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- For your movement convenience , you should consider getting a car rental in El Cajon. With your rented car, you will manage to visit any of your destinations within El Cajon in your own time and schedule. Your rented car from the car rentals in El Cajon will save you from the spotty public means of transport that requires you to comply with their route and time schedules. With your car rental, you may consider visiting Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center, along the town’s Rea Avenue to explore El Cajon’s premier cultural attractions or Heritage of the Americas Museum, where you will explore a display of Native American artifacts and the amazing animals’ fossilized remains.
- Most travelers to El Cajon, CA, will fly in through the San Diego International Airport (SAN / KSAN). Located about 4.4 miles from the city center, SAN is the closest airport serving El Cajon. To enjoy movement flexibility from SAN to the city center and its Downtowns, you can consider renting a car from any of the car rentals in El Cajon. At KSAN, you will access Avis, Alamo, SIXT, or Budget car rentals in the Consolidated Rental Car Center. The center is located at 3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego. From your terminal, you will board a free shuttle bus belonging to any of your preferred car rental to the car rental center.
- When driving your rented car in El Cajon, you should take note of the El Cajon Speed Traps and Stops. At the intersection of Fury Lane & Wieghorst, you are likely to experience a stop trap. On numerous occasions, a police CHP sits on the Wieghorst, about 250 feet from a three-way stop sign. The CHP will nail you down if you roll down the stop sign on the Fury’s downhill side. At the Fletcher Parkway, West of Cuyamaca Street, you may have an encounter with the motorcycle police officer with radar on the Buena Terrace if you intentionally or accidentally speed down the Fletcher Parkway.
- As a common practice across the world, most people would try to rush to work in the morning or rush home in the evening hours. This usually results in the morning and evening rush or commuter hours. In El Cajon, traffic is considered worse on freeway lanes between 6:30 am to 8:30 am and 4:30 pm to about 7 pm. This will, however, depend on the day or event that may change routine operations in the city, like the holidays or planned events that may attract masses to specific venues. For instance, during holidays and weekends, the traffic flow on the freeway lanes is relatively smooth. Other than rush hours, inclement weather in the winter season may renter some roads temporarily impassable, forcing traffic snarl-ups.
- Book your rental car in El Cajon at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Supplier choice rental cars in El Cajon are around 87% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in El Cajon
How much is gas price in El Cajon?
The average gas price in El Cajon is C$ 5.27 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 63 and C$ 84, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in El Cajon?
Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in El Cajon.
Which car rental companies are at San Diego airport (SAN)?
Car rental companies onsite at San Diego airport include Dollar, Fox, Avis, Economy Rent a Car, Europcar, Sixt, Payless, Alamo, Budget and York Car Rental.
How can I find car rentals near me in El Cajon?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Special car rental cost in El Cajon?
A Special car rental in El Cajon costs C$ 34 per day, on average.
How much does a Full Size car rental cost in El Cajon?
A Full Size car rental in El Cajon costs C$ 355 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in El Cajon?
An Intermediate car rental in El Cajon costs C$ 47 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in El Cajon?
If your destinations are located in busy business districts where parking and driving a larger-sized vehicle may be a hassle, consider renting an economy or compact car that can squeeze into limited spaces in the busy, congested streets. If the number of car users exceeds 4, an SUV or a minibus should be the best option.
What’s the speed limit in El Cajon?
When driving your rented car from El Cajon car rentals, you should observe the following speed limits. On the highways, maintain a speed limit of 65 mph. On a two-way undivided highway, maintain a 55 mph speed limit. When driving in the residential, playground, and school environments, a 25 mph speed limit is maintained.
Where are the best places to park in El Cajon?
If you miss a hotel with free onsite parking, you’ll have to budget for your parking. In El Cajon, some of the parking lots to consider reserving include; Gillepsie Field Station parking on Marshall Ave or the free El Cajon Library Parking Area in El Cajon, CA 92020.
El Cajon car rental reviews and directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
9.6
Wonderful
11 reviewsCleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.6
Value for money
8.6
4 locations in El Cajon
Locations in El Cajon
451 North Magnolia Ave
+1 619 444 4744
7370 Broadway
+1 619 460 6646
8323 Hercules St.
+1 619 698 2505
8795 Cuyamaca St
+1 619 449 2077
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10.0 Wonderful
Apr. 2024
8.0 Very good
Mar. 2021
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Everyone's nice and helpful!Cons:
They already know what I was renting, they could’ve have it ready. I waited for over an hour, past my scheduled pick up time.6.4 Okay
Jul. 2020
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I waited 50 minutes for my car . The car was given to me with 1/8 of a tank of gas .4.4 Mediocre
Dec. 2019
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The car was not ready until 90 minutes after our confirmed reservation time.10.0 Wonderful
Aug. 2019
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Staff was friendly and efficient10.0 Wonderful
Aug. 2023
Avis
9.0
Wonderful
2 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
9.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.0
Value for money
9.0
One location in El Cajon
Locations in El Cajon
163 Fletcher Parkway
+1 619 401 0732
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10.0 Wonderful
Nov. 2023
8.0 Very good
Apr. 2023
Hertz
8.9
Very good
8 reviewsCleanliness
8.9
Comfort
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.3
Value for money
8.9
3 locations in El Cajon
Locations in El Cajon
7601 Alvarado Road
+1 619 469 1834
761 Arnele Avenue Ste 5
+1 619 401 5980
8355 Hercules Dr
+1 619 469 1834
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Jan. 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Apr. 2021
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The staff was really friendly and helpful. They went above my expectations to make my experience memorable.Cons:
They forgot to show me where the button was to open the gas tank. But I was able to find it after some digging. Not a problem at all.7.6 Good
Sep. 2019
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Pickup and drop off was a little time consuming.10.0 Wonderful
Aug. 2022
10.0 Wonderful
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10.0 Wonderful
Sep. 2021
Budget
6.0
Okay
2 reviewsCleanliness
5.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.0
Value for money
5.0
One location in El Cajon
Locations in El Cajon
163 Fletcher Parkway
+1 619 401 0939
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4.0 Mediocre
Sep. 2023
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One location in El Cajon
Locations in El Cajon
1110 El Cajon Blvd
(619) 444-3944
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