Cheapflights insights for Carlsbad car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Carlsbad, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Carlsbad?
For the best savings on car hire in Carlsbad, make your reservation 78 days before pickup. The average price then is just ฿1,013/day – about 1,765% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Carlsbad?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Carlsbad is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.8/10 with 5 reviews). Budget (rated 6.5/10 with 15 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Carlsbad?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Carlsbad is January, when you can expect to pay ฿1,536/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Carlsbad is December (฿2,059/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
฿1,536
February
฿1,536
March
฿1,993
April
฿1,569
May
฿1,863
June
฿1,830
July
฿1,797
August
฿1,797
September
฿1,536
October
฿1,863
November
฿1,928
December
฿2,059
What car do most people hire in Carlsbad?
Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla, for example) are the most popular in Carlsbad. Mini (Chrysler Pacifica) and Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Carlsbad.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Carlsbad?
Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 3 locations in Carlsbad, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Carlsbad, CA
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Carlsbad, CA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Carlsbad, CA. Reviews were last updated on 20 October 2025.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
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Budget
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EZ Van
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Zeeba Rent-A-Van
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Carlsbad, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 October 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Carlsbad?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Carlsbad for a month is certainly possible.