Cheap Car Rental in La Mesa, USA

Cheap car rental in La Mesa, USA

We have no fresh offers in La Mesa yet. Prices and availability change daily, so search your dates to see today's cars and prices.

Nearest desks with offers

San Diego 900 F Street Suite 167 · 15 km · from $19 per day
San Diego County Center · 15 km · from $42 per day
San Diego Port · 16 km · from $94 per day

Car rental prices near La Mesa by car type

Class	Typical cars	Suppliers	From / day	Typical / day
Economy	Chevrolet Spark, Mitsubishi Mirage, Hyundai Accent	14	$42	$87
Compact	Nissan Versa, Kia Soul, Kia Niro Electric	17	$42	$92
Intermediate	Toyota Corolla, Hyundai Elantra, Volkswagen Jetta	17	$45	$95
Standard	Volkswagen Jetta, Nissan Altima, Toyota Corolla	15	$50	$97
Full size	Chevrolet Malibu, Toyota Camry, Chevrolet Impala	13	$47	$95
Small SUV	Jeep Renegade, Buick Encore, Nissan Rogue	12	$47	$97
Medium SUV	Toyota Rav4, Hyundai Santa Fe, BMW X3	16	$54	$103
Large SUV	Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, Ford Expedition	13	$97	$153
SUV	Chevrolet Bolt ELECTRIC, Ford Flex	4	$35
Minivan	Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, Nissan Quest	13	$90	$129
7-seat minivan	Dodge Grand Caravan	1	$63
12-passenger van	Ford Transit Passengervan	2	$146
15-passenger van	Chevrolet Express, Ford Transit, Ford Transit Passengervan	6	$146	$194
Luxury	Chrysler 300, Audi A4, Dodge Challenger RT	10	$84	$136
Premium	Nissan Maxima, BMW 5 Series, Chevrolet Impala	10	$83	$123
Exotic	Chevrolet Corvette	1	$212
Convertible	Ford Mustang Convertible, BMW 4 Series Convertible, Jeep Wrangler	9	$65	$156
Small or medium truck	Nissan Frontier, Toyota Tacoma, Ford F-150	7	$51	$113
Large truck	Dodge Ram, Chevrolet Silverado	4	$69

The from price is among the lowest prices seen. Half of the offers were cheaper than the typical price. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Dollar

Ford Fiesta

or similar

5 seats
2 bags
Automatic transmission
Air conditioning

from $42/day

Thrifty

Chevrolet Spark

or similar

5 seats
2 bags
Automatic transmission
Air conditioning

from $42/day

Dollar

Nissan Versa

or similar

5 seats
3 bags
Automatic transmission
Air conditioning

from $42/day

Thrifty

Ford Focus

or similar

5 seats
3 bags
Automatic transmission
Air conditioning

from $42/day

Budget

Hyundai Venue

or similar

5 seats
2 bags
Automatic transmission
Air conditioning

from $45/day

Avis

Kia Rio

or similar

5 seats
2 bags
Automatic transmission
Air conditioning

from $45/day

Budget

Kia Soul

or similar

5 seats
3 bags
Automatic transmission
Air conditioning

from $45/day

Toyota Yaris

or similar

5 seats
2 bags
Automatic transmission
Air conditioning

from $52/day

Car rental companies near La Mesa

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Sep 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Alamo

Free shuttle bus 9 min wait Credit and debit cards

9.1

Excellent 5000+ reviews

from $64/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.9 Cleanliness 9.2 Service at the rental desk 9.0 Pick-up process 9.1 Drop-off process 9.5

Included in the price

Theft protection (TP)
Third-party liability (TPL)
Glass and tire waiver
Taxes
Airport fee
Breakdown assistance

Policies

Free tank
Unlimited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Winter tires

Office

Alamo at San Diego 900 F Street Suite 167
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, 92101, CA
8337631741

National

Free shuttle bus 23 min wait Credit and debit cards

8.7

Excellent 500+ reviews

from $118/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.8 Pick-up process 8.6 Drop-off process 9.0

Included in the price

Theft protection (TP)
Third-party liability (TPL)
Airport fee
Breakdown assistance
Taxes

Policies

Full to full
Unlimited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

National at San Diego 900 F Street Suite 167
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, 92101, CA
8337631740

Fox

Free shuttle bus 60 min wait Credit card only

8.5

Excellent 2000+ reviews

from $68/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 9.0 Cleanliness 9.1 Service at the rental desk 7.5 Pick-up process 8.1 Drop-off process 9.0

Policies

Limited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Office

Fox at San Diego 900 F Street Suite 167
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA 92101, CA
8558494203 / (619)432-0620

Enterprise

22 min wait Credit and debit cards

8.3

Excellent 2000+ reviews

from $70/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.9 Cleanliness 8.3 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.2 Drop-off process 8.8

Policies

Unlimited mileage on selected cars
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Enterprise at San Diego 900 F Street Suite 167
2942 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, 92101 1111, CA
6192947774

