Car Rental San Francisco Airport (SFO)

Compare Top Car Rental Companies for San Francisco Airport

  • Hertz Hertz
  • Sixt Sixt
  • EuropCar EuropCar
  • Alamo Alamo
  • Thrifty Thrifty
  • National National
  • Ace Ace
  • Dollar Dollar
  • Fox Rent a Car Fox Rent a Car

Why book San Francisco Airport car rental with VIP Cars?

All Inclusive Pricing

Rent a car at San Francisco Airport with pricing inclusive of CDW, Theft Waiver & Unlimited Mileage.

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Leading car rental suppliers at San Francisco Airport - Hertz, Sixt, EuropCar, Alamo, Thrifty, National, Ace, Dollar, Fox Rent a Car

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Widest Fleet of Cars

Choose from Economy, Minivan, SUV & Luxury car rental deals for San Francisco Airport

Find Cheap Car Rental Deals at San Francisco Airport

Economy

Chevrolet Spark or similar

  • 4
  • 1
  • 4-5
Chevrolet Spark

USD 34.91/day

Standard/Intermediate

Kia K5 or similar

  • 5
  • 3
  • 4-5
Kia K5

USD 38.48/day

SUV

Nissan Rogue or similar

  • 5
  • 3
  • 4-5
Nissan Rogue

USD 40.39/day

Compact

Ford Focus or similar

  • 5
  • 3
  • 4-5
Ford Focus

USD 42.27/day

Fullsize

Chevrolet Malibu or similar

  • 5
  • 4
  • 4-5
Chevrolet Malibu

USD 44.89/day

Mini

Chevrolet Spark Hatchback or similar

  • 4
  • 2
  • 4-5
Chevrolet Spark Hatchback

USD 51.43/day

Luxury/Premium

Nissan Maxima or similar

  • 5
  • 3
  • 4-5
Nissan Maxima

USD 56.83/day

Van/Minivan

Chrysler Pacifica 7Pax or similar

  • 7
  • 2
  • 4-5
Chrysler Pacifica 7Pax

USD 58.72/day

Convertible

BMW 4 SERIES CONVERTIBLE or similar

  • 4
  • 1
  • 2
BMW 4 SERIES CONVERTIBLE

USD 74.34/day

Prices are on per day basis and are subject to change without notice.

Best Car Rental Companies at San Francisco Airport

Alamo

9.8 Very Good 500++ reviews

Staff Friendliness 9.8
Car Condition 9.8
Value for Money 9.6
Locating Supplier’s desk 9.8
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 9.8
Dollar

8.8 Very Good 100++ reviews

Staff Friendliness 8.8
Car Condition 9.2
Value for Money 9.0
Locating Supplier’s desk 8.6
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 8.4
National

9.8 Very Good 100++ reviews

Staff Friendliness 10.0
Car Condition 9.8
Value for Money 10.0
Locating Supplier’s desk 9.8
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 10.0
Sixt

9.8 Very Good 100++ reviews

Staff Friendliness 9.8
Car Condition 9.8
Value for Money 10.0
Locating Supplier’s desk 9.4
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 9.8
Fox

8.0 Very Good 100++ reviews

Staff Friendliness 8.6
Car Condition 8.6
Value for Money 7.4
Locating Supplier’s desk 8.4
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 6.4
Thrifty

9.8 Very Good 100++ reviews

Staff Friendliness 9.8
Car Condition 10.0
Value for Money 9.8
Locating Supplier’s desk 9.6
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 9.6

Cheap car rental San Francisco Airport


Searching for the cheapest car rental at San Francisco Airport? Book through VIPCars as we help you to compare prices through several suppliers on a single platform so you can book a deal at the best price. All you have to do is to fill in your travel details, compare with the help of filters, and book just within a few clicks. If you have any SFO Airport car rental related queries you can also contact our 24/7 customer support.

As SFO Airport car rental is an ideal choice made by most travelers coming to San Francisco, it is recommended to book one even when you are on a short trip. You can easily move around the city at your own schedule and pace than hassling around with taxis or public transit.

Book a car rental at San Francisco Airport right away to avail the best deal!

San Francisco Airport Rental Car Center

By choosing to rent a car at SFO Airport through us you can pick up the car within minutes after arrival as almost all of our suppliers have their desks in the airport's Rental Car Centre (RCC) which is just a few minutes from the airport. To reach the RCC from the terminals, you can board the AirTrain Blueline from the stations located in the terminals as well as terminal parking areas.

Car rental desk location at San Francisco Airport (SFO)

At SFO suppliers such as Airport Alamo, National, Sixt, Dollar, Hertz & National are located at the address: Rental Car Center 780 N McDonnell Rd, San Francisco, CA 94128, United States.

