Carlsbad

Cheap Car Rentals in Carlsbad, NM from $68

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 4/4 and drop-off date of 4/7. 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 March 25, 2025.

January

$95

February

$82

March

$70

April

$65

May

$63

June

$73

July

$83

August

$95

September

$66

October

$116

November

$82

December

$72

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Carlsbad is May. 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 March 25, 2025.

Small cars

$52 - $129

All Car Types

$57 - $121

To rent a small car in Carlsbad, the United States, you would pay an average price of $67/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 23% 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 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. Here are the best Carlsbad small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Carlsbad, the United States, you would pay an average price of $76/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Carlsbad, the United States (~$57/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$138/day). In fact, January is about 25% 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 15% 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. Here are the best Carlsbad medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Carlsbad, the United States, you would pay an average price of $77/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 (~$110/day). In fact, April is about 49% 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 13% 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. Here are the best Carlsbad large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Carlsbad, the United States, you would pay an average price of $76/day. January 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, January is about 25% 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 15% 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. Here are the best Carlsbad SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Carlsbad, the United States, you would pay an average price of $107/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 26% 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 17% 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. Here are the best Carlsbad van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris$82/day
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Toyota Yaris
Chevrolet Spark$82/day
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Chevrolet Spark

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 March 25, 2025.
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

Best Carlsbad, NM car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Carlsbad, NM. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 7 rental car agencies in Carlsbad, NM with an average daily rate of $93. Data was last updated on March 25, 2025.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in Carlsbad. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Mazda CX-5$68/day
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Mazda CX-5
Jeep Grand Cherokee$72/day
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Jeep Grand Cherokee
Toyota Corolla$82/day
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Toyota Corolla

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 March 25, 2025.
  • 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 Turo?

    Turo is one of the most popular car rental companies in Carlsbad, offering car rentals for around $749 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.

  • How much is a car rental in Carlsbad for a weekend?

    $0 is typically the average cost for a rental car for the weekend in Carlsbad, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when traveling to Carlsbad, then opt for a Intermediate SUV rental vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of April, you can expect to find car rental prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0/day.

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 $180 per day. Price data was last updated on March 25, 2025.
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$178/day
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Kia Carnival
Dodge Journey$183/day
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Dodge Journey

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