Car rentals in University Heights, San Diego

It costs $37/day on average for a car rental in University Heights. momondo users have also found prices as high as $85/day and as low as $27/day, which is a 69% price variation. These price differences are often dependent on what neighborhood in {5} you rent your car in.

The cheapest rental car companies in University Heights are Hertz for as low as $26 per day and Enterprise Rent-A-Car for as low as $85 per day. Keep in mind that these prices were found in the past 72 hours and are subject to change based on when you book your rental, what neighborhood you plan to visit, and what type of car you rent.

The best rental car company in University Heights is Enterprise Rent-A-Car. This is based on an average momondo customer rating of 8.7/10 from 7 reviews. If you are planning a trip to University Heights, you will be able to find Enterprise Rent-A-Car at 3 locations in the neighborhood.

The most popular type of cars to rent in University Heights are Intermediate cars. This type of car costs $52 per day on average. 36% of users prefer to rent Intermediate cars in University Heights due to price, availability, and their planned activities.

Little Italy and Otay Mesa are the cheapest neighborhoods to rent a car in San Diego. We found that Economy Rent a Car is the cheapest rental car company in Little Italy with an average cost of $16/day. Dollar is the most affordable rental company in Otay Mesa with prices averaging $22/day.

9 days is the most popular length of time momondo users will rent a car for in University Heights. Renting a car for 9 days will cost $46/day on average. If you decide to stay and rent a car in University Heights for 1 week then prices will be around $364, and many of our users tend to opt for weekend rentals which cost $164 in total on average. If it’s a longer road trip you’re after, you can also rent a car for one month in University Heights, at a total average cost of $1,194.

The most ideal time of year to rent a car is in February, which is when prices are often the cheapest. Our users have found rental car prices averaging $34 per day when booking in February. In contrast, November is the least ideal time to rent a car. Prices in University Heights during this month tend to be $56 per day on average. Don’t forget to book your University Heights car rental at least 67 days in advance for the best deals.

Prices for cars in University Heights refresh daily.

As of April 2025, there are 14 operators available to choose from for cars in University Heights.

Among different countries, including University Heights, 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.

To rent a car in University Heights, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.