Car rental types for San Francisco Airport (SFO)

Right from compact, economy car rentals to standard sedans and from van/minivans and SUV rentals to stylish convertibles and luxury cars, we have all sorts of vehicles to cater to your commuting needs.

Popular car rental types for SFO Airport

Luxury Car Rentals San Francisco Airport

Mercedes C-Class, BMW, Chevrolet plus other exotic car rentals at San Francisco Airport are available at cheaper prices with VIPCars. Note that suppliers don’t guarantee the exact model, however, they always make sure that you get the luxury car of the same size & type you booked online. Call us to know more.

7, 8, and 9-seater van rentals SFO Airport

Our partners offer a big list of vans and minivans which allow us to cater the needs of group travelers. Through us, you can book 7, 8, 9, 10, 12 & 15 passenger van & minivan rentals for SFO Airport.

Car rental deal types with VIPCars

At VIP Cars, we provide both long-term and short-term car hire deals for San Francisco Airport. Our car hire brands like Sixt and Dollar provide deals for a variety of rental durations like a day, a week, a month, 2 months, or more. The minimum duration to rent a car at San Francisco Airport is 24 hours and the maximum time would totally depend upon the supplier. One-way and last minute car rental deals are also available.

  • Long term car rental (monthly and multi-month)

  • Short term car rental (1 day, weekend, and weekly)

  • One way and last minute rentals

San Francisco Airport (SFO)

IATA Code: SFO
Address: San Francisco International Airport San Francisco, CA 94128-8097

One of the busiest airports in the US, San Francisco International Airport handles more than millions of passengers every year. A popular destination among travelers to pick up rental cars, SFO Airport remains a perfect starting point to begin your expedition to nearby cities of Sacramento and San Jose.

An international airport, SFO has all key terminal facilities and services for passengers arriving and departing, such as:

  • Passengers arriving can indulge in some souvenir shopping at the Gift Shops.
  • The Currency Exchange and ATMs allow swift access to urgent need of cash.
  • Postal Services like Federal Express are accessible for any Parcel/Postal dispatch.
  • All the terminals at SFO airport have round the clock Free WiFi access.
  • Workstations areas with laptop charging ports can easily be found at different corner of terminals.

Popular one-way trips from San Francisco

Whether you are looking forward to a leisurely stroll on a beach, some relaxing time in the woods, hiking, kayaking, or wine-tasting, ample opportunities galore as you look beyond the boundaries of San Francisco. Crank the engine of your SFO Airport car hire and drive right away to any of the following most sought-after road trips originating from San Francisco.

  • San Francisco to Big Sur

    Approx: 140 miles
    Route: US-101 S
  • San Francisco to Seattle

    Approx: 1,374.9 km
    Route: I-5 N
  • San Francisco to San Jose

    Approx: 48 miles
    Route: US-101 S
  • San Francisco to Sacramento

    Approx: 88 miles
    Route: I-80 E
  • San Francisco to Los Angeles

    Approx: 2,413.7 km
    Route: I-5 S

Frequently Asked Questions

Car rental prices at San Francisco Airport start from USD 34.91/day. To check the price of your desired car category, search for the preferred location on VIPCars’ search page.

Hertz, Sixt, EuropCar, Alamo, Thrifty are some of the most popular suppliers at San Francisco Airport.

Yes, you can rent a car for a month or longer at San Francisco Airport through VIPCars. We work with multiple suppliers to offer flexible long-term car rental deals for various durations, whether you need it for 1 month, 2 months, 3-6 months, or even longer.

During car rental pickup at San Francisco Airport, you will have to provide the following documents:

  1. Identity proof, preferably a Passport or National ID card
  2. Valid and complete Driver’s License (DL)
  3. International Driving Permit (IDP) if your DL is not printed in Roman alphabet
  4. Credit Card under the main driver’s name
  5. Rental Booking Confirmation Voucher

Some suppliers may have additional requirements, so check the Rental Terms or Confirmation Voucher carefully.

A majority of suppliers at San Francisco Airport require a credit card to hold a refundable security deposit as a form of financial security. In addition, the card must belong to the main driver. Without the deposit, the supplier may refuse to release the vehicle, so make sure to carry an active card along.

Yes, last minute car rental deals are available at San Francisco Airport. You can search for the available options using VIP Cars’ booking engine. Compare them and book the most suitable option for your trip.

Most rental car returns at San Francisco Airport are located in the designated Car Rental Return area, usually near the airport’s parking or terminal complex. Follow the “Car Rental Return” or “Rental Car Drop-Off” signs as you approach the airport. Refer to your booking voucher for the exact return address and contact details.

Yes, VIP Cars offer one way car rental deals from San Francisco Airport where you can pick up and drop off at different locations. In the search form, click on the ‘Different Drop-off Location’ button to choose your preferred return location.

Car Rental Locations Near San Francisco Airport