Sixt

Free shuttle bus 13 min wait Credit and debit cards

8.0

Very good 2000+ reviews

from $72/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.7 Cleanliness 8.9 Service at the rental desk 9.0 Pick-up process 7.1 Drop-off process 7.4

Included in the price

Theft protection (TP)
Third-party liability (TPL)
Airport fee
Taxes

Policies

Full to full
Unlimited mileage on selected cars
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Sixt at San Diego 900 F Street Suite 167
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, 92101-1100, CA
+18887498227

Dollar

12 min wait Credit and debit cards

7.9

Very good 5000+ reviews

from $50/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.3 Cleanliness 8.0 Service at the rental desk 7.8 Pick-up process 7.8 Drop-off process 9.0

Included in the price

Theft protection (TP)
Third-party liability (TPL)
Glass and tire waiver
Airport fee
Breakdown assistance

Policies

Free tank
Unlimited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Additional driver

Office

Dollar at San Diego 900 F Street Suite 167
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, CA, United States, 92101
(866) 434-2226

Europcar

Daily 00:00–00:30, 07:00–23:59 15 min wait Credit card only

7.9

Very good 250+ reviews

from $110/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.5 Cleanliness 7.7 Service at the rental desk 8.0 Pick-up process 7.9 Drop-off process 8.5

Included in the price

Theft protection (TP)
Third-party liability (TPL)
Airport fee

Policies

Same to same
Unlimited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Europcar at San Diego Airport
Please Go To Fox Counter 3355 Admiral Boland Way, 3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, 92101, CA
1 619 4320620

Hertz

18 min wait Credit card only

7.5

Very good 2000+ reviews

from $45/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.2 Cleanliness 7.8 Service at the rental desk 7.3 Pick-up process 7.0 Drop-off process 8.4

Policies

Unlimited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Hertz in San Diego County Center
3338 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, Ca, 92101, CA
6195578499

Budget

Free shuttle bus 16 min wait Credit card only

7.4

Very good 10000+ reviews

from $104/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.8 Cleanliness 7.2 Service at the rental desk 7.4 Pick-up process 6.6 Drop-off process 9.0

Included in the price

Theft protection (TP)
Third-party liability (TPL)
Glass and tire waiver
Airport fee

Policies

Unlimited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Budget at San Diego 900 F Street Suite 167
3355 Admiral Boland Way Lindbergh Field Apo Ste R176, San Diego, 92101, CA
619-680-4949

Avis

18 min wait Credit card only

7.1

Very good 5000+ reviews

from $123/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.8 Cleanliness 6.9 Service at the rental desk 7.2 Pick-up process 6.8 Drop-off process 8.2

Included in the price

Theft protection (TP)
Third-party liability (TPL)
Glass and tire waiver
Airport fee

Policies

Full to full
Unlimited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Avis at San Diego 900 F Street Suite 167
1670 Kettner Boulevard Suite 1 Downtown San Diego, San Diego, 92101, CA
619-231-7137

Thrifty

15 min wait Credit and debit cards

6.8

Good 5000+ reviews

from $69/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.3 Cleanliness 7.5 Service at the rental desk 6.4 Pick-up process 6.0 Drop-off process 7.8

Included in the price

Theft protection (TP)
Third-party liability (TPL)
Glass and tire waiver
Airport fee

Policies

Fully charged
Unlimited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Thrifty at San Diego 900 F Street Suite 167
1120 West Laurel Street, San Diego, CA, United States, 92101
(619) 557-8499

Mex

In the terminal Open 24 hours 13 min wait CDW included Credit card only

6.8

Good 100+ reviews

from $54/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.2 Cleanliness 7.6 Service at the rental desk 6.7 Pick-up process 6.4 Drop-off process 7.1

Included in the price

Collision damage waiver (CDW)
Theft protection (TP)
Airport fee
Breakdown assistance
Taxes

Policies

Full to full
Unlimited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Child seat

Office

Mex at Tijuana Airport Cbx Terminal
2745 Otay Pacific Drive, Cbx Cross Border Xpress, San Diego, CA, US, 92154
619-591-9150

Payless

Free shuttle bus 15 min wait Credit card only

6.0

Average 1000+ reviews

from $58/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 4.6 Cleanliness 7.0 Service at the rental desk 5.0 Pick-up process 5.2 Drop-off process 8.2

Policies

Unlimited mileage
Cancellation fee $130

Office

Payless at San Diego 900 F Street Suite 167
3355 Admiral Boland Way, San Diego, 92101, CA
619-296-4966

Economy

Free shuttle bus 30 min wait Credit card only

6.0

Average 250+ reviews

from $422/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 5.7 Cleanliness 7.2 Service at the rental desk 6.3 Pick-up process 5.8 Drop-off process 5.3

Policies

Limited mileage
Cancellation fee $130

Office

Economy in San Diego County Center
2367 India Street, San Diego, CA, USA, 92101
619 546 4200

