Rent cars in San Diego, CA

Turo accepts most credit cards issued by major financial institutions, including American Express and Discover cards, as well as debit cards with a Visa or Mastercard logo that are linked to a checking account.

Apple Pay and Google Pay on mobile devices are also accepted, but Turo does not accept cash or checks as valid payment methods.

You can cancel and get a full refund up to 24 hours before your trip starts. If you book a trip with less than 24 hours’ notice, you have one hour after booking to cancel free of charge. If you cancel after the free cancellation period ends, you will be charged a small cancellation fee.

Under the enhanced cleaning policy, hosts are required to clean and disinfect their vehicles thoroughly before every trip, so you can feel safe and comfortable behind the wheel. Turo hosts have access to training materials on enhanced cleaning practices, using the latest recommendations compiled from the CDC, EPA, WHO, and vehicle detailing experts, to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

No. Unlike rental car companies, Turo is a peer-to-peer car sharing marketplace where you can book directly from trusted local car owners in the US, Canada, and the UK. Turo does not own any vehicles — Turo hosts share their own personal cars and set their own prices, discounts, vehicle availability, and delivery options.

Yes, there are hundreds of cars available on Turo at locations near the San Diego airport. After arriving at San Diego International Airport or John Wayne Airport, have your car delivered for pick-up and drop off at your San Diego hotel or vacation rental to save time and hassle. Some major hotels offer shuttle bus services from the airport, so you can go get settled before meeting your host at the pickup location at a later pickup time. Besides shuttle service, you can catch an Uber or Lyft.

No, you cannot drive a car you booked in the United States across the border into Mexico. Driving a vehicle booked in the US into Mexico is a prohibited use on Turo and you may face a penalty fee, suspension, and/or removal from the platform. If you’re planning a trip to our neighboring country Mexico, search for your destination to rent a car with a Commercial Host at a convenient rental location in Mexico.

The best and most convenient way to get to the San Diego Zoo is by booking a car on Turo, so you can get to and from the zoo on your own time. The San Diego Zoo is conveniently located in downtown San Diego, not far from the San Diego Convention Center and Gaslamp Quarter, and you can drive about half an hour north to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park in Escondido to complete your animal adventure.