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Mon, Jul 28 to Tue, Jul 29

Economy

Chevy Spark or similar
  • 4 people
  • Unlimited mileage
San Diego, California, USA
Chevy Spark

$42

includes taxes & fees
$20 per day
found 1 hour ago
Economy Chevy Spark
Sun, Jul 27 to Mon, Jul 28

Special

Supplier Choice - Compact or larger or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
San Diego, California, USA
Supplier Choice - Compact or larger

$45

includes taxes & fees
$22 per day
found 7 hours ago
Special Supplier Choice - Compact or larger
Sun, Jul 27 to Mon, Jul 28

Standard

Hyundai Elantra or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
San Diego, California, USA
Hyundai Elantra

$47

includes taxes & fees
$23 per day
found 7 hours ago
Standard Hyundai Elantra
Mon, Jul 28 to Tue, Jul 29

Compact

Hyundai Accent or similar
  • 4 people
  • Unlimited mileage
San Diego, California, USA
Hyundai Accent

$45

includes taxes & fees
$23 per day
found 1 hour ago
Compact Hyundai Accent
Sun, Jul 27 to Mon, Jul 28

Fullsize

Nissan Altima or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
San Diego, California, USA
Nissan Altima

$47

includes taxes & fees
$23 per day
found 7 hours ago
Fullsize Nissan Altima
Mon, Jul 28 to Tue, Jul 29

Midsize

Kia Forte or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
San Diego, California, USA
Kia Forte

$49

includes taxes & fees
$26 per day
found 1 hour ago
Midsize Kia Forte
Mon, Jul 28 to Tue, Jul 29

Premium

Dodge Charger or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
San Diego, California, USA
Dodge Charger

$65

includes taxes & fees
$44 per day
found 6 hours ago
Premium Dodge Charger
Thu, Jul 24 to Fri, Jul 25

Compact Elite Crossover

BMW X1 or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
San Diego, California, USA
BMW X1

$99

includes taxes & fees
$71 per day
found 5 hours ago
Compact Elite Crossover BMW X1
Mon, Jul 28 to Tue, Jul 29

Mini Van

Chrysler Voyager or similar
  • 7 people
  • Unlimited mileage
San Diego, California, USA
Chrysler Voyager

$116

includes taxes & fees
$89 per day
found 1 hour ago
Mini Van Chrysler Voyager
Sun, Jul 27 to Mon, Jul 28

Luxury Elite

Genesis G80E or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
San Diego, California, USA
Genesis G80E

$126

includes taxes & fees
$91 per day
found 7 hours ago
Luxury Elite Genesis G80E
Sun, Jul 27 to Mon, Jul 28

Standard Elite SUV

Jeep Grand Cherokee L or similar
  • 7 people
  • Unlimited mileage
San Diego, California, USA
Jeep Grand Cherokee L

$136

includes taxes & fees
$100 per day
found 7 hours ago
Standard Elite SUV Jeep Grand Cherokee L
Sun, Jul 27 to Mon, Jul 28

Premium Elite

Mercedes GLE BMW X5 or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
San Diego, California, USA
Mercedes GLE BMW X5

$138

includes taxes & fees
$102 per day
found 5 hours ago
Premium Elite Mercedes GLE BMW X5
Mon, Jul 28 to Tue, Jul 29

Luxury

Genesis G70 or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
San Diego, California, USA
Genesis G70

$148

includes taxes & fees
$110 per day
found 2 hours ago
Luxury Genesis G70

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Frequently asked questions

Can I rent a car from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
You'll find a nice selection of rental car companies within a short commute of San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). Economy, Enterprise, Ace, EZ Rent-A-Car and Advantage Rent-A-Car are among the best.
What happens if I need to cancel my East County car reservation?
If you have to switch up your plans, nearly all rentals are eligible for a complete refund. Cancellations will need to be made at least six hours ahead of picking up the car. Have a thorough look over the cancellation policy for any exceptions. Your itinerary will have more details, or jump onto our Customer Service Portal for more information.
What types of cars can I rent in East County?
Whatever suits your style! Go for a mid-size or full-size if you're traveling with the family, or scale up to a premium for a top-of-the-range ride. Or, choose an economy model — the most booked rental in East County. Affordable and with excellent mileage, they're a good fit for solo travelers, couples or anyone else who doesn't require a large amount of space. They're particularly suited to driving around cities. Squeezing into narrow parking spots will be a piece of cake!
Why should I rent an East County car with Expedia?
There are lots of reasons to book your wheels with Expedia. We have suppliers to take your pick of in East County, and we'll get you the cheapest price with our member prices and exclusive offers. Love to save even more? Bundle your car, hotels and flights into a package. The more you book and travel with Expedia, the bigger the benefits!
How do I find the best car rental deals in East County with Expedia?
Getting the best deal on your East County rental car is a piece of cake with Expedia. Choose your preferred car type, add some details and compare prices from top suppliers. Why not add flights and hotels to your booking? You'll unlock terrific discounts when you create a vacation package.
How old do you have to be to rent a car in East County?
Anyone with a valid driver's license 21 and above can rent a car in East County. While some outlets may be willing to accommodate drivers younger than 21, you can expect additional fees. Find out what ages the young renter fee applies to, and what it costs, before booking your ride. Companies also restrict the categories of cars available to young drivers. Higher limits are in place for large vehicles like premium SUVs and luxury models.
What do you need to rent a car in East County?
Renting a car in East County is a breeze. Usually, all you'll need is a valid driver's license and a credit card in your name. After choosing your favorite set of wheels, look up the terms and conditions to make sure there are no additional requirements prior to your scheduled pickup.
Can I rent a car for a month or longer in East County?
Whether you're planning to stop in East County or discover what's beyond, you can reserve a long-term rental with Expedia. Enter your trip information and pick-up/drop-off locations and we'll help you find affordable long-term car rental deals.
Where can I find an East County car rental if I am younger than 25?
This depends on the car rental companies that operate in East County. They often have different age policies. If you've found an outlet that does cater to drivers under 25 years of age, bear in mind that extra costs may apply. Do some research into what those charges could be before booking your rental car.
What insurance should I choose for my car rental in East County?
You'll want to have collision protection to cover your East County car rental against theft, accident damage and vandalism. And with Expedia, it's easy to purchase this insurance for your vehicle at the time of booking. Providing up to $35,000 in primary coverage, it also offers 24-hour emergency support and no deductible should you need to make a claim. Have your plans changed? If you cancel your policy before your scheduled collection time, you'll receive a 100 percent refund.

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Renting a car in East County

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Expected prices in East County

Prices are subject to seasonal change depending on when you decide to arrange your car rental but right now you can book from $42.

Flexibility & Cancellation

Most car suppliers offer penalty-free cancellations, so you don’t have to worry about losing money if your plans change. To cancel your booking log into your account through the Trips portal. Click manage booking and cancel this car. If you needed to alter your booking, then you can create a new one once you have canceled.

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