Carlsbad Cheap Car Rentals & Car Hire Deals

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Sat., 23 Nov. - Sun., 24 Nov.

Compact

Ford Focus or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Ford Focus

NZ$102

total
found 7 hours ago
Compact Ford Focus
Sat., 23 Nov. - Sun., 24 Nov.

Economy

Chevrolet Spark or similar
  • 4 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Chevrolet Spark

NZ$102

total
found 7 hours ago
Economy Chevrolet Spark
Sat., 23 Nov. - Sun., 24 Nov.

Midsize SUV

Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Chevrolet Bolt EUV

NZ$107

total
found 7 hours ago
Midsize SUV Chevrolet Bolt EUV
Sat., 23 Nov. - Sun., 24 Nov.

Standard

Volkswagen Jetta or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Volkswagen Jetta

NZ$110

total
found 7 hours ago
Standard Volkswagen Jetta
Sat., 23 Nov. - Sun., 24 Nov.

Full Size

Chevrolet Malibu or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Chevrolet Malibu

NZ$116

total
found 7 hours ago
Full Size Chevrolet Malibu
Sat., 23 Nov. - Sun., 24 Nov.

Premium

Nissan Maxima or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Nissan Maxima

NZ$123

total
found 7 hours ago
Premium Nissan Maxima
Sat., 23 Nov. - Sun., 24 Nov.

Standard Elite

Infiniti Q50 - PRESTIGE or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Infiniti Q50 - PRESTIGE

NZ$168

total
found 7 hours ago
Standard Elite Infiniti Q50 - PRESTIGE
Sat., 23 Nov. - Sun., 24 Nov.

Luxury

Chrysler 300 or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Chrysler 300

NZ$168

total
found 7 hours ago
Luxury Chrysler 300
Sun., 24 Nov. - Mon., 25 Nov.

Midsize Elite SUV

Infiniti QX50 - PRESTIGE or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Infiniti QX50 - PRESTIGE

NZ$180

total
found 7 hours ago
Midsize Elite SUV Infiniti QX50 - PRESTIGE
Sat., 23 Nov. - Sun., 24 Nov.

Compact Elite

Mercedes CLA250 Audi A3 - PRESTIGE or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Mercedes CLA250 Audi A3 - PRESTIGE

NZ$1,721

total
found 7 hours ago
Compact Elite Mercedes CLA250 Audi A3 - PRESTIGE

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Frequently asked questions

Can I rent a car from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
You certainly can. Once your plane hits the tarmac at San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), you’ll locate the rental outlets at the Rental Car Center. Arrange a ride with Nu Car Rental, Sixt or Payless. Enterprise and Airport Van Rental are also worth considering.
What happens if I need to cancel my Carlsbad car reservation?
There are always times when plans are turned on their head. That’s why we offer a full refund on many prepaid reservations if you cancel six hours in advance of picking up the car. Be sure to double-check your rental policy — in some cases it’s not available. Can’t find the details there? Our Customer Service Portal has more useful information.
Why should I rent a Carlsbad car with Expedia?
From quick day trips to road trips of a lifetime, Expedia has vehicles to suit every style and adventure. Choose from trusted rental companies in Carlsbad. And with our competitive offers and discounts, you’ll always get a good deal on your wheels. Did you know you can combine your bookings into a package? Add a hotel or flight to your rental car and watch the savings stack up!
How do I find the best car rental deals in Carlsbad with Expedia?
Browse our huge range of rental cars, check out ratings and compare prices from leading brands. In just a few clicks, Expedia will help you get the best deal on your wheels. Got a flight or hotel booking? Add on your Carlsbad car rental to save even more.
What do you need to rent a car in Carlsbad?
Any rental company you choose will need these two things — a current driver’s license and credit card. If you decide to opt out of the provider’s insurance plan, proof of other coverage may also be needed. Read through your policy so you know what to bring with you to the rental counter.
Can I rent a car for a month or longer in Carlsbad?
You can rent a vehicle for a month or longer in Carlsbad, so go on and extend your hard-earned vacation! Just enter your trip information into our long-term car rental deals page and reserve your ideal ride.
Where can I find a Carlsbad car rental if I am younger than 25?
Whether or not you can rent a car under the age of 25 in Carlsbad often depends on the rental provider you select. Some outlets apply a surcharge for young drivers between 21 and 24 years of age, whereas other companies may not apply any additional costs for this age group. It’d be wise to go through the terms and conditions of your selected car rental dealer to escape extra charges at the rental desk.