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KAYAK’s insights & trends for La Mesa car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in La Mesa with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in La Mesa?

You should book your car hire in La Mesa around 53 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in La Mesa?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Hertz (R34,58/day), Dollar (R35,66/day), and Thrifty (R45,47/day). The cheapest car hire price was found at Hertz 8355 Hercules Dr (1,0 km from city centre).

What is the most popular car to hire in La Mesa?

Hires in the Medium category (Toyota Corolla or similar) are the most popular option in La Mesa, costing R620/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as R569/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in La Mesa?

The cheapest month to hire a car in La Mesa is February at an average cost of R488/day. March is the most expensive month to hire a car in La Mesa when prices are R829/day on average, which tends to be 2 023% above the yearly average hire price for La Mesa.

Which car hire company in La Mesa has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Dollar each operate 2 locations in La Mesa, more than any other car hire company.

La Mesa car hire price comparison by vehicle type

Find the right car hire in La Mesa by comparing prices across vehicle types.

Small cars

R341 - R950

All Car Types

R644 - R1 221

How much does it cost to hire a small car in La Mesa?

How much does it cost to hire a medium car in La Mesa?

How much does it cost to hire a large car in La Mesa?

How much does it cost to hire an SUV in La Mesa?

How much does it cost to hire a van in La Mesa?

How much does it cost to hire a pickup truck in La Mesa?

Small car hire in La Mesa typically costs around R507 per day. The best time to book is October, when prices average R341 per day, which is about 33% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 43% cheaper than the average car hire in La Mesa, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.

Medium car hire in La Mesa typically costs around R566 per day. The best time to book is June, when prices average R357 per day, which is about 37% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 37% cheaper than the average car hire in La Mesa, offering a good balance of space and value.

Large car hire in La Mesa typically cost around R592 per day. The best time to book is June, when prices average R325 per day, which is about 46% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 34% cheaper than the average car hire in La Mesa, offering more comfort for longer trips at a reasonable price.

SUV hire in La Mesa typically costs around R937 per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average R609 per day, which is about 36% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 6% more expensive than the average car hire in La Mesa but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.

Van hire in La Mesa typically costs around R1 740 per day. The best time to book is October, when prices average R926 per day, which is about 47% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 50% more expensive than the average car hire in La Mesa but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.

Pickup truck hire in La Mesa typically costs around R995 per day. The best time to book is June, when prices average R503 per day, which is about 50% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are typically 12% more expensive than the average car hire in La Mesa but are ideal for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.

Good to know

Most popular car type

Medium

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in La Mesa

  • It’s in your best interest to rent a vehicle from a reliable La Mesa car rental if you’d like to visit a majority of the fun destinations in this city. This is because, with one, you can easily move from one destination to another directly. In contrast, on a bus, you may have to stop over or transfer, both of which are time-consuming. Some of the top sights in and on the outskirts of La Mesa you can drive to include Mission Trails Regional Park, an expansive recreational area with trails; San Pasqual Winery Tasting Room & Gallery, a top-notch winery that offers exclusive wine tasting; Water Conservation Garden, an outdoor green space that boasts a variety of flowering plants; and Sweetwater Reservoir, a well-maintained reservoir suitable for fishing.
  • San Diego Airport is La Mesa’s primary air transit station. If you’d like to rent a car once you land at the airport, you’ll be happy to hear that car rentals in La Mesa, such as Enterprise, Hertz, Budget, and Avis, have counters in the airport’s off-site car rental facility. The facility is accessible by a free shuttles service. You should head to the airport’s Ground Transportation Area to board one of these shuttles.
  • You’ll find driving your car rental in La Mesa a walk in the park, given that La Mesa boasts wide roads with proper road signage and pedestrian and cyclist paths. However, when on this city’s roads, it’s advisable to keep an eye out for your surroundings, drive at a low speed, cut out distractions, stay in line behind a slower car instead of abruptly changing lanes, and stay safely distant from the vehicles around you. Observing these defensive driving techniques is essential, given that not all La Mesa pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers follow traffic rules.
  • Many La Mesa residents are dependent on their cars to move around. Thus, La Mesa tends to experience slight traffic congestion. In the morning, the traffic congestion is usually from about 7:00 am to 9:00 am, while in the evening, it occurs from about 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. All car rentals in Mesa offer GPS navigation systems. Using such a system, you can easily identify routes with little traffic. Hence, when renting a car, request a GPS navigation system.
  • Small hire cars in La Mesa are around 42% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in La Mesa

  • Which car hire agencies are at San Diego airport (SAN)?

