California

Cheap Car Hire in California from RM 112

Los Angeles, CA, United States
5 Apr — 12 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Los Angeles, CA, United States
Fri 5/4
Noon
Fri 12/4
Noon

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 29 March 2024.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

RM 238

Cheapest price per day

RM 112

What are the car hire 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 369 pickup locations in California to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 March 2024.

Price

RM 77 - RM 326

Out of all the popular cities in California, Los Angeles is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just RM 77/day. Renting a car in Los Angeles is 76% cheaper than renting one in Oakland where the per day rate is around RM 326. Other fairly inexpensive cities in California to get a rental car in are: San Diego (RM 142/day), Burbank (RM 184/day), and San Francisco (RM 194/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Los Angeles should expect to spend around RM 77/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in California is Los Angeles.

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 29 March 2024.

January

RM 151

February

RM 184

March

RM 212

April

RM 217

May

RM 203

June

RM 212

July

RM 236

August

RM 236

September

RM 208

October

RM 212

November

RM 193

December

RM 198

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 29 March 2024.

There are currently 15,379 hire locations operating in California spread across 304 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in California is large car at RM 112 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

RM 127+

Compact

Compact

RM 124+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 129+

Standard

Standard

RM 210+

Full-size

Full-size

RM 133+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 389+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 354+

Premium

Premium

RM 259+

Luxury

Luxury

RM 154+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 153+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 158+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

RM 225+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

RM 238+

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 29 March 2024.

Small cars

RM 193 - RM 356

All Car Types

RM 253 - RM 380

To rent a small car in California, you would pay an average price of RM 271/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in California (~RM 193/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 356/day). In fact, May is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for California. When comparing with other car types available for rental in California, renting a small car saves you 14% 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 rent a medium car in California, you would pay an average price of RM 273/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in California (~RM 193/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 411/day). In fact, May is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for California. When comparing with other car types available for rental in California, renting a medium car saves you 14% 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in California, you would pay an average price of RM 368/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a large car in California (~RM 221/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~RM 494/day). In fact, December is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for California. When comparing with other car types available for rental in California, renting a large car is 15% 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. Here are the best California large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in California, you would pay an average price of RM 319/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in California (~RM 218/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 456/day). In fact, May is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for California. When comparing with other car types available for rental in California, renting a SUV is 2% 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. Here are the best California SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in California, you would pay an average price of RM 385/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a van in California (~RM 271/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~RM 543/day). In fact, March is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for California. When comparing with other car types available for rental in California, renting a van is 19% 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 rent a luxury car in California, you would pay an average price of RM 228/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in California (~RM 237/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~RM 431/day). In fact, December is about 3% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for California. When comparing with other car types available for rental in California, renting a luxury car saves you 28% 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 luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in California, you would pay an average price of RM 255/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in California (~RM 309/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 544/day). In fact, December is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for California. When comparing with other car types available for rental in California, renting a convertible 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 convertible hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Honda CivicRM 148/day
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Honda Civic
Proton SagaRM 160/day
2
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A/C
Proton Saga
Honda CivicRM 162/day
4
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A/C
Honda Civic

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 29 March 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in California, including pickup locations serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and Anaheim. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
1087 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.9
Good
1466 reviews99 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.8

Avis

6.4
Okay
1034 reviews54 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Budget

6.4
Okay
1724 reviews53 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Hertz

6.1
Okay
3230 reviews93 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.2

Dollar

6.1
Okay
1747 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.3

Thrifty

6.0
Okay
1644 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

Sixt

7.5
Good
676 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

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 RM 212. Data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car rentals in California, including options within a close proximity to Los Angeles, San Francisco and Anaheim. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Hyundai i40RM 112/day
5
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A/C
Hyundai i40
Honda CivicRM 148/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Honda CivicRM 152/day
5
M
A/C
Honda Civic

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in California, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in California?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 243/day when booking a car hire in California. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 168/day from Zezgo, booked on Feb. 11.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in California?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in California from the following companies over the past two weeks: Fox (RM 112/day), Thrifty (RM 219/day), and Dollar (RM 306/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Super Cheap (10.0 rating), Priceless (9.2 rating) and Silvercar (8.7 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 RM 4.69/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 211 and RM 304 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • 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 1,611 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 28%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in California.

  • 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 74% on a month-long rental by booking with Zezgo. Zezgo is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in California can cost you on average RM 6,906 a month or RM 230 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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Luxury car rentals in California

Find luxury car rental deals in California from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in California cost an average of RM 299 per day. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the best options when it comes to luxury car rentals in California, with locations not far from Los Angeles, San Francisco and Anaheim. Make sure to take a close look at each offer to ensure no unwanted surprises.
BMW 3 SeriesRM 177/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 190/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 204/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Van rentals in California

Find people carrier rental deals in California from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier rentals in California cost an average of RM 275 per day. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Check out some of the deals we've found for van rentals in the California region, including pickup options close to Los Angeles, San Francisco and Anaheim. If you're not finding the right deal for your van rental, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Proton ExoraRM 193/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Exora
Proton ExoraRM 200/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Exora
Proton ExoraRM 206/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Exora

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 29 March 2024.

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 54+).

Electric

Electric

RM 56+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 54+

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