California

Cheap Car Rentals in California from RM 108

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 4/1 and drop-off date of 11/1. 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 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 5 December 2025.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

RM 160

Cheapest price per day

RM 108

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 5 December 2025.

There are currently 17,580 hire locations operating in California spread across 366 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in California is SUV at RM 108 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

RM 108+

Compact

Compact

RM 108+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 114+

Standard

Standard

RM 145+

Full-size

Full-size

RM 120+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 211+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 214+

Premium

Premium

RM 120+

Luxury

Luxury

RM 169+

Convertible

Convertible

RM 202+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 108+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

RM 108+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 129+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

RM 137+

Standard estate car

Standard estate car

RM 247+

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 convertible hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Proton SagaRM 108/day
2
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Proton Saga
Honda JazzRM 108/day
4
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A/C
Honda Jazz
Toyota CorollaRM 145/day
4
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A/C
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 RM 149. Data was last updated on 5 December 2025.
Honda BR-VRM 108/day
4
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A/C
Honda BR-V
Proton SagaRM 108/day
2
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A/C
Proton Saga
Toyota CorollaRM 108/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla

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 160, which is about 239% 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 108.06/day found in the past two weeks. Hertz is another inexpensive option with rates as low as RM 121.63/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 8.5/10). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.6/10) 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 155. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging RM 222 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 155. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging RM 222 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 155

February

RM 161

March

RM 179

April

RM 195

May

RM 198

June

RM 211

July

RM 222

August

RM 201

September

RM 186

October

RM 212

November

RM 191

December

RM 215

What car do most people hire in California?

The most popular types of cars to hire in California are the following: Economy cars (Honda Fit or similar), Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar), and Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in California?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 107 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in California at 77.

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 5 December 2025.

Alamo

12 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

107 locations

Sixt

18 locations

Avis

55 locations

Midway

15 locations

Budget

53 locations

Hertz

77 locations

Thrifty

40 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in California, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 December 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in California for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty is one of the most popular car hire companies in California, offering car hire for around RM 1,222 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 5 December 2025.

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 29+).

Electric

Electric

RM 148+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 29+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 51+

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