California

Cheap Car Rentals in California from Rp 491,311

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 12/10 and drop-off date of 19/10. 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 2025

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 13 September 2025.

Most popular company

Alamo

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

Rp 785,286

Cheapest price per day

Rp 491,311

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 13 September 2025.

There are 361 hire agencies servicing California. These agencies, altogether, have 17,556 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in California with prices from Rp 491,311 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in California:

Economy

Economy

Rp 740,492+

Compact

Compact

Rp 491,311+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 613,443+

Standard

Standard

Rp 623,443+

Full-size

Full-size

Rp 795,738+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 1,200,492+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 1,163,934+

Premium

Premium

Rp 802,131+

Passenger van

Passenger van

Rp 1,452,295+

Luxury

Luxury

Rp 2,246,230+

Convertible

Convertible

Rp 2,903,443+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Rp 1,825,246+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Rp 417,541+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Rp 589,836+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Rp 599,016+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Rp 620,820+

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

Rp 904,918+

Compare car rental deals in California by type

Here are the best California small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best California large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best California van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best California luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota CorollaRp 491,311/day
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Toyota Corolla

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 1,547,787. Data was last updated on 13 September 2025.
Toyota CorollaRp 491,311/day
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Toyota Corolla
Toyota CorollaRp 788,852/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota CamryRp 795,738/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 631,148, which is about 1,341,624% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in California?

Looking to hire a car in California? Thrifty had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only Rp 417,868.88/day. Dollar also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at Rp 510,983.62/day.

What is the best car rental company in California?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in California is Budget (rated 6.3/10 with 1,133 reviews). Hertz (rated 6.1/10 with 1,224 reviews) 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 614,754 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of Rp 909,836. 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 614,754

February

Rp 614,754

March

Rp 700,820

April

Rp 795,082

May

Rp 770,492

June

Rp 799,180

July

Rp 909,836

August

Rp 868,852

September

Rp 758,197

October

Rp 807,377

November

Rp 729,508

December

Rp 885,246

What car do most people hire in California?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Suburban or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting California. Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica 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?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 92 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in California at 71.

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 397 pickup locations in California to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 September 2025.

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 13 September 2025.

Budget

6.3
Okay
1133 reviews57 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Hertz

6.1
Okay
1224 reviews82 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.2

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
203 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
426 reviews108 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.5

Sixt

7.4
Good
334 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.3

Avis

6.2
Okay
661 reviews57 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Midway

6.2
Okay
486 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.7

Dollar

5.6
Fair
538 reviews46 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.9

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in California, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 September 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in California?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 779,454/day when booking a car hire in California. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 662,445/day from Dollar, booked on Sep. 7.

  • 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 4,880,262 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 Dollar can potentially be 17% below the average car hire price in California. Check prices and availability for Dollar and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in California is on average Rp 20,915,410 a month or Rp 697,180 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 13 September 2025.

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 49+).

Electric

Electric

Rp 49+

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 57+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 202+

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