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Cheap Car Rentals in California from RM 130

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 26/8 and drop-off date of 27/8. 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 13 August 2026.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

RM 278

Cheapest price per day

RM 130
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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 13 August 2026.
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There are currently 18,079 hire locations operating in California spread across 396 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in California is small car at RM 130 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

RM 130+

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Compact

Compact

RM 130+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 130+

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Standard

Standard

RM 130+

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Full-size

Full-size

RM 149+

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People carrier

People carrier

RM 222+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 216+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 267+

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Luxury

Luxury

RM 247+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

RM 267+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 130+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 140+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

RM 173+

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Supplier choice

Supplier choice

RM 178+

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Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

RM 353+

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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 RM 181. Data was last updated on 13 August 2026.
Honda JazzRM 130/day
Honda Jazz
Found 08/12/26
Proton PrevéRM 130/day
Proton Prevé
Found 08/12/26
Proton SagaRM 130/day
Proton Saga
Found 08/12/26

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 30 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around RM 183, which is about 252% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in California?

Ace is currently the cheapest car hire company in California with deals as low as RM 19.54/day found in the past two weeks. Fox is another inexpensive option with rates as low as RM 23.23/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.

Avis
Avis
6.4
Budget
Budget
6.1
NextCar
NextCar
0.0
National
National
0.0

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

At California, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just RM 160. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging RM 237 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In California, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just RM 160. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging RM 237 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

RM 160

February

RM 206

March

RM 224

April

RM 231

May

RM 213

June

RM 237

July

RM 233

August

RM 232

September

RM 189

October

RM 210

November

RM 182

December

RM 219

What car do most people hire in California?

The most popular types of cars to hire in California are the following: Passenger van cars (Ford Super Duty or similar), Standard cars (Honda Accord or similar), and SUV cars (Nissan Pathfinder or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in California?

Avis has 57 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 146 pickup locations in California to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 August 2026.

Among the most popular cities in California, San Francisco offers the lowest average rental price at just RM 151/day. Other affordable options include Los Angeles (RM 152/day), San Diego (RM 158/day), and Oakland (RM 166/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 13 August 2026.

Avis

57 locations
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Budget

56 locations
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NextCar

2 locations
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National

17 locations
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Rhodium

7 locations
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Bandago

2 locations
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Los Angeles Van Rentals

3 locations
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UFODRIVE

2 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 13 August 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in California?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 329/day when booking a car hire in California. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 172/day from Ace, booked on Aug. 8.

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

    Dollar is one of the most popular car hire companies in California, offering car hire for around RM 1,699 per week on average.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in California check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    You can potentially save up to 67% on a month-long rental by booking with Ace. Ace is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in California can cost you on average RM 7,282 a month or RM 243 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

Car rentals by fuel type in California

Browse car rentals by fuel type in California. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in California. Deals were last updated on 13 August 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 Hybrid being the cheapest (RM 40+).

Electric

Electric

RM 45+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 40+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 55+

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