Cheap Car Rentals in California from HK$171
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in California with a pick-up date of 7-11 and drop-off date of 11-11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
California car rentals in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in California. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 October 2026.
Most popular company | Dollar |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | HK$398 |
Cheapest price per day | HK$171 |
Popular car types in California
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in California and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 6 October 2026.
At HK$171/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in California in the past week. Out of 396 car hire agencies operating in California, there are, in total, 18,131 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:
Economy
HK$171+
Compact
HK$171+
Intermediate
HK$171+
Standard
HK$188+
Full-size
HK$188+
People carrier
HK$368+
Full-size SUV
HK$342+
Passenger van
HK$876+
Premium SUV
HK$432+
Compact SUV
HK$222+
Intermediate SUV
HK$234+
Standard SUV
HK$234+
Supplier choice
HK$394+
Best car rental deals found in California
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in California. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in California with an average daily rate of HK$351. Data was last updated on 6 October 2026.
Cheapflights insights for California car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in California, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in California?
Book your rental car in California 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around HK$354/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 566% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in California?
Fox is currently the cheapest car hire company in California with deals as low as HK$17.33/day found in the past two weeks. Dollar is another inexpensive option with rates as low as HK$30.46/day.
What is the best car rental company in California?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in California is Avis (rated 6.4/10). Budget (rated 6.1/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in California?
At California, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just HK$335. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging HK$461 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In California, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just HK$335. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging HK$461 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
HK$335
February
HK$396
March
HK$434
April
HK$408
May
HK$408
June
HK$461
July
HK$461
August
HK$443
September
HK$405
October
HK$417
November
HK$383
December
HK$442
What car do most people rent in California?
The most popular types of cars to hire in California are the following: SUV cars (BMW X3 or similar), Intermediate cars (Mazda Mazda3 or similar), and Compact cars (Kia K4 or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in California?
Avis has 51 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. NextCar has the second-highest number of locations in California at 2.
What are the car rental prices for popular cities in California?
Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across California, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 128 pickup locations in California to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 October 2026.
Among the most popular cities in California, Sacramento offers the lowest average rental price at just HK$208/day. Other affordable options include Los Angeles (HK$222/day), San Jose (HK$301/day), and Ontario (HK$353/day).
Top rental agencies in California
Explore the leading car rental agencies in California known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in California. Reviews were last updated on 6 October 2026.
Avis
Avis Locations in California
Budget
Budget Locations in California
NextCar
NextCar Locations in California
National
National Locations in California
Rhodium
Rhodium Locations in California
Bandago
Bandago Locations in California
Los Angeles Van Rentals
Los Angeles Van Rentals Locations in California
UFODRIVE
UFODRIVE Locations in California
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in California, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 October 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found in California?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$370/day when booking a car hire in California. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$211/day from Fox, booked on Oct. 3.
How much does it cost to hire a car in California for a week from Dollar?
Hiring a car in California for a week can be a great option for travel. Dollar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around HK$2,563/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in California?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For California however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in California for a month?
You can potentially save up to 66% on a month-long rental by booking with Fox. Fox is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in California can cost you on average HK$10,986 a month or HK$366 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.
Car rentals by fuel type in California
Browse car rentals by fuel type in California. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in California. Deals were last updated on 6 October 2026.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in California. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (HK$22+).
Electric
HK$40+
Hybrid
HK$34+
Petrol/Diesel
HK$22+