San Antonio

Cheap Car Hire in San Antonio from $49

San Antonio, TX, United States
27 Apr — 4 May
Driver's age: 26-65
San Antonio, TX, United States
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San Antonio car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in San Antonio. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

$1.60

Average price per day

$184

Cheapest price per day

$49

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in San Antonio?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San Antonio and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

January

$62

February

$73

March

$88

April

$99

May

$71

June

$77

July

$79

August

$76

September

$73

October

$88

November

$76

December

$71

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in San Antonio is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in San Antonio

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in San Antonio and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

There are 20 hire agencies servicing San Antonio. These agencies, altogether, have 87 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in San Antonio with prices from $49 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in San Antonio:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Compare available car types for hire in San Antonio

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in San Antonio to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

Small cars

$76 - $165

All Car Types

$103 - $179

To hire a small car in San Antonio, the United States, you would pay an average price of $117/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in San Antonio, the United States (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$165/day). In fact, January is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for San Antonio. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Antonio, hiring a small car saves you 13% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best San Antonio small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in San Antonio, the United States, you would pay an average price of $116/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in San Antonio, the United States (~$57/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$216/day). In fact, August is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for San Antonio. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Antonio, hiring a medium car saves you 14% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best San Antonio medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in San Antonio, the United States, you would pay an average price of $138/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in San Antonio, the United States (~$77/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$213/day). In fact, January is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for San Antonio. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Antonio, hiring a large car is 4% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best San Antonio large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in San Antonio, the United States, you would pay an average price of $113/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in San Antonio, the United States (~$59/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$233/day). In fact, June is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for San Antonio. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Antonio, hiring a SUV saves you 16% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best San Antonio SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in San Antonio, the United States, you would pay an average price of $87/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a van in San Antonio, the United States (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$189/day). In fact, July is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for San Antonio. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Antonio, hiring a van saves you 35% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Kia Picanto$49/day
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Kia Picanto
Toyota Corolla$65/day
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Hyundai i20$66/day
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A/C
Hyundai i20

Top hire agencies in San Antonio

Explore the leading car hire agencies in San Antonio known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in San Antonio. Reviews were last updated on 20 April 2024.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top care hire agencies serving San Antonio, such as Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Alamo

8.9
Very Good
114 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
103 reviews30 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.2

Avis

7.4
Good
110 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.2

Budget

7.3
Good
106 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.2

Hertz

5.8
Fair
294 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.7

Advantage

8.2
Very Good
65 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

Dollar

7.3
Good
47 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.2

Fox

6.6
Okay
55 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.6

Best San Antonio car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in San Antonio. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in San Antonio with an average daily rate of $68. Data was last updated on 20 April 2024.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in San Antonio. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Kia Picanto$49/day
2
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A/C
Kia Picanto
Hyundai i30$52/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai i30
Mitsubishi Eclipse$54/day
5
2
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Eclipse

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in San Antonio, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in San Antonio?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $184/day when booking a car hire in San Antonio. The absolute best deal a user found was for $111/day from Thrifty, booked on Apr. 14.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in San Antonio?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in San Antonio from the following companies over the past two weeks: Fox ($49/day), Dollar ($65/day), and Thrifty ($113/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in San Antonio?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.9 rating), Payless (7.5 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in San Antonio.

  • What are petrol prices like in San Antonio?

    The average price of petrol in San Antonio is $1.60/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $72 and $103 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in San Antonio for a week from Alamo?

    From Alamo you can hire a car in San Antonio from about $1,786 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in San Antonio for the best price?

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 40% in San Antonio - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in San Antonio?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in San Antonio for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in San Antonio for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in San Antonio can be found for about $7,653, with the average price for a rental being around $255 a day. Book with Thrifty, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 69% less compared to the average price of car rentals in San Antonio.

  • How much is a car hire in San Antonio for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in San Antonio is $0. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in San Antonio. For the month of May, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in San Antonio for as low as $0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in San Antonio?

    GMC Yukon XL, which is a Premium vehicle, is the most popular to hire at San Antonio according to Cheapflights users.

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Van hires in San Antonio

Find van hire deals in San Antonio from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in San Antonio cost an average of $124 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 April 2024.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van hires in San Antonio. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly adding new deals so check back soon if you're not finding the one right for you.
Toyota HiAce$85/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$85/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$95/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce

Car hires by fuel type in San Antonio

Browse car hires by fuel type in San Antonio. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in San Antonio. Deals were last updated on 20 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in San Antonio. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($39+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Airport car hires in San Antonio
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