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  • 8.9 top rated · Alamo

A rental car here costs $117 a day on average, about $824 for a week. The most popular car class is SUV, at about $119 a day. Green Motion is the cheapest for a small car, about $36 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Oct 2026.

  • In the terminal: 7 · Free shuttle bus: 2
  • Free cancellation: 12 of 12
  • Debit card accepted: 4 of 12
  • Alamo
  • National
  • Avis
  • Enterprise
  • Sixt
  • Hertz
  • +6

Where to pick up in Tustin

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Orange County John Wayne Apt · 8 km Airport 12 $26 18 min
Orange County · 9 km City office 11 $45 22 min

Nearby, 10–50 km

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Anaheim 231 W Katella Ave · 10 km City office 3 $104 21 min
Anaheim Disneyland Ca · 11 km City office 2 $79 22 min
West Anaheim Downtown · 14 km City office 3 $32 15 min
Fullerton · 15 km City office 1 $79 23 min
Fullerton 729 W Commonwealth Ave · 17 km City office 1 $80 21 min
Corona · 29 km City office 1 $105 15 min
Long Beach Airport · 30 km Airport 7 $59 19 min
Eastvale Bellegrave Avenue · 37 km City office 2 $110 16 min
Ontario Airport · 42 km Airport 10 $34 19 min
Lake Elsinore 158 Campbell St. Unit C · 50 km City office 1 $63 18 min

Car rental prices in Tustin by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Economy Mitsubishi Mirage, Chevrolet Spark, Ford Fiesta 10 $46 $78
Compact Nissan Versa, Kia Niro Electric, Kia Soul 11 $46 $76
Intermediate Toyota Corolla, Toyota Prius Hybrid, Hyundai Elantra 12 $51 $85
Standard Volkswagen Jetta, Nissan Altima, Toyota Corolla 10 $52 $80
Full size Chevrolet Malibu, Toyota Camry, Infiniti Q50 10 $54 $82
Small SUV Buick Encore, Jeep Renegade, Mini Countryman 8 $60 $85
Medium SUV Toyota Rav4, Hyundai Santa Fe, BMW X3 11 $73 $96
Large SUV Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, Ford Expedition 11 $89 $136
SUV Ford Flex 2 $89
Minivan Dodge Grand Caravan, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango 9 $101 $118
7-seat minivan Dodge Grand Caravan 1 $69
12-passenger van Ford Transit Passengervan 2 $116
15-passenger van Chevrolet Express 3 $89
Luxury Dodge Challenger RT, Chrysler 300, Audi A4 9 $87 $130
Premium Nissan Maxima, Cadillac XT6, Chevrolet Impala 9 $78 $123
Exotic Chevrolet Corvette 1 $865
Special Ford Flex 2 $112
Convertible Ford Mustang Convertible, BMW 4 Series Convertible, Chevrolet Camaro Convertible 9 $99 $150
Small or medium truck Nissan Frontier, Toyota Tacoma, Ford F-150 8 $69 $91
Large truck Dodge Ram, Chevrolet Silverado 4 $68

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 Oct 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Chevrolet Aveo rental car in Tustin United Auto Rental

Chevrolet Aveo

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $46/day
Nissan Versa rental car in Tustin Green Motion

Nissan Versa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $46/day
Hyundai Accent rental car in Tustin Green Motion

Hyundai Accent

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $48/day
Mitsubishi Mirage rental car in Tustin Enterprise

Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $49/day
Hyundai Venue rental car in Tustin Budget

Hyundai Venue

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $64/day
Kia Soul rental car in Tustin Budget

Kia Soul

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $66/day
Kia Niro Electric rental car in Tustin Avis

Kia Niro Electric

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $67/day
Ford Fiesta rental car in Tustin Dollar

Ford Fiesta

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $69/day

Car rental companies in Tustin

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

Alamo

In the terminal 14 min wait Credit card only
8.9
Excellent 5000+ reviews
from $79/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.1 Cleanliness 9.2 Service at the rental desk 9.4 Pick-up process 9.0 Drop-off process 8.9

Included in the price

  • Airport fee
  • Taxes
  • Breakdown assistance

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Alamo at Orange County John Wayne Apt
19051 Airport Way North, Santa Ana, 92707, CA
8336792046

National

In the terminal 25 min wait Credit card only
8.7
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $93/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.5 Cleanliness 8.7 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.7 Drop-off process 9.1

Policies

  • 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 Orange County John Wayne Apt
19051 Airport Way North, Santa Ana, 92707, CA
8336792045

Avis

In the terminal 38 min wait Credit card only
8.7
Excellent 5000+ reviews
from $84/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 9.4 Service at the rental desk 8.0 Pick-up process 8.2 Drop-off process 9.8

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 Orange County John Wayne Apt
18601 Airport Way, Santa Ana, 92707, CA
949-660-5200

Enterprise

In the terminal Daily 06:00–23:30 21 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.4
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $120/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.9 Cleanliness 8.4 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.3 Drop-off process 8.8

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Enterprise at Orange County John Wayne Apt
18601 Airport Way, Santa Ana, 92707 5200, CA
8336591917

Sixt

In the terminal 20 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.3
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $66/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.8 Cleanliness 8.5 Service at the rental desk 8.5 Pick-up process 8.2 Drop-off process 8.8

Included in the price

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

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · GPS

Office

Sixt at Orange County John Wayne Apt
18601 Airport Way, Santa Ana, 92707-5200
+18887498227

Hertz

In the terminal 14 min wait Credit and debit cards
7.3
Very good 2000+ reviews
from $85/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.9 Cleanliness 7.7 Service at the rental desk 7.2 Pick-up process 6.7 Drop-off process 8.1

