carefree package

This way nothing can go wrong - carefree and all inclusive!

Compact
e.g. Ford Focus Aut. 2dr A/C
7 Days from 13.03 - 19.03.2025
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Schild San Diego

Holidays in San Diego

Take the liberty and enjoy the independence to explore the USA on your own with a rental car from San Diego SAN Airport. With our online price comparison you can easily and quickly compare every car rental offer and find the cheapest rental car - directly at the airport. Use this opportunity to find the best deal for your rental car. With a rental car you don't only drive cheap, but also free and independent.

Experience the joyful spirit of winter in San Diego

Happiness is calling - this spirit awaits you in San Diego in winter. San Diego offers the ideal destination for a winter trip, since even in winter the climate is mild. An average of eight hours of sunshine awaits you in San Diego every day. So escape the cold and wet winter and immerse yourself in the dreamlike San Diego. Especially in winter, San Diego offers many activities that make the area so attractive. Below are a few tips on what you can do in San Diego in winter:

  • Culture fans: throughout San Diego you will find historical monuments, theaters and much more
  • Outdoor enthusiasts: mountain biking, hiking, tennis, golf and many other activities await you
  • Gourmets: Cali-Baja is the unique cuisine of San Diego that you should not miss

With a rental car through California

California, the Golden State, as it is affectionately called by the Americans, is one of the most popular states for many holidaymakers to travel to the USA. This is certainly due to metropolises such as Los Angeles or San Francisco. But San Diego is also becoming more and more important. The second largest city in California is just over half an hour's drive from the Mexican border. The picturesque coastline and endless sandy beaches inspire holidaymakers and locals alike. In recent years, San Diego itself has increasingly developed into a centre of science and culture. There are many good reasons to explore this city by rental car or motorcycle.

Walk of Fame, Los Angeles

Walk of Fame, Los Angeles

Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco

Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco

Information on the International Airport of San Diego

No other airport in the USA is historically more exciting than San Diego's International Airport. In 1927, the famous Charles Lindbergh took off from here for his first flight to New York, followed by the first single transatlantic flight. Even today, the airport is still known as Lindbergh Field in honour of the famous pilot. In 1928, the airport was recognized as the first state airport to handle all classes of aircraft. You will find all the amenities that a modern airport should offer at SAN International Airport. Free WIFI, gastronomy and lots of boutiques and shops. If you spend a little more time at SAN International Airport, Terminal 2 offers a lot more than Terminal 1. In Terminal 2 you will even find a spa area, boutiques, duty free and even a branch of the oldest bookstore in San Diego: Warwick's of La Jolla. A stay at SAN Airport is guaranteed not to be boring.

What are the special features at San Diego Airport?

With only one runway, SAN International Airport is truly unique. From a global perspective, this airport handles the second highest number of passengers in the world. Approximately 20.7 million passengers check in and out here every year on average. This figure is only surpassed by London Gatwick Airport. Two terminals are available for passengers at the airport, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, while Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 offer a comprehensive range of services. Another special feature is art. Art is exhibited regularly and everywhere on the grounds. It is primarily concerned with light and forms. It is supposed to inspire the passengers and, if you will pardon my saying so, it works very well.

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Collecting the rental car at the airport

It's easier to find the car hire company here than you thought! Just get on one of the shuttle buses and you will be taken directly to the San Diego car rental and pick-up point for your rental car in San Diego. Car rental at the airport is located for all providers in a separate building, the Rental Car Center. You can rent the car cheaply with Driveboo.com and the local car rental service will provide you with the desired car for hire.

The pick-up station is also directly connected to the center. Don't take too long to rent. Many holidaymakers have in mind to rent a car cheaply. The offer on our portal will of course help you to find the car rental service that suits your needs. Whether you want to drive with an SUV, a convertible or a mid-range car is up to you. When renting a car in the USA, remember that you will be provided with a car according to American standards. It is in any case cheap to rent, because you can arrange the renting directly before the journey and find by comparison the offer, which is not only favorable, but promising for you.

Pick-up station for the rental car at San Diego Airport

If you would like to rent a car with Driveboo.com, you will find the pick-up point directly at the car rental service. The pick-up station for the rental car is located directly at the Rental Car Center. This can be reached quickly and cheaply by shuttle. The buses run regularly to the car rental and there are no further waiting times.

Refueling with a Rental Car at San Diego Airport

Petrol station Distance from San Diego Airport
Clean Energy 0.6 miles
ARCO 4 miles
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Refueling the rental car

Around San Diego Airport you will find a variety of other filling stations. All of them are located in the immediate vicinity of the car rental collection point. Before renting a car, you can find out where there are other petrol stations. If your holiday in California is coming to an end and you want to return your rental car to the pick-up point, you will often have to refuel your car. Make sure that you select this option when selecting the offer.

Traffic connections at San Diego California Airport

Since you decide to rent a car at a reasonable price, you don't have to rely on public transport. A shuttle will take you directly to the car rental. From there it's a stone's throw to the big Pacific Highway. This is considered the artery and connects many other roads from which you can go on a sightseeing tour with your rental car.

Rent a car and see excursions around San Diego

There is really no better way to explore the country, its people and the most beautiful sights than by renting a car. If you can rent your car at a reasonable price, you will save a lot of money and can better invest it elsewhere. After all, renting a cheap car at a car rental company has never been more easy. Let's take a look at all the sights this beautiful city in California has to offer.

Drive to Balboa Park with your cheap rental Car

One of the most beautiful and largest parks in California is Balboa Park. Picturesque gardens with rose bushes, palms and buildings in the Spanish baroque style characterize the breathtaking atmosphere. On an area of over 5 km², Balboa Park is not only home to green spaces, but also numerous museums. San Diego has one of the largest number of museums in the United States. The real highlight is the integrated zoo, which with over 4,700 animals is one of the most beautiful and largest of all.

Explore San Diego: other places to visit by rental car

  • The botanical garden of San Diego
  • The Lighthouse Point Loma
  • La Jolla Cove
  • Tijuana in Mexico
  • The Aerospace Museum

USS Midway - museum ship at the Navy Pier

Immerse yourself in American history and visit the museum ship Midway. Exhibits include aircraft from the old days. In addition, there are always veterans available who report about their past with a lot of passion. Machines and technology from old times that simply fascinate away.

Old Town San Diego State Historic Park

Would you like to get a taste of Mexican flair, to nibble some tacos and stroll around? Then this tourist mile is a recommendation to you. A small park with typical buildings and many small bars. The proximity to Mexico cannot be denied here.

The beaches of San Diego

Strand in San Diego

Beach in San Diego

You will experience pure relaxation and water sports on the many beaches at the gates of the city. Put the rental car down quietly once and let the soul dangle. The soft sandy beach invites you to long walks. The low season is recommended for relaxation and recreation. Those who really want to experience a lot of things are better off in the high season. Especially water sports enthusiasts will get their money's worth. Also fans of sea seals, because they like to be seen here again and again. The beaches are always worth a visit and if you only want to end a wonderful day there.

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10 Experiences of our customers at the San Diego Airport

Rating of Seth F.

“Super service! From A-Z everything has worked well. The Nissan Pathfinder was very spacious for the two of us and has accompanied us reliably for 3 weeks over 5,800 km! Both the pickup and the delivery also went smoothly.”

Rating of Janine F.

“Response to inquiries by mail answered comprehensively and very friendly....was not available...sklasse. The station is very well signposted....Return was easy and very fast...”

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