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Cheap Car Rentals in California from Rp 398,581

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 27/5 and drop-off date of 11/6. 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 4 May 2026.

Most popular company

Sixt

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

Rp 1,096,771

Cheapest price per day

Rp 398,581
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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 4 May 2026.
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There are 366 hire agencies servicing California. These agencies, altogether, have 17,734 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in California with prices from Rp 398,581 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in California:

Economy

Economy

Rp 398,581+

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Compact

Compact

Rp 398,581+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 416,753+

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Full-size

Full-size

Rp 480,789+

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SUV

SUV

Rp 936,656+

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People carrier

People carrier

Rp 844,410+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 1,082,208+

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Premium

Premium

Rp 1,078,574+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

Rp 2,371,928+

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Luxury

Luxury

Rp 894,946+

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Convertible

Convertible

Rp 1,841,122+

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Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Rp 604,015+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Rp 1,427,484+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Rp 429,733+

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Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Rp 465,559+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Rp 487,193+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Rp 673,936+

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Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

Rp 881,793+

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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 398,581/day
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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 887,158. Data was last updated on 4 May 2026.
Toyota CorollaRp 398,581/day
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Toyota Corolla
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Toyota CamryRp 480,789/day
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Toyota Camry
Found 05/04/26
Toyota CorollaRp 520,595/day
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Toyota Corolla
Found 05/03/26

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 669,205, which is about 1,393,303% cheaper than the typical rate.

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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 455,001.75/day. Ace also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at Rp 499,826.94/day.

What is the best car rental company in California?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in California is Alamo (rated 8.6/10). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.8/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Alamo
Alamo
8.6
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.8
Sixt
Sixt
7.5
Avis
Avis
6.3

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 674,974 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of Rp 928,810. 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 674,974

February

Rp 865,351

March

Rp 894,196

April

Rp 894,196

May

Rp 767,278

June

Rp 830,737

July

Rp 928,810

August

Rp 871,120

September

Rp 749,971

October

Rp 830,737

November

Rp 773,047

December

Rp 894,196

What car do most people hire in California?

Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting California. Full-size cars (Nissan Pathfinder or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in California?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 99 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in California at 75.

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 371 pickup locations in California to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 May 2026.

If you're looking for the best car rental deals in California, start with San Jose, where rates average Rp 455,867/day. You can also find good prices in Los Angeles (Rp 487,366/day), San Diego (Rp 717,376/day), and Ontario (Rp 1,240,914/day).

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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 4 May 2026.

Alamo

12 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

99 locations
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Sixt

18 locations
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Avis

52 locations
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Midway

14 locations
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Budget

52 locations
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Hertz

75 locations
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Dollar

49 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in California, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 May 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in California?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 993,495/day when booking a car hire in California. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 679,216/day from Ace, booked on Apr. 25.

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

    Thrifty is one of the top picks in California. They can have you in a hire car for about Rp 5,575,726 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 66% 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 23,895,968 a month or Rp 796,532 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 4 May 2026.
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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 25+).

Electric

Electric

Rp 25+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 28+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 37+

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