Included in the price

  • Taxes
  • Airport fee

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Hertz at Orange County John Wayne Apt
18601 Airport W. North, Santa Ana, Ca, Orange County, 92707, CA
9492246700

Dollar

15 min wait Credit and debit cards
6.8
Good 5000+ reviews
from $68/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.3 Cleanliness 7.5 Service at the rental desk 6.5 Pick-up process 6.0 Drop-off process 7.8

Included in the price

  • Taxes
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance

Policies

  • Full to full
  • 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 at Orange County John Wayne Apt
18601 Airport Way, Suite 71, Santa Ana, CA, United States, 92707
(866) 434-2226

Thrifty

Daily 06:00–23:00 16 min wait Credit and debit cards
6.7
Good 5000+ reviews
from $76/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.2 Cleanliness 7.4 Service at the rental desk 6.3 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
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Thrifty at Orange County John Wayne Apt
18601 North Airport Way, Santa Ana, CA, United States, 92707
(877) 283-0898

Budget

In the terminal 14 min wait Credit card only
5.9
Average 10000+ reviews
from $78/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 5.1 Cleanliness 6.7 Service at the rental desk 5.5 Pick-up process 5.8 Drop-off process 6.4

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

Budget at Orange County John Wayne Apt
18601 Airport Way - Ste 73, Santa Ana, 92707, CA
949-252-6240

U-Save

Mon–Fri 07:00–19:59 · Sat–Sun 07:00–16:59 14 min wait CDW included Credit card only
3.7
Poor 50+ reviews
from $26/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 3.1 Cleanliness 4.8 Service at the rental desk 3.0 Pick-up process 2.8 Drop-off process 4.9

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 Orange County John Wayne Apt
Atrium Hotel, 18700 MacArthur Blvd, Irvine, 92612, CA
001 949-752-6664

Green Motion

Free shuttle bus Daily 07:00–16:59 9 min wait Credit card only
3.1
Poor 500+ reviews
from $26/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 2.4 Cleanliness 4.0 Service at the rental desk 2.8 Pick-up process 2.2 Drop-off process 4.2

Policies

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

Office

Green Motion at Orange County John Wayne Apt
Atrium Hotel, 18700, MacArthur Blvd, Irvine, 92612, CA
001 949-752-6664

United Auto Rental

Free shuttle bus Credit card only
from $55/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 0.0 Cleanliness 0.0 Service at the rental desk 0.0 Pick-up process 0.0 Drop-off process 0.0

Policies

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

Office

United Auto Rental at Orange County John Wayne Apt
3931 Birch Street, Newport Beach, California(CA), United States, 92660
949-222-0222, 888-660-0101

Rental conditions in Tustin

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

Debit card Accepted by 4 of 12 suppliers: Sixt, Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 8 of 12 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at all 11 suppliers that list a mileage policy. The other 1 do not list one.
Transmission All cars are automatic.
Electric and hybrid Kia Niro Electric, Hyundai Ioniq 6, Toyota Prius Hybrid and Polestar 2, from $62 a day.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 12 suppliers.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (5 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (3 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (3 suppliers). Deductible: $2 500.
Included in the price Airport fee, Taxes, Breakdown assistance
One-way rental Allowed by 4 suppliers.
Extras GPS (9 suppliers), Infant seat (9 suppliers), Child seat (9 suppliers), Booster seat (9 suppliers), Ski rack (6 suppliers), Winter tires (3 suppliers)
Special offers Pre-registration available (7 suppliers)

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

Cities near Tustin

Car rental in Tustin: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 9 min at Green Motion to 38 min at Avis.

For a small car, Green Motion is the cheapest at about $26 a day and is rated 3.1 out of 10. Alamo is rated 8.9 and costs about $84.

100% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 11 suppliers that list a mileage policy. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

People who search here most often live in the USA, Taiwan and Ukraine. 6% of searches return the car elsewhere, most often at Larnaca Airport (LCA) and Los Angeles Airport (LAX). A typical rental lasts 6 days.

Car rental in Tustin: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Tustin?
Car rental in Tustin starts from $46 per day, and the average price is $117 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Oct 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $353 for a 3-day weekend and $824 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 in Tustin?
These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Tustin over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
  • SUV: $119 per day
  • Van: $144 per day
  • Compact: $77 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Oct 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 in Tustin?
These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Tustin over the last 12 months:
  • Enterprise, average price $147 per day
  • Dollar, average price $90 per day
  • Hertz, average price $105 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Oct 2026.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Tustin?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Tustin are:
  • Alamo: rated 9.7/10 by 5000+ customers, average price $132 per day
  • Dollar: rated 9.2/10 by 5000+ customers, average price $90 per day
  • National: rated 8.7/10 by 1000+ customers, average price $125 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 Oct 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Tustin?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Tustin are:
  • Green Motion: about $36 per day
  • U-Save: about $46 per day
  • United Auto Rental: about $55 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Oct 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 in Tustin?
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: Alamo, National and Avis
  • Free shuttle bus to the rental office: Green Motion and United Auto Rental
Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in Tustin 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. In Tustin, one-way rentals are offered by Sixt. 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 Tustin?
The minimum age to rent a car in Tustin 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 Tustin with a debit card?
Rental companies in Tustin 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 in Tustin: Dollar, Sixt and Thrifty. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Tustin offer unlimited mileage?
9 rental companies in Tustin include unlimited mileage on all cars, among them Alamo, Dollar and National. Sixt and Budget 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 in Tustin?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Tustin 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 Avis, Hertz, Green Motion and U-Save.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

Can I rent an electric or hybrid car in Tustin?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars in Tustin include Avis, Budget and Dollar. The cheapest is Budget, from $67 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 in Tustin?
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 in Tustin 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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