San Diego International Airport Car Rental Center | SAN

Directions to San Diego Airport Rental Car Center

Located at 3355 Admiral Boland Way, 2.5 miles northeast of SAN Airport, the Rental Car Center (RCC) is easily accessible from multiple directions. Whether you've just landed or are on your way from another destination by car, reaching the facility will be a breeze. Let's look at the most popular routes below.

From Airport Terminals

You won’t experience any difficulties when getting from San Diego Airport to the Rental Car Center as the convenient transport service allows you to reach your destination without delay. Terminals 1 and 2 have a direct shuttle connection to the RCC with buses departing from the Transportation Plazas.

From T1, you need to use the skybridge to get to the escalators and elevators, and go down to Level 0, where the ground transportation is. If starting from T2, exit from the Baggage Claim Area and cross the road at the pedestrian crossing to access the Transportation Plaza. San Diego Rental Car Center shuttle transfer operates regularly from 6 am to 11 pm, while buses depart every 10-15 minutes.

From Interstate 5 North

Take exit 17B toward Sassafras St to merge onto India St, and turn left onto Sassafras St. Then use the right lane to turn slightly right onto Admiral Boland Way and finally turn right - your destination will be on the left.

From Interstate 5 South

Use the right lane to take exit 18A toward Sassafras St/San Diego Airport. Then, keep to the right lane to merge onto Kettner Blvd, and after driving approximately 0.3 miles, turn right onto Sassafras St. Use the right lane to turn slightly right onto Admiral Boland Way and turn right to arrive at the RCC.

From San Diego Downtown

Head north on Pacific Hwy toward Grande Palm Ct and then turn left onto Sassafras St through the signal. After this, stick to the right lane to turn slightly right onto Admiral Boland Way and turn right again.

From Loma

Take N Harbor Dr eastbound leading along the terminals and use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto W Laurel St. Then, continue driving about half a mile and turn left onto Pacific Hwy. At the traffic light, turn left onto Sassafras St and use the right lane to turn slightly right onto Admiral Boland Way. Turn right and you will see your destination on the left.

San Diego Airport Car Rental Center map

Geographically, the RCC is sandwiched between the runways and Interstate 5 running from southeast to northwest. The facility sits a couple of miles from the airport and has convenient transport links to the surrounding infrastructure via Pacific Hwy, Sassafras St, and Admiral Boland Way. If you need to get to the other part of the city or go even further, take I-5, which has exits to the west-east running I-8 and I-805. Also, the RCC is close to some of the city's top attractions, including Cabrillo Bridge, Waterfront, and Balboa Park. View the map below for more information on getting around the area.

Rental companies at San Diego Airport Car Rental Facility

You will enjoy a convenient vehicle collection process with any of the 12 rental car companies located in San Diego RCC. Check out the full list of providers with their contact telephone numbers and office hours below.

• Alamo

Telephone: +1 833-763-1741

Hours: Monday-Sunday 5:30 am-12 am

• Avis

Telephone: +1 619-688-5000

Hours: 24/7

• Budget

Telephone: +1 619-680-4949

Hours: 24/7

• Dollar

Telephone: +1 866-434-2226

Hours: Monday-Sunday 6 am-1 am

• Enterprise

Telephone: +1 833-763-1739

Hours: Monday-Sunday 5:30 am-12 am

• Hertz

Telephone: +1 619-767-5700

Hours: Monday-Sunday 6 am-1 am

• National

Telephone: +1 833-763-1740

Hours: 24/7

• Payless

Telephone: +1 619-296-4966

Hours: Monday-Sunday 6 am-11 pm

• Sixt

Telephone: +1 888-749-8227

Hours: Monday-Sunday 7 am-12 am

• Thrifty

Telephone: +1 877-283-0898

Hours: Monday-Sunday 6 am-1 am

• Fox

Telephone: +1 619-432-0620

Hours: Monday-Sunday 7 am-12:30 am

• ZipCar

Telephone: +1-866-494-7227

Hours: 24/7

Though finding the right supplier can seem confusing, following certain strategies can make your selection process quick and effective. For example, it is best to choose a supplier with a minimum underage fee if you are renting as a young driver. If you need an additional driver, full coverage, unlimited miles, or another specific option, make your choice accordingly. Also, pay attention to the company's working hours, and opt for one that operates 24/7 in case you want to pick up your car late at night. In short, stick to your top priorities so as not to make a mistake with your choice.

Vendors

Alamo

Avis

Budget

Dollar

Enterprise

Hertz

Payless

Thrifty

Gas stations near San Diego Intl Airport Rental Car Center

Whether you need to fill up your tank at the start of your trip or on the way back, a list of gas stations available locally will be very helpful. Find the best place for gas near the San Diego Rental Car Center below and keep it in mind on your next ride.

• Shell - 0.6 miles away

Address: 2521 Pacific Hwy

Open 24 hours

• Laurel Pacific Gas - 0.7 miles away

Address: 2499 Pacific Hwy

Open 24 hours

• Maverik - 1 mile away

Address: 2045 Pacific Hwy

Open 6 am-11 pm