El Cajon car rentals

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KAYAK’s insights & trends for El Cajon car rentals

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in El Cajon with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in El Cajon?

You should book your rental car in El Cajon around 44 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best rental car company in El Cajon?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in El Cajon are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9.4, 5 reviews), Avis (9.0, 2 reviews), and Hertz (8.9, 5 reviews).
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 9.4/10
Budget
Budget
Rated 6.0/10

What is the most popular rental car in El Cajon?

Supplier choice rentals (Class Special Car or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to rent in El Cajon. Supplier choice rentals in El Cajon cost C$ 33/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as C$ 32/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in El Cajon?

The cheapest month to rent a car in El Cajon is February at an average cost of C$ 41/day. July is the most expensive month to rent a car in El Cajon when prices are C$ 68/day on average, which tends to be 65% above the yearly average rental price for El Cajon.

What rental car company in El Cajon has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 3 locations in El Cajon, more than any other rental company.

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in El Cajon

  • 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.
  • Supplier choice rental cars in El Cajon are around 88% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in El Cajon

  • Which car rental companies are at San Diego airport (SAN)?

    Car rental companies onsite at San Diego airport include Thrifty, Economy Rent a Car, Payless, Budget, Sixt, U-Save, Europcar and Priceless.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at San Diego airport (SAN)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from San Diego airport to off-airport locations include Thrifty, Economy Rent a Car, Payless, Budget, Sixt, Europcar and Hertz.

  • 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$ 33 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$ 372 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

 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.8

Value for money

8.8

3 locations in El Cajon

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451 North Magnolia Ave

+1 619 444 4744

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

8323 Hercules St.

+1 619 698 2505

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

8795 Cuyamaca St

+1 619 449 2077

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Apr 2025

Minivan

KAYAK
Everything was smooth and staff was nice.

10.0 Wonderful

Abdul, Apr 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Best customer service from the Santee Store. The store manager really took care of me. I don't mind paying more for great service. Great job gentlemen. Keep up the great service. These men deserve a raise.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

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.

1 out of 2

Avis

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

9.0

One location in El Cajon

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163 Fletcher Parkway

+1 619 401 0732

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Pick-up truck

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Needed a truck for work and they gave me a nice Jeep Gladiator. It was terrific!

1 out of 1

Hertz

8.9

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.3

Value for money

8.9

2 locations in El Cajon

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761 Arnele Avenue Ste 5

+1 619 401 5980

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

8355 Hercules Dr

+1 619 469 1834

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Michelle, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

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.

1 out of 2

Budget

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.0

Value for money

5.0

One location in El Cajon

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163 Fletcher Parkway

+1 619 401 0939

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Sep 2023

Minivan

KAYAK
bad service. dirty car. low tire signal

1 out of 1

Dollar

5.6

Fair

One location in El Cajon

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761 Arnele Avenue Ste 5

+1 619 401 5980

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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Thrifty

5.6

Fair

One location in El Cajon

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Locations in El Cajon

761 Arnele Avenue Ste 5

+1 619 401 5980

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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One location in El Cajon

Locations in El Cajon

1110 El Cajon Blvd

(619) 444-3944

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17 travellers who rented a car in El Cajon gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.6

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