Off-Airport Car Rental San Diego — Skip the SAN Surcharges
CMW is 10 miles from SAN Airport — same cars, no airport concession surcharges. A short Uber ride saves you 10–15% on your total rental.
10 Miles from SAN Airport
A quick 15–20 minute Uber or Lyft from San Diego International. No shuttle wait, no crowded counter.
No Airport Concession Fee
SAN charges rental companies 10–15% in fees. Those get passed to you at the counter. CMW is off-airport — you pay the actual rate.
Same Cars, Lower Price
CMW's fleet includes economy sedans, mid-size, full-size, and SUVs at competitive flat rates.
How to Get from SAN to CMW
Getting from San Diego International to CMW is straightforward:
- Exit baggage claim and open Uber, Lyft, or your rideshare app
- Enter destination: 7789 Othello Ave., San Diego, CA 92111
- Typical fare: $15–$25 | Typical time: 15–20 minutes
- Arrive at CMW, pick up your pre-arranged vehicle
The rideshare cost is almost always less than one day's airport surcharge. On a 5-day rental, you could save $50–$90 just by skipping the airport counter.
The Airport Surcharge Breakdown
When you rent at SAN Airport, your bill includes: airport concession recovery fee (10–15%), customer facility charge, vehicle license fee recovery, and sometimes a tourism surcharge. These add up fast.
- CMW pays no airport concession fees
- No customer facility charge
- No SAN-specific tourism surcharges
- Flat rate by vehicle category — no counter upsells
Call ahead to reserve: 858-560-1919.
Frequently Asked Questions
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