Cheap Budget Car Hire in San Antonio

Some zones may have driving limitations; make sure you’re aware of them.

Choose car hire suppliers with high ratings, as these often indicate better service, newer cars, and more convenient pickup locations. For San Antonio, we have car hire deals from 13 suppliers. Among them, Budget has a rating of 4.6, Sixt has a rating of 4.7, Payless has a rating of 4.6 and Alamo has a rating of 4.6.

When hiring a car, especially if you’re arriving in San Antonio by flight, plan for extra time at pickup to accommodate any potential delays. Suppliers like Budget typically offer a grace period of 30-60 minutes. Providing your flight number can be helpful, but if you’re running late, be sure to call the supplier to inform them.

When renting a car, understand the fuel policy. A 'Full-to-Full' policy means you return the car with a full tank, while 'Same-to-Same' means you return it with the same level of fuel. Full-to-Full is often more cost-effective.

Some rental companies offer a free tank of fuel with your rental. Be sure to understand the terms, including how much fuel you need to return the car with and any potential fees for not meeting these conditions.

Before hiring a car in San Antonio, carefully review the rental conditions from suppliers like Budget. Pay attention to details on payment card requirements, deposits, cross-border travel policies, and driving licence requirements to avoid any surprises.

Research fuel prices in the area where you'll return the vehicle. Filling up at a local station may be cheaper than paying for fuel through the rental company, especially if they charge higher rates.

When hiring a car in San Antonio, be aware that rentals are charged per day. For instance, Budget charges per day, so if you rent for more than 24 hours, you’ll incur an additional day’s charge. Plan your hire period to avoid extra costs