Which car rental providers are at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport?

There are 2 car rental providers located at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport. The following companies can be found near the San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport car rental counter: Budget (7.0) Avis (6.5)

What car rental company is typically the cheapest at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz (861,972 ₫/day), Thrifty (1,072,300 ₫/day), and Dollar (1,123,944 ₫/day).

Which car rental company is considered to be the best at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Silvercar (9.6 rating), Advantage (9.0 rating) and National (8.9 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport.

How much does it cost to rent a car at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport for a week from Avis?

From Avis you can rent a car at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport from about 25,648,592 ₫ per week on average.

How far in advance should I rent a car at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport for the best price?

Renting your favorite 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 34% at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

Can I rent a car for a month at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport?

Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport.

Cheap Car Rentals at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport

San Diego, CA, United States - Carlsbad-Palomar (CLD)

10 Jun — 17 Jun

Same drop-off

Sat 10/6

Noon

Sat 17/6

Noon

Compare available car types for rental in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport

Top rental agencies in San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar Airport

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.0

Wonderful

7 reviews•2 locations

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6.0

Okay|May 2023

The pick up process took a long time. There seemed to only be one person out of the 3-4 working that could get the keys for my car. Drop off was fine. The car also felt old and I was worried about breaking down on the way to Vegas with the hills and heat. I didn’t breakdown but usually cars I’ve rented at other companies the cars were newer or felt newer at least.

7.9

Good|Aug 2021

Watch the signs in Carlsbad several locations closed and they do not tell you when you rent. All locations have been centralized to one in Carlsbad

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2019

Brandon at this location was 100% committed in making customers like myself happy. I had a small issue with the windshield wiper blade and fluid and he went above and beyond to correct this issue. People like Brandon should be recognized for their efforts.

9.6

Wonderful|Feb 2019

a bit difficult to find the office, but everything worked out ok. nice to be offered a free upgrade. easy to work with. these folks.

8.0

Very good|Jan 2019

The car was great. Nissan Altima. Good gas mileage and very smooth ride.

Check in Friday night- at first the enterprise employee tried to put me in a mazda miata or an suv. That wasn't what I reserved. Fortunately they had a Nissan Altima which did work but I had to ask for it. And returning the keys on Tuesday morning the employee was late only by 6 minutes but still la

10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2018

customer service was great, everyone was friendly kind and knowledgeable.

1 out of 3

Hertz

8.4

Very good

15 reviews•2 locations

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9.2

Wonderful|Feb 2020

The staff was friendly but not very helpful.

I had to make a damage claim and the staff didn't seem to be prepared to handle the process properly.

4.0

Mediocre|Aug 2018

was not told that pre -paid gas purchase for for a empty tank. remote Key did not work. alarm went off every time I unlocked the car which I had to lock and unlock with the key. Sad!

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2018

Not enough superlatives.

9.2

Wonderful|Jun 2018

Clean and late model. Good visibility and safety.

Noisy with windows rolled down; took it into the Sierras - pick up on the hills was sluggish.

6.0

Okay|Jan 2018

The rep helping me initially brought me a car that smelled horribly like a wet dog. I brought it to his attention, and he actually said “i don’t smell it”. Quite absurd as the stench was overpowering. He clearly was ‘testing’ to see if he could rent it without shampooing the smell out. I requested a different car and he accommodated me.

9.6

Wonderful|Dec 2017

Upgraded the car with no extra charge, comfortable and service is friendly and helpful.

Easy to find location and quick service.always meets your demand...

1 out of 5

Budget

7.0

Good

13 reviews•1 location

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10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

Loved the ease of pick and drop off. Really couldn’t be smoother!

2.0

Poor|Oct 2022

We reserved the car with kayak and the company didn’t have cars available. I think kayak could’ve done a better job in this transaction. Kayak allowed us to make a reservation with the car company without cars available. Very poor communication and costumer service. The car company was nice to make a phone call to us to tell us they didn’t have cars at their location and couldn’t understand why kayak would allow this.

2.0

Poor|Jun 2022

Tires were worn down Car needs alignment, was banking left. Unexplained 200 charges. Unhelpful agents on the counter Nobody ever picks up on Customer care

2.0

Poor|May 2022

Absolutely horrendous. I have never rented a car before and they gave me little to no information about the return process. When driving to return the car I called customer service for some clarity on what to do and it was awful. The guy didnt answer a single question I had which were pretty straight forward questions. Instead he kept saying “Mhm mhm good question” and rambled on about nothing I asked. I ended up hanging up because I was getting no where. They charged me $685 to rent the car for 2 days. $300 one way fee was tacked on during drop off because I dropped it off at the airport. I was never informed I couldn’t drop it off at another location. I thought it was a chain and they all shared cars. Terrible terrible terrible!! $685 DOLLARS is absolutely unacceptable for a 2 day rental. I would have dropped it off at the same location I got it had I known prior to returning that I had to, but I couldn’t go back once I arrived at the airport because I would have missed my flight back home! I feel completely taken advantage of.

10.0

Wonderful|Oct 2021

The Avis/Budget rep at the Haley St location went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of, charged appropriately, and able to make our flight on time. It was much appreciated!

2.0

Poor|May 2021

Rathe was $134 and was changed $356

1 out of 5

Avis

6.8

Okay

28 reviews•2 locations

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2.0

Poor|Apr 2023

Avis gave me a reservation for 36 days of renting a car at a specific price. Some days after the car was returned, I realized they had split the 36 days into two separate rentals, with a total price increase of $69, about 7.5%, The rental office at McCellan Palomar airport in Carlsbad, CA, has not been helpful. Partly they do not recognize that their charges should simply be equal to their reservation. Partly they do not recognize that a limitation in their billing system (no rentals longer than 31 days) does not entitle Avis to increase its price. Lastly they claim that only Corpoate can adjust the second rental to make the total price equal to the reservation. So now I must chase at another place.

6.0

Okay|Oct 2019

I only drove into their lot to return the car, N/A should be a choice for the above if you are truly looking for useful feedback.

2.0

Poor|Oct 2022

I get there with my reservation and they said they had no car for me. You guys took $44 from me for no reason and I was left with no more options because everywhere else was closing. you guys are horrible

10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2022

Quick and friendly turn-around. Efficient and much appreciated.

2.0

Poor|Mar 2022

No cars!!! I paid $45. for a cab from Cardiff to Palomar for my noon pickup of rental car. NO CARS!!!!!!!!!!! It was a nightmare to be stuck.

2.0

Poor|Mar 2022

They did have my reservation

1 out of 10