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Cheap Car Rentals in California from Rp 395,536

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 10/12 and drop-off date of 7/1. 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 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 21 October 2024.

Most popular company

Yesaway

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

Rp 1,067,235

Cheapest price per day

Rp 395,536

California car rental prices in popular cities

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 332 pickup locations in California to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 October 2024.

Price

Rp 599,039 - Rp 788,748

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 21 October 2024.

January

Rp 495,970

February

Rp 604,463

March

Rp 712,957

April

Rp 697,458

May

Rp 666,460

June

Rp 681,959

July

Rp 790,452

August

Rp 759,454

September

Rp 681,959

October

Rp 697,458

November

Rp 619,962

December

Rp 650,960

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 21 October 2024.

There are 328 hire agencies servicing California. These agencies, altogether, have 16,578 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in California with prices from Rp 395,536 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in California:

Economy

Economy

Rp 395,536+

Compact

Compact

Rp 395,536+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 425,450+

Full-size

Full-size

Rp 452,263+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 651,736+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 617,793+

Premium

Premium

Rp 724,427+

Luxury

Luxury

Rp 800,682+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Rp 468,847+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Rp 518,754+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Rp 531,618+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Rp 563,236+

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 21 October 2024.

Small cars

Rp 621,479 - Rp 1,194,143

All Car Types

Rp 863,082 - Rp 1,293,380

To hire a small car in California, you would pay an average price of Rp 853,031/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in California (~Rp 621,479/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~Rp 1,194,143/day). In fact, October is about 28% 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 20% 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 Rp 928,539/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in California (~Rp 643,469/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~Rp 1,547,923/day). In fact, January is about 31% 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 13% 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.

To hire a large car in California, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,265,626/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in California (~Rp 1,008,815/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~Rp 1,467,385/day). In fact, November is about 21% 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 16% 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 SUV in California, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,093,934/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in California (~Rp 790,917/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~Rp 1,473,682/day). In fact, November is about 28% 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 3% 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 Rp 1,575,123/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a van in California (~Rp 1,123,527/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~Rp 2,039,057/day). In fact, October is about 29% 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 Rp 999,040/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in California (~Rp 718,033/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~Rp 1,814,321/day). In fact, January is about 29% 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 saves you 7% 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.

Hyundai i20Rp 395,536/day
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Hyundai i20

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 21 October 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in California, including pickup locations serving Los Angeles, Burbank and San Francisco. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in California, including locations around Los Angeles, Burbank and San Francisco.

Hertz

5.9
Fair
1199 reviews79 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.1

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
146 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7
Good
372 reviews90 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.6

Sixt

7.4
Good
371 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.2

Avis

6.4
Okay
464 reviews46 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Budget

6.3
Okay
814 reviews48 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Midway

6.2
Okay
490 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.7

Dollar

5.7
Fair
497 reviews29 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.0

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 Rp 580,647. Data was last updated on 21 October 2024.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car rentals in California, including locations near Los Angeles, Burbank and San Francisco. Deals are constantly refreshed so come back soon for more car rental options.
Hyundai i20Rp 395,536/day
4
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Hyundai i20
Hyundai i20Rp 395,846/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i20
Hyundai i20Rp 407,626/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i20

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in California, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 October 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in California?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 1,252,142/day when booking a car hire in California. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 536,366/day from Fox, booked on Oct. 13.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), National (8.1 rating) and Silvercar (8.1 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 Rp 14,259.15/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 641,662 and Rp 926,844 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hertz is one of the top picks in California. They can have you in a hire car for about Rp 6,864,383 per week on average.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 31% on your car hire. For a below average price in California, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • 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 Fox can potentially be 48% below the average car hire price in California. Check prices and availability for Fox and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in California is on average Rp 29,418,784 a month or Rp 980,626 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your California car hire.

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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 21 October 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 (Rp 27+).

Electric

Electric

Rp 27+

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 28+

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