California

Cheap Car Hire in California from HK$234

Los Angeles, CA, United States
26 Mrz — 2 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Los Angeles, CA, United States
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Noon
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California car rentals in 2024

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 19 März 2024.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

HK$384

Cheapest price per day

HK$234

What are the car hire 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 388 pickup locations in California to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 März 2024.

Price

HK$180 - HK$1,573

Out of all the popular cities in California, Los Angeles is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just HK$180/day. Renting a car in Los Angeles is 89% cheaper than renting one in Palm Springs where the per day rate is around HK$1,573. Other fairly inexpensive cities in California to get a rental car in are: San Diego (HK$214/day), Oakland (HK$238/day), and Bakersfield (HK$307/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in San Francisco should expect to spend around HK$402/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in California is San Francisco.

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in California?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in California and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 19 März 2024.

January

HK$250

February

HK$304

March

HK$351

April

HK$359

May

HK$336

June

HK$351

July

HK$390

August

HK$390

September

HK$344

October

HK$351

November

HK$320

December

HK$328

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in California is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

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 19 März 2024.

At HK$234/day, large car is the cheapest car type available for hire in California in the past week. Out of 305 car hire agencies operating in California, there are, in total, 15,369 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

HK$255+

Compact

Compact

HK$264+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$264+

Standard

Standard

HK$283+

Full-size

Full-size

HK$324+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$599+

Premium

Premium

HK$324+

Luxury

Luxury

HK$461+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

HK$342+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

HK$342+

Compare available car types for rental in California

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in California to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 März 2024.

Small cars

HK$293 - HK$626

All Car Types

HK$373 - HK$597

To hire a small car in California, you would pay an average price of HK$429/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in California (~HK$293/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~HK$626/day). In fact, October is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for California. When comparing with other car types available for hire in California, hiring a small car saves you 9% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best California small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in California, you would pay an average price of HK$415/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in California (~HK$275/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~HK$548/day). In fact, December is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for California. When comparing with other car types available for hire in California, hiring a medium car saves you 12% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best California medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in California, you would pay an average price of HK$530/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in California (~HK$364/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~HK$743/day). In fact, January is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for California. When comparing with other car types available for hire in California, hiring a large car is 12% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best California large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in California, you would pay an average price of HK$479/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in California (~HK$318/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~HK$608/day). In fact, January is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for California. When comparing with other car types available for hire in California, hiring a SUV is 2% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a van in California, you would pay an average price of HK$699/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in California (~HK$428/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~HK$1,112/day). In fact, November is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for California. When comparing with other car types available for hire in California, hiring a van is 33% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a luxury car in California, you would pay an average price of HK$628/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in California (~HK$403/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~HK$1,087/day). In fact, July is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for California. When comparing with other car types available for hire in California, hiring a luxury car is 26% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best California luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a convertible in California, you would pay an average price of HK$637/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in California (~HK$570/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~HK$1,194/day). In fact, December is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for California. When comparing with other car types available for hire in California, hiring a convertible is 27% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Honda FitHK$265/day
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Honda Fit

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 19 März 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in California, including those serving the greater San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Jose area. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
1232 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
1610 reviews105 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

Budget

6.4
Okay
2077 reviews57 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Avis

6.3
Okay
1232 reviews58 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Hertz

6.2
Okay
3399 reviews94 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.3

Dollar

6.2
Okay
1801 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.4

Thrifty

6.1
Okay
1679 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.2

Sixt

7.5
Good
669 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.3

Best California car rental deals found

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$320. Data was last updated on 19 März 2024.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car rentals in California, including locations near San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Jose. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the renal, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Toyota CamryHK$234/day
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Toyota Camry
Toyota CorollaHK$240/day
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Toyota Corolla
Honda FitHK$265/day
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Honda Fit

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in California, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 März 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in California?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$349/day when booking a car hire in California. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$250/day from U-Save, booked on Jul. 28.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in California?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in California from the following companies over the past two weeks: Yesaway (HK$203/day), Dollar (HK$263/day), and Fox (HK$460/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in California?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Super Cheap (10.0 rating), Signature Rent A Car (10.0 rating) and Priceless (9.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in California.

  • What are petrol prices like in California?

    The average price of petrol in California is HK$7.51/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$338 and HK$488 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in California for a week from Thrifty?

    Hiring a car in California for a week can be a great option for travel. Thrifty, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around HK$2,783/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in California for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in California it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 28%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • 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 65% on a month-long rental by booking with U-Save. U-Save is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in California can cost you on average HK$11,926 a month or HK$398 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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Small car rentals in California

Find small car rental deals in California from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in California cost an average of HK$291 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 März 2024.
Mini CountrymanHK$291/day
2
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Mini Countryman

Luxury car rentals in California

Find luxury car rental deals in California from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in California cost an average of HK$529 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 März 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've detected on luxury car rentals in California, including options near San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Jose. While researching the different options available, make sure to confirm the details of each offer to ensure they match your needs.
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$353/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$379/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$379/day
5
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Van rentals in California

Find van rental deals in California from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in California cost an average of HK$470 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 März 2024.
For those needing a little more space, we've found these great deals on van rentals in California, including pickup near San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Jose. We're constantly updating these deals so check back soon if you don't find what you're looking for.
Toyota NoahHK$298/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Noah
Toyota NoahHK$321/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Noah
Toyota NoahHK$340/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Noah

Car rentals by fuel type in California

Browse car rentals by fuel type in California. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in California. Deals were last updated on 19 März 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in California. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (HK$33+).

Electric

Electric

HK$33+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$76+

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