Uber, Lyft, Taxis, Limos, and others in San Diego, California

Availability of Uber, Lyft, Didi, Ola, and other rideshares in San Diego

San Diego, California, United States of America

Are Uber and Lyft available in San Diego? Do Didi and Ola pickup at airports? How much do rideshare drivers earn in San Diego?

This page lists all available rideshare services that RideGuru tracks for San Diego, California. Scroll down for nearby airports and transportation hubs where rideshares may be available.

Be sure to check out RideGuru's San Diego City Spotlight feature!

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Carmel
Carmel
Service Level Standard
Capacity 1 person

When you order a Carmel car you have the choice of riding in a Sedan, Minivan, Stretch Limousine, SUV, and SUV super-stretch limo.

Curb
Curb
Service Level Standard
Capacity 4 people

Hail and pay for a traditional Taxi through the Curb app. Curb offers Taxi drivers a way to get more business during slower times. Curb was formerly known as TaxiMagic.

RideGuru's taxi estimates are calculated using TaxiFareFinder, which uses real, up-to-date taxi rates from thousands of locales worldwide.

Limos.com
Limos.com
Service Level Luxury
Capacity 1 person

When you order a Limos.com car, a luxury vehicle or limousine will pick you up. Limos.com has reservation options for 1-50 passengers.

Lyft
Lyft
Service Level Standard
Capacity 4 people

The lowest cost Lyft service. A request for a Lyft will send to you a regular 4-seater car.

Lyft Lux Black
Service Level Luxury
Capacity 4 people

Premium black car service limited to only the most luxurious makes and models.

Lyft Lux Black XL
Service Level Luxury
Capacity 6 people

Premium black SUV service with space for parties up to six passengers.

Lyft XL
Service Level Standard
Capacity 6 people

The best Lyft option for larger groups wishing to travel together. A Lyft Plus car can seat 6 or more passengers. The fare prices are slightly more expensive than a regular Lyft to compensate van and SUV drivers for higher vehicle running costs.

Lyft Lux
Service Level Luxury
Capacity 4 people

Lyft's luxury service. A request for a Lyft Premier will send to you a high-end 4-seater car.

RideYellow
RideYellow
Service Level Standard
Capacity 4 people

Hail and pay for a traditional Taxi through the RideYellow app. RideYellow offers Taxi drivers a way to get more business during slower times.

RideGuru's taxi estimates are calculated using TaxiFareFinder, which uses real, up-to-date taxi rates from thousands of locales worldwide.

SuperShuttle
SuperShuttle
Service Level Standard
Capacity 1 person

When you order a SuperShuttle, a shuttle or black car (depending on which service you order) will pick you up. SuperShuttle has reservation options for 1-10 passengers.

Talixo
Talixo
Service Level Standard
Capacity 1 person

When you book a Talixo car, you will have the option of choosing an economy, business, or luxury class vehicle for a variety of price points. Talixo's cars come in various sizes with their largest size accommodating up to 7 passengers.

Taxi
Taxi
Service Level Standard
Capacity 4 people

The traditional taxi cab. Taxis may be hailed on the street or called directly for pickup.

RideGuru's taxi estimates are calculated using TaxiFareFinder, which uses real, up-to-date taxi rates from thousands of locales worldwide.

Uber
Uber Black
Service Level Luxury
Capacity 4 people

Uber's original luxury service. When you select an Uber Black car, a high-end sedan with seating for up to 4 people will arrive to pick you up. While you will ride in style, the price for an Uber Black car is significantly higher than an Uber X.

Uber Comfort Electric
Service Level Standard
Capacity 4 people

When you order an Uber Comfort Electric car, a premium zero-emission car with room for up to 4 passengers will arrive to pick you up.

Uber Green
Service Level Standard
Capacity 4 people

Uber's all-electric option. 100% green and CO2-free so you can get where you're going in the cleanest way possible.

Uber Select
Service Level Luxury
Capacity 4 people

Very similar to Uber Black except with UberSelect the car does not have to be black. It’s a step above UberX, yet slightly below the prices of UberBlack. When you request an UberSelect a higher end sedan with seating for up to 4 people will pick you up. One fun requirement is that the vehicle must have leather seats!

Uber X
Service Level Standard
Capacity 4 people

Uber's budget option in the United States. When you select an Uber X car, an everyday car with seating for up to 4 people will arrive to pick you up.

Uber XL
Service Level Standard
Capacity 6 people

Uber's budget option for larger groups. When you order an Uber XL, a car with seating for up to 6 people will arrive to pick you up.

Zum
Zum
Service Level Standard
Capacity 1 person

When you order a Zum car for your children, a standard 4 door vehicle will arrive to pick up your kids. All vehicles driven by Zum drivers must be newer than 2009 and drivers must pass a rigorous background check.

How much do Uber and Lyft drivers make in San Diego?

Uber and other rideshare drivers set their own hours and can work as much or as little as they want, as long as it is permitted by law.  Hence, how much drivers make depends on how much they drive.  Drivers keep the majority of the fare and the rest goes to the rideshare company that collects commissions and booking fees.

In San Diego, CA, Uber drivers make about $15.68 per hour before expenses, compared to the national average of $16.02, according to a survey including 995 drivers (other cities/source). When considering expenses, as a rule-of-thumb, many drivers use $1.00 per mile as their net profit.

For more information, please visit RideGuru’s Driver Earnings, Payout & Take-Home page.

Airports Near San Diego

Airport City Supported Rideshares
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego
San Diego
General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport (TIJ)
Tijuana
Tijuana
Mc Clellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Carlsbad
Carlsbad
North Island Naval Air Station-Halsey Field (NZY)
San Diego
San Diego
Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field (NKX)
Miramar
Miramar
Brown Field Municipal Airport (SDM)
San Diego
San Diego
Gillespie Field (SEE)
El Cajon
El Cajon
Ramona Airport (RNM)
Ramona
Ramona

San Diego Train Stations

Airport City Supported Rideshares
San Diego Union Station
San Diego
San Diego

Towns and Cities in San Diego Area

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