    The only car hire company onsite at San Diego airport is Budget.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at San Diego airport (SAN)?

    The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from San Diego airport to off-airport locations is Budget.

  • How can I find car hires near me in La Mesa?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Medium car hire cost in La Mesa?

    A Medium car hire in La Mesa costs R641 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Small car hire cost in La Mesa?

    A Small car hire in La Mesa costs R415 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in La Mesa?

    Car rentals in La Mesa offer a variety of vehicles. At your preferred car rental, you can easily get an economy rental, a compact rental, an intermediate rental, a standard rental, a premium rental, a convertible, or a standard, compact, or intermediate SUV. Your rental car should be spacious enough to fit you, your companions, and your luggage. If you plan on traveling in your rental car alone or with one other individual, renting an economy rental would be wise. On the other hand, if you intend to travel with up to four other individuals, renting a standard, premium, or intermediate rental is advisable. The rental car you choose should also be capable of smoothly reaching the destinations you plan on visiting. Therefore, if you plan on driving to off-road destinations, you should rent an SUV.

  • What’s the speed limit in La Mesa?

    Different parts of La Mesa have different speed limits. If you’re on a road that passes through an urban, residential, school, or construction zone, you’re required not to exceed 25 mph. In contrast, if you’re on one of the highways heading out and into the city, you must not exceed 65 mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in La Mesa?

    There are several spots to park in La Mesa. If you’re around Fletcher Parkway, Alvarado Road, and Amaya Drive, you can park your car at 8125 Fletcher Parkway Parking, 7241 Alvarado Road Parking, and 6669 Amaya Drive Parking, respectively. On the other hand, if you’re around Murray Drive, you can leave it at Park & Ride #22 Lot.

La Mesa car rental reviews and directory

 
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Hertz

10,0

Wonderful

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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

3 locations in La Mesa

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6828 Federal Boulevard

+1 619 583 1569

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
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Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

7601 Alvarado Road

+1 619 469 1834

Monday08:00 - 12:3013:30 - 17:00
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8355 Hercules Dr

+1 619 469 1834

Monday07:30 - 18:00
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10,0 Wonderful

Thomas, Jan 2022

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truck was not clean or fueled when I picked it up.

1 out of 1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

8.0

2 locations in La Mesa

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7370 Broadway

+1 619 460 6646

Monday08:00 - 12:30
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8323 Hercules St.

+1 619 698 2505

Monday07:30 - 18:00
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2,0 Poor

Jason, Nov 2025

Premium SUV

KAYAK
After dealing with a very rude associate, we had an appointment to pick up the rental car and had to wait 30 minutes for the car to be "cleaned". By the time we got it, it still had dirt all over it. This isn't an airport location. There was very little foot traffic and there were only 2 other customers, no excuse for the behavior or lack of professionalism

1 out of 1

Dollar

5,3

Fair

2 locations in La Mesa

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7601 Alvarado Road

+1 619 469 1834

Monday13:30 - 17:0008:00 - 12:30
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Thursday08:00 - 12:3013:30 - 17:00
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761 Arnele Avenue Ste 5

+1 619 401 5980

Monday08:00 - 12:30
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Thrifty

5,2

Fair

One location in La Mesa

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7601 Alvarado Road

+1 619 469 1834

Monday13:30 - 17:0008:00 - 12:30
Tuesday13:30 - 17:0008:00 - 12:30
Wednesday08:00 - 12:3013:30 - 17:00
Thursday13:30 - 17:0008:00 - 12:30
Friday13:30 - 17:0008:00 - 12:30

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CarWiz

3,3

Poor

Cleanliness

4.1

Comfort

3.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

3.4

Value for money

3.6

One location in La Mesa

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6155 El Cajon Boulevard

+1 833 675 2070

Monday08:00 - 12:30
Tuesday08:00 - 12:30
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Thursday08:00 - 12:30
Friday08:00 - 12:30
Saturday08:00 - 12:30
Sunday08:00 - 12:30

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Rent-4-Less

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One location in La Mesa

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1110 El Cajon Blvd

(619) 444-3944

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2 travellers who hired a car in La Mesa gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5,0

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La Mesa car hire information

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