Car rentals in La Jolla, San Diego

It costs $48/day on average for a car rental in La Jolla. momondo users have also found prices as high as $89/day and as low as $32/day, which is a 65% price variation. These price differences are often dependent on what neighborhood in {5} you rent your car in.

The cheapest rental car company in La Jolla is Avis at $32/day. Other affordable options found in the past 72 hours include Budget at $33/day. These rates may be different depending on what neighborhood you plan on visiting and the type of car you rent.

Although there are plenty of other rental car types to choose from, the most popular type for a trip to La Jolla are SUV sized cars. 34% of our users chose this rental type and found prices for $62/day on average.

If you’re looking to travel to San Diego and save money on a rental car, then consider visiting Midtown or Old Town. You will find that GREEN MOTION has the most affordable rental cars in Midtown at $25/day. Europcar has the cheapest rental cars in Old Town at $26/day.

The most popular length of time momondo users rent a car in La Jolla is 2 days. For a 2-day rental the average daily price is $46, though prices are subject to change depending on the type of car you rent and what neighborhood you stay in. To rent a car for a week in general is $344 on average and for a weekend rental, expect to pay a total of $123 on average. Month-long La Jolla car rentals are generally about $1,034 in total depending on your dates.

The best time to rent a car in La Jolla is in the month of July, when prices are $36/day on average. November is often the most expensive month to rent a car when average prices are $60/day. However, no matter what month you plan to visit La Jolla, it’s recommended that you book your rental around 43 days out for the best possible price.

Prices for cars in La Jolla refresh daily.

As of August 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for cars in La Jolla.

Among different countries, including La Jolla, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

When renting a car in La Jolla, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.