WHY RENT A CAR FROM SAN DIEGO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (SAN)?

Whether you’re travelling for business or leisure, car rental from SAN airport gives you freedom. Discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace, stop when you want or take a road trip and explore.

Fox cheap car rental at San Diego airport is the ideal solution for a hassle-free trip, wherever you want to go.

Are you taking a one-way trip? No problem. You can start your car rental from SAN airport and drop it at one of our many stations located across the US. Geographic restrictions may apply.

The choice is yours when you rent a car from SAN airport.

WHY RENT WITH FOX?

When you rent with Fox, you can be confident you’re getting the best price on a car rental. You’ll get the vehicle you want at a price you’ll love.

Have you always dreamed of driving a sports car, want to impress with a luxury vehicle or want to try out an SUV (sports utility vehicle) before you buy? Whatever your reason for renting a car, Fox offers:

• low rates
• exclusive deals added daily
• fast and easy booking
• wide selection of cars to rent
• one way rental
• young driver rental (from age 19)
• rental stations throughout the US and the world

DRIVING TIPS FOR SAN DIEGO

You’ll need more than a weekend to discover the incredible sights of San Diego, and a car rental from San Diego airport is the ideal way to get around. Follow these tips and driving in San Diego will be a breeze:

• Plan your trips to avoid driving back and forth around the city. Traffic can be heavy, and a 30-minute journey can take a couple of hours if you hit the city in rush hour (6.30 a.m. – 8.30 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. - 6.30 p.m.)
• Driving on the freeway can be challenging – keep in lanes 2 and 3 as lane 1 (on the left) is the fast lane and best avoided if you’re not used to the San Diego traffic.
• Make sure you know which exit to take off the freeway and enter lane 4 in plenty of time or you could get stuck in an outside lane and miss the exit.
• The famous Highway 101, the Pacific Coast Highway runs from San Diego to Oregon. You’ll find 70 miles of beaches and coastal roads on the San Diego stretch.
• Watch out for freight trucks on the I-5, which runs from Mexico to Canada. Pass them when you can as having one of these trucks cruising behind you can be intimidating.
• Parking in San Diego can be expensive so leaving your rental car on the outskirts and using a rideshare app is the best option if you want to save money.
• Keep to the speed limit, which is 65 mph on most freeways and 55 mph on 2-lane highways.

WHAT IS THERE TO DO IN SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA?

San Diego, California has one of the most temperate climates in the country. Known for its mild weather year-round, San Diego is a rare city that gives you the California experience of a big city, yet sprawled in and around hills surrounded by the Pacific Ocean and inland greenery. From San Diego, you’re only 2-3 hours away from skiing, desert and downtown Los Angeles, making it a good base for your visit to California.

When you visit San Diego, you’ll have many options of things to do. Here are a few suggestions to start with:

• Museums – San Diego is home to many museums, with Balboa Park being a central location to around 17 different types of historical buildings including the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center and the San Diego Museum of Art . The USS Midway is also available to tour, just to the side of Seaport Village, a mecca of shopping, food and relaxed strolls along the bay.
• Water sports and activities – San Diego has year-round opportunities for water activities, from sailing, jet skis and parasailing to themed yacht and boat cruises around the bay and beneath the bridges. If laying next to the water and observing is more your style, that is always an option, too, as many beaches surround the area; be ready to share with wildlife and photograph the amazing sea life.
• Amusement parks and family fun – Sea World is located in downtown San Diego, not far from the Gas Lamp area, Paradise Point and the boardwalk. While you’ll need to drive to get to Sea World, much of the area allows for parking and walking or shuttling between your hotel and venues. San Diego Zoo and the wild animal park are a little more outlying from central San Diego, but both are well worth the few minutes on the road.
• Restaurants and nightlife – Downtown San Diego is full of history, from the “haunted” Whaley Museum to boutiques, quaint hotels and unique restaurants to suit all of your foodie needs from morning to night. Parking can be tight so keep an eye out for public parking lots that rent you space by the day. There are also areas to enjoy a picnic and breathtaking views.

If you want to make the most of your trip, a cheap car rental from San Diego airport is the best way to explore this dynamic part of California.