Carlsbad

Cheap Car Rentals in Carlsbad, NM from $131

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Carlsbad with a pick-up date of 12/24 and drop-off date of 12/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Carlsbad?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Carlsbad, NM and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on December 18, 2024.

January

$46

February

$60

March

$74

April

$65

May

$61

June

$73

July

$83

August

$89

September

$66

October

$106

November

$82

December

$81

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Carlsbad is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is October. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Carlsbad, NM

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Carlsbad, NM to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on December 18, 2024.

Small cars

$52 - $129

All Car Types

$63 - $121

To rent a small car in Carlsbad, the United States, you would pay an average price of $79/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Carlsbad, the United States (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$129/day). In fact, May is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Carlsbad. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Carlsbad, renting a small car saves you 10% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a medium car in Carlsbad, the United States, you would pay an average price of $68/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Carlsbad, the United States (~$55/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$104/day). In fact, February is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Carlsbad. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Carlsbad, renting a medium car saves you 21% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a large car in Carlsbad, the United States, you would pay an average price of $71/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Carlsbad, the United States (~$40/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~$141/day). In fact, April is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Carlsbad. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Carlsbad, renting a large car saves you 18% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a SUV in Carlsbad, the United States, you would pay an average price of $65/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Carlsbad, the United States (~$57/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$145/day). In fact, February is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Carlsbad. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Carlsbad, renting a SUV saves you 25% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a van in Carlsbad, the United States, you would pay an average price of $96/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a van in Carlsbad, the United States (~$80/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~$177/day). In fact, February is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Carlsbad. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Carlsbad, renting a van is 10% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Carlsbad, NM

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Carlsbad, NM known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 7 car rental companies in Carlsbad, NM. Reviews were last updated on December 18, 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Carlsbad area such as National, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Easirent. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

National

1 location

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

2.6
Poor
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.6

Comfort

2.6

Overall

2.6

Pick-up/drop-off

2.6

Value

4.0

Easirent

2 locations

Sunnycars

2 locations

Avis

1 location

Budget

2 reviews1 location

Hertz

1 review1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Carlsbad, NM, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on December 18, 2024.
  • What are gas prices like in Carlsbad?

    The average gas price in Carlsbad is $3.41/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $40 and $58 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Carlsbad for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car is one of the most popular car rental companies in Carlsbad, offering car rentals for around $966 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Carlsbad?

    Typically how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Carlsbad however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What car do most people rent in Carlsbad?

    The most popular car to rent while in Carlsbad is the Mitsubishi Mirage, which is a Economy vehicle.

Van rentals in Carlsbad, NM

Find van rental deals in Carlsbad, NM from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Carlsbad, NM cost an average of $154 per day. Price data was last updated on December 18, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on van rentals in the Carlsbad area at the moment. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly adding new deals so check back soon if you're not finding the one right for you.
Kia Carnival$131/day
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Chrysler Town & Country$178/day
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