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Cheap Car Rentals in California from Rp 536,541

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 26/6 and drop-off date of 10/7. 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.
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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 June 2026.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

Rp 960,570

Cheapest price per day

Rp 536,541

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 June 2026.

There are 371 hire agencies servicing California. These agencies, altogether, have 17,913 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in California with prices from Rp 536,541 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in California:

Economy

Economy

Rp 636,397+

Compact

Compact

Rp 536,541+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 536,541+

Standard

Standard

Rp 547,395+

Full-size

Full-size

Rp 700,796+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 833,755+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 1,019,899+

Premium

Premium

Rp 1,372,829+

Passenger van

Passenger van

Rp 3,257,598+

Luxury

Luxury

Rp 1,490,774+

Convertible

Convertible

Rp 1,953,148+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Rp 769,718+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Rp 1,078,328+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Rp 545,405+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Rp 617,764+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Rp 617,764+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Rp 732,996+

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

Rp 1,352,026+

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 Rp 1,028,871. Data was last updated on 6 June 2026.
Toyota CorollaRp 536,541/day
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Toyota Corolla
Toyota CorollaRp 640,014/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota CamryRp 700,796/day
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Toyota Camry

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?

To get the best deal on car hire in California, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 717,559, which is about 1,486,145% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in California?

Looking to hire a car in California? Dollar had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only Rp 38.12/day. Hertz also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at Rp 38.38/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?

Planning to hire a car in California? January is the cheapest month, costing about Rp 705,499 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of Rp 964,785. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

Rp 705,499

February

Rp 898,456

March

Rp 934,636

April

Rp 952,726

May

Rp 844,187

June

Rp 880,367

July

Rp 964,785

August

Rp 904,486

September

Rp 783,888

October

Rp 868,307

November

Rp 808,008

December

Rp 934,636

What car do most people hire in California?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Suburban or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting California. Full-size cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in California?

Avis has 55 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 209 pickup locations in California to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 June 2026.

If you're looking for the best car rental deals in California, start with San Jose, where rates average Rp 476,483/day. You can also find good prices in Los Angeles (Rp 509,407/day), San Diego (Rp 749,819/day), and San Francisco (Rp 838,097/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 June 2026.

Avis

55 locations

Budget

54 locations

Hertz

73 locations

NextCar

2 locations

National

15 locations

Rhodium

5 locations

Bandago

2 locations

Los Angeles Van Rentals

3 locations

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 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in California?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 1,019,004/day when booking a car hire in California. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 607,702/day from Ace, booked on Jun. 1.

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

    Dollar is one of the top picks in California. They can have you in a hire car for about Rp 5,336,107 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in California?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in California.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in California for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Ace can potentially be 62% below the average car hire price in California. Check prices and availability for Ace and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in California is on average Rp 22,869,030 a month or Rp 762,301 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your California car hire.

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 6 June 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in California. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (Rp 39+).

Electric

Electric

Rp 39+

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 43+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 49+

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