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Where to pick up near Santee

Rental desks in Santee have had no offers in the last 12 months. The nearest with offers is Poway Downtown, 15 km away.

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Poway Downtown · 15 km City office 2 $79 20 min
San Diego 9292 Miramar Rd # 28 · 16 km City office 2 $135 16 min
San Diego 900 F Street Suite 167 · 22 km City office 13 $19 19 min
San Diego County Center · 22 km City office 10 $42 18 min
San Diego Port · 23 km City office 1 $94 9 min
San Diego Airport · 24 km Airport 16 $20 17 min
North Chula Vista · 24 km City office 1 $80 21 min
Chula Vista - · 26 km City office 1 $80 18 min
Chula Vista, Ca Dsh Dollar Chula Vista · 29 km City office 1 $65 14 min
Tijuana Airport Cbx Terminal · 32 km Airport 3 $54 15 min

Car rental prices near Santee 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

Ford Fiesta rental car near Santee Dollar

Ford Fiesta

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $42/day
Chevrolet Spark rental car near Santee Thrifty

Chevrolet Spark

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $42/day
Nissan Versa rental car near Santee Dollar

Nissan Versa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $42/day
Ford Focus rental car near Santee Thrifty

Ford Focus

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $42/day
Hyundai Venue rental car near Santee Budget

Hyundai Venue

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $45/day
Kia Rio rental car near Santee Avis

Kia Rio

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $45/day
Kia Soul rental car near Santee Budget

Kia Soul

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $45/day
Toyota Yaris rental car near Santee NU

Toyota Yaris

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $52/day

Car rental companies near Santee

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

Enterprise

24 min wait Credit card only
8.6
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $79/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.2 Cleanliness 8.6 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.5 Drop-off process 8.9

Policies

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

Office

Enterprise in Poway Downtown
13027 Poway Rd, Poway, 92064 4519, CA
8587486900

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

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

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

Avis

17 min wait Credit card only
7.0
Good 5000+ reviews
from $135/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.7 Cleanliness 6.9 Service at the rental desk 6.9 Pick-up process 6.5 Drop-off process 8.1

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

San Diego 9292 Miramar Rd # 28
8720 Miramar Road, San Diego, 92126, CA
858-271-0018

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

Budget

14 min wait Credit card only
6.8
Good 10000+ reviews
from $135/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.6 Cleanliness 7.0 Service at the rental desk 6.6 Pick-up process 5.9 Drop-off process 8.1

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

San Diego 9292 Miramar Rd # 28
8720 Miramar Road, San Diego, 92126, CA
858-271-0035

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

Dollar

16 min wait Credit and debit cards
6.7
Good 5000+ reviews
from $198/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.2 Cleanliness 7.4 Service at the rental desk 6.4 Pick-up process 6.1 Drop-off process 7.6

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

Dollar in Poway Downtown
12963 Poway Road, Poway, CA, United States, 92064
(858) 679-0576

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 near Santee

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 5 of 17 suppliers: Alamo, National, Sixt, Thrifty and Dollar.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 12 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 Chevrolet Bolt ELECTRIC, 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) (7 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (5 suppliers), Glass and tire waiver (2 suppliers). Deductible: $2 500.
Included in the price Airport fee, Taxes, Breakdown assistance
Free additional driver Alamo, National and Enterprise
Extras Child seat (10 suppliers), GPS (9 suppliers), Infant seat (9 suppliers), Booster seat (9 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

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Car rental near Santee: 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.

People who search here most often live in the USA, Mexico and Israel. 9% of searches return the car elsewhere, most often at San Francisco Airport (SFO) and Los Angeles Airport (LAX). A typical rental lasts 6 days.

Car rental near Santee: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car near Santee?
Car rental near Santee starts from $35 per day, and the average price is $121 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $364 for a 3-day weekend and $849 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

What are the most popular types of rental cars near Santee?
These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL near Santee over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
  • Van: $149 per day
  • SUV: $130 per day
  • Convertible: $186 per day
  • Economy: $85 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. Smaller cars are usually the cheapest, while SUVs, vans and premium cars cost more but offer extra space and comfort.

Which car rental companies are the most popular near Santee?
These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL near Santee over the last 12 months:
  • Payless, average price $79 per day
  • Avis, average price $146 per day
  • NU, average price $155 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026.

Which car rental company has the best reviews near Santee?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies near Santee are:
  • National: rated 9.2/10 by 1000+ customers, average price $122 per day
  • Alamo: rated 9.1/10 by 5000+ customers, average price $113 per day
  • Enterprise: rated 8.6/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $140 per day
Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Sep 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company near Santee?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies near Santee are:
  • U-Save: about $32 per day
  • NU: about $54 per day
  • Mex: about $54 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car near Santee?
It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page.
  • Desk in or next to the terminal: Budget, Avis and Mex
  • Free shuttle bus to the rental office: National, Alamo and Sixt
Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car near Santee 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. Near Santee, one-way rentals are offered by Dollar, Thrifty and Budget. 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 near Santee?
The lowest minimum age among rental companies near Santee is 21, and some companies 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. Age rules for young drivers near Santee:
  • Alamo: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24
  • Mex: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 25

Can I rent a car near Santee with a debit card?
Rental companies near Santee 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. Companies that accept debit cards near Santee: National, Alamo, Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies near Santee offer unlimited mileage?
12 rental companies near Santee include unlimited mileage on all cars, among them National, Alamo and Hertz. Enterprise, Sixt and Green Motion offer it on some cars only. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use near Santee?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones near Santee 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. Offered by National, Alamo, Sixt, Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty, Avis, Green Motion, Mex and U-Save.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up. Offered by Europcar.

Can I rent an electric or hybrid car near Santee?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars near Santee include Dollar and Thrifty. The cheapest is Dollar, from $113 per day. Hybrids need no charging. With a fully electric car, check the charging options along your route and the company's charging policy before you set off.

What extras can I add to a car rental near Santee?
You can add extras when you book or at the rental desk:
  • Additional driver: another person can share the driving if they meet the same requirements as the main driver (age and a valid driving license). Most companies charge a daily fee, but near Santee Enterprise includes an additional driver for free.
  • GPS navigation, to find your way on unfamiliar roads
  • Child seats, infant seats and booster seats, which are required by law for young children in most countries
  • Extra insurance that lowers or removes the excess you pay if the car is damaged.
Extras are limited, so it's best to reserve them together with the car.

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