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San Francisco International Airport cheap car hire

Compare car hire deals at San Francisco International Airport from across the web

Find the best car hire price, fuel policy and more from hundreds of providers

Book with flexibility. Look for cars with free cancellation in case your plans change.

Find cheap car hire in San Francisco International Airport

Compact

SUV
43
From
€32
per day

Economy

4-5 doors
42
From
€33
per day

Intermediate

4-5 doors
54
From
€38
per day

Fullsize

4-5 doors
54
From
€41
per day

Premium

4-5 doors
52
From
€45
per day

Mini

4-5 doors
41
From
€55
per day
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These are the lowest San Francisco International Airport car hire prices we found across the web, over the next 30 days. These prices are subject to change.

Car hire near San Francisco International Airport

Consider travelling into San Francisco to pick up your car - we found car hire deals from pick-up points in San Francisco from €32.

The most popular car rental companies in San Francisco International Airport

Choose from the best car hire companies near San Francisco International Airport

Europcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
€38per day
Hertz
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Thrifty
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Avis
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Budget
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Dollar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Europcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
€38per day
Hertz
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Thrifty
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Avis
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Budget
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Dollar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection

San Francisco International Airport car hire: Facts on the fly

Average daily price103 €
Most popular carIntermediate/Standard, 4-5 doors
Cheapest price found32 €
Cheapest month to rentNovember
Providers at San Francisco International Airport17
Most popular providerDollar
Best time to book3 weeks before

How to get the best car hire deal in San Francisco International Airport

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy after you've touched down in San Francisco International Airport. 

Check out car hire in San Francisco

If you can't find what you're looking for at San Francisco International Airport, there could be more car hire options in San Francisco and sometimes, they're cheaper. You just have to remember that the added cost of a transfer from San Francisco International Airport into San Francisco could mean you still spend more than if you opted to pick up your hire car at San Francisco International Airport.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in San Francisco International Airport that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your mind or your plans if you need to. Or if you find a better deal elsewhere.

Book 3 weeks in advance

We crunched some numbers and found that most travellers bag the lowest daily rate when they book 3 weeks in advance. The cheapest month to hire a car from San Francisco International Airport is November.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off from San Francisco International Airport, look out for deals with a 'full to full' tank fuel policy.

Skip the queues at San Francisco International Airport

With us, you can find car hire deals with self-service or keyless pick-up. No keys to pick up or documents to fill out means no queues. Just touch down, hop in and hit the road - perfect if you've landed at San Francisco International Airport late and just want to get on your way.

Hiring a car at San Francisco International Airport: FAQs

On average, car hire from San Francisco International Airport is around 103 € per day.
Yes. It's lower than United States's average daily car rental price, which is around 75 €.
There are lots of car hire companies to choose from at San Francisco International Airport - including kyte, Go Fun Rental, Dollar, Avis, National, Hertz, Budget, Alamo, and Thrifty.
Yes – you can pick up Dollar hire cars from San Francisco International Airport. Their desk is in the airport terminal.
Yes – you can pick up Thrifty hire cars from San Francisco International Airport. Their desk is in the airport terminal.
Yes – you can pick up Hertz hire cars from San Francisco International Airport. Their desk is in the airport terminal.
Currently, the lowest price for car hire at San Francisco International Airport we found is 32 €. And the cheapest rate for car hire nearby is from 35 €. It can often be cheaper to hire a car from somewhere near to San Francisco International Airport, especially if there's an extra airport pick-up fee. But when you consider the cost of travelling from San Francisco International Airport to the pick-up location, and back again at the end of your stay, collecting your wheels as soon as you touch down might still work out more economic, faster and easier.
Yes – you can hire a car when you touch down in San Francisco International Airport and drop it off in another location, which can save you time and money.
The most popular according to travellers is Europcar, with a 4.8 rating for things like cleanliness, customer service and value. The cheapest company is currently Fox - Rent A Car.
Currently, it looks like Fox - Rent A Car has the cheapest car hire deal in San Francisco International Airport – for 34 € per day. Europcar also has car hire deals from 38 € per day.
Although you can often find a cheaper car hire deal away from San Francisco International Airport, remember to consider: extra cost of public transport, a taxi to your hotel, or on to that pickup location on top of that price.
Yes. We understand that plans can change last minute, or you might even find a better car rental deal from San Francisco International Airport. That's why we highlight the rental cars you can book now and cancel later when you search.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals in and around San Francisco. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in San Francisco International Airport.
When you rent a car near San Francisco International Airport, most major providers require you to be at least 21 years old. Some companies charge an extra fee if you're under 25, so make sure you check before booking.
You can book car hire at San Francisco International Airport in three simple steps. First, explore the range of available cars, from family-friendly SUVs to small compact cars. Next, narrow down your choices by comparing features like fuel policy, mileage and customer reviews to find the best deal. Then, once you’ve found the perfect car, you’ll be redirected to the provider’s website to book, with no extra fees.
The documents you need to rent a car at San Francisco International Airport vary depending on the car hire provider. In most cases, you’ll need a valid driving licence, photo ID and a credit card. You can check with the car hire provider when you book.
Finding the best car hire deal at San Francisco International Airport is quick and easy with Skyscanner. First, explore the range of available cars, from family-friendly SUVs to small compact cars. Next, narrow down your choices by comparing features like fuel policy, mileage, and customer reviews to find the best deal. Then, once you’ve found the perfect car, you’ll be redirected to the provider’s website to book, with no extra fees.

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