NU

Free shuttle bus 16 min wait Credit card only

4.6

Poor 500+ reviews

from $19/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 3.4 Cleanliness 5.6 Service at the rental desk 4.4 Pick-up process 3.6 Drop-off process 6.0

Policies

Unlimited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Office

NU at San Diego 900 F Street Suite 167
2263 Pacific Highway, San Diego, 92101, CA
844-270-2377

Green Motion

Free shuttle bus 12 min wait Credit card only

3.6

Poor 500+ reviews

from $25/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 2.9 Cleanliness 4.3 Service at the rental desk 3.4 Pick-up process 3.0 Drop-off process 4.6

Policies

Full to full
Unlimited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Pre-registration available

Office

Green Motion at San Diego 900 F Street Suite 167
San Diego Airport, 2263 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA
424-296-3112

U-Save

14 min wait CDW included Credit card only

3.2

Poor 50+ reviews

from $30/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 2.6 Cleanliness 4.2 Service at the rental desk 2.5 Pick-up process 2.6 Drop-off process 4.2

Included in the price

Collision damage waiver (CDW)
Theft protection (TP)
Deductible from $2 500

Policies

Full to full
Unlimited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Pre-registration available

Office

U-Save at San Diego 900 F Street Suite 167
2263 Pacific Highway, San Diego, 92101, CA
4242963112

Rental conditions in La Mesa

Based on 17 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Sep 2026.

Driver age	Minimum age 21. Drivers under 26 pay $19 a day extra (Mex).
Debit card	Accepted by 6 of 17 suppliers: Alamo, National, Enterprise, Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty.
Credit card	Usually required, in the main driver's name. 11 of 17 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage	Unlimited at all 15 suppliers that list a mileage policy. The other 2 do not list one.
Transmission	All cars are automatic.
Electric and hybrid	Toyota Prius Hybrid, Chevrolet Bolt ELECTRIC, Kia Niro Electric and Tesla Model 3 Long Range, from $35 a day.
Cancellation	Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 15 suppliers. Cancellation fee: Payless $130, Economy $130.
Insurance included	Theft protection (TP) (10 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (8 suppliers), Glass and tire waiver (5 suppliers). Deductible: $2 500.
Included in the price	Airport fee, Taxes, Breakdown assistance
Free additional driver	Alamo, National and Enterprise
Extras	Child seat (11 suppliers), GPS (10 suppliers), Infant seat (10 suppliers), Booster seat (10 suppliers), Ski rack (5 suppliers), Winter tires (2 suppliers)
Special offers	Pre-registration available (7 suppliers), Free additional driver (3 suppliers), Special discount (1 supplier)

Driving in the USA: drive on the right · 0.08% blood alcohol (0.05% in Utah) · 0.02% for new drivers. Driving rules

Where to pick up

Pick-up point	Type	Suppliers	From / day	Average wait
San Diego 900 F Street Suite 167 · 15 km	City office	13	$19	19 min
San Diego County Center · 15 km	City office	10	$42	18 min
San Diego Port · 16 km	City office	1	$94	9 min
North Chula Vista · 16 km	City office	1	$80	21 min
San Diego 9292 Miramar Rd # 28 · 17 km	City office	2	$135	16 min
San Diego Airport · 17 km	Airport	16	$20	17 min
Chula Vista - · 17 km	City office	1	$80	18 min
Poway Downtown · 20 km	City office	2	$79	20 min
Chula Vista, Ca Dsh Dollar Chula Vista · 20 km	City office	1	$65	14 min
Tijuana Airport Cbx Terminal · 25 km	Airport	3	$54	15 min

Near La Mesa

Airports & stations

San Diego Airport (SAN) 17 km
La Jolla MCAS Miramar (NKX) 21 km
Tijuana Airport Cbx Terminal (TIJ) 25 km

Cities

Lemon Grove 4 km
El Cajon 6 km
Santee 8 km
National City 13 km
Chula Vista 16 km
Coronado 18 km

Show all 11

Poway 21 km
La Jolla 25 km
Del Mar 31 km
Solana Beach 34 km
Escondido 39 km

All car rental locations in San Diego

Car rental in La Mesa: what to expect

Open 24 hours: Mex. Customers report an average wait at the desk from 9 min at Alamo to 60 min at Fox.

For a small car, NU is the cheapest at about $19 a day and is rated 4.6 out of 10. Alamo is rated 9.1 and costs about $79.

100% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 15 suppliers that list a mileage policy. The minimum driver age is 21, and drivers under 26 pay from $19 a day extra. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

Car rental in La Mesa: FAQ

Where do I pick up my rental car in La Mesa?

It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page. Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in La Mesa and return it somewhere else?

Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in La Mesa?

The minimum age to rent a car in La Mesa is usually 21, although some companies accept drivers from 18 and others require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year.

Can I rent a car in La Mesa with a debit card?

Rental companies in La Mesa typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

What fuel policy do rental companies use in La Mesa?

The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in La Mesa are:

Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee.
Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

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