California

Cheap Car Rentals in California from RM 110

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 14/9 and drop-off date of 21/9. 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 15 August 2025.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

RM 157

Cheapest price per day

RM 110

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 15 August 2025.

There are currently 17,525 hire locations operating in California spread across 356 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in California is small car at RM 110 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

RM 124+

Compact

Compact

RM 110+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 116+

Standard

Standard

RM 172+

Full-size

Full-size

RM 122+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 300+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 186+

Premium

Premium

RM 163+

Luxury

Luxury

RM 172+

Convertible

Convertible

RM 415+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

RM 393+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 140+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 155+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

RM 158+

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 medium 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 SUV 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:

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

Perodua BezzaRM 110/day
4
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Perodua Bezza
Perodua MyviRM 124/day
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A/C
Perodua Myvi
Honda JazzRM 143/day
2
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A/C
Honda Jazz

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 204. Data was last updated on 15 August 2025.
Perodua BezzaRM 110/day
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A/C
Perodua Bezza
Toyota Yaris Sedan/ViosRM 116/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios
Hyundai SonataRM 122/day
5
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A/C
Hyundai Sonata

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 RM 161, which is about 244% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in California?

Thrifty is currently the cheapest car hire company in California with deals as low as RM 103.75/day found in the past two weeks. Hertz is another inexpensive option with rates as low as RM 124.35/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 1,137 reviews). Hertz (rated 6.1/10 with 1,238 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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 162. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging RM 224 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 162. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging RM 224 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 162

February

RM 167

March

RM 185

April

RM 197

May

RM 201

June

RM 214

July

RM 224

August

RM 197

September

RM 197

October

RM 204

November

RM 197

December

RM 220

What car do most people hire in California?

The most popular types of cars to hire in California are the following: Standard cars (Ford Mustang or similar), SUV cars (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar), and Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in California?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 106 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in California at 84.

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 15 August 2025.

Budget

6.3
Okay
1137 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
1238 reviews84 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
208 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
444 reviews106 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.5

Sixt

7.4
Good
346 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.2

Avis

6.2
Okay
666 reviews57 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.4

Midway

6.2
Okay
489 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
540 reviews46 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in California, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 August 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in California for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is one of the most popular car hire companies in California, offering car hire for around RM 1,130 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.

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 15 August 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in California. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (RM 29+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 29+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 73+

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