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Cheap Car Rentals in California from AED 76

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 11/12 and drop-off date of 4/1. 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 17 November 2024.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

AED 197

Cheapest price per day

AED 76

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 353 pickup locations in California to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 November 2024.

Price

AED 97 - AED 165

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 17 November 2024.

January

AED 113

February

AED 143

March

AED 168

April

AED 165

May

AED 161

June

AED 161

July

AED 190

August

AED 179

September

AED 161

October

AED 168

November

AED 146

December

AED 157

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 17 November 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in California this past week from 16,619 hire locations out of 328 hire agencies. Prices for a California small car hire start from AED 76/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

AED 97+

Compact

Compact

AED 97+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 102+

Standard

Standard

AED 101+

Full-size

Full-size

AED 107+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 154+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 171+

Premium

Premium

AED 139+

Luxury

Luxury

AED 164+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

AED 392+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 113+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

AED 123+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

AED 138+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

AED 159+

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 17 November 2024.

Small cars

AED 147 - AED 238

All Car Types

AED 184 - AED 271

To rent a small car in California, you would pay an average price of AED 189/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a small car in California (~AED 147/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 238/day). In fact, February is about 23% 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 16% 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 AED 202/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in California (~AED 180/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~AED 264/day). In fact, January is about 12% 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 10% 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 AED 251/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a large car in California (~AED 170/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 312/day). In fact, January is about 33% 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 11% 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 AED 217/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in California (~AED 180/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~AED 248/day). In fact, September is about 18% 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 saves you 3% 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 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 AED 261/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a van in California (~AED 170/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~AED 494/day). In fact, September is about 35% 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 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.

To rent a luxury car in California, you would pay an average price of AED 268/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in California (~AED 153/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~AED 371/day). In fact, January is about 43% 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 is 17% 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 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 AED 296/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in California (~AED 167/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~AED 398/day). In fact, December is about 44% 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 is 25% 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.

Ford FiestaAED 76/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Toyota CorollaAED 96/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Hyundai AccentAED 97/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent

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

Hertz

6.0
Okay
1234 reviews85 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

Alamo

8.7
Very Good
155 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7
Good
354 reviews98 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Sixt

7.3
Good
396 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.2

Avis

6.4
Okay
452 reviews49 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Budget

6.3
Okay
833 reviews49 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.2

Midway

6.3
Okay
500 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.8

Dollar

5.7
Fair
478 reviews31 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.1

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 AED 128. Data was last updated on 17 November 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 West Hollywood. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Ford FiestaAED 76/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Chevrolet ImpalaAED 81/day
5
M
A/C
Chevrolet Impala
Ford EcoSportAED 89/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in California, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in California?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 188/day when booking a car hire in California. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 123/day from Ace, booked on Nov. 10.

  • 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 (AED 81/day), Ace (AED 98/day), and Dollar (AED 101/day).

  • 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 Carl's (8.0 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 AED 3.31/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 149 and AED 215 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 offers hire cars in California for about AED 1,433 per week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in California it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 31%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • 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?

    The monthly cost of a car rental in California is AED 6,142 (AED 205/day) on average.

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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 AED 266 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 November 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 West Hollywood. Before selecting a deal, make sure the details of the reservation work for you and your fellow passengers.
Lexus ESAED 147/day
5
4
M
A/C
Lexus ES
Audi A8AED 154/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A8
Lexus ESAED 174/day
5
4
M
A/C
Lexus ES

Car rentals by fuel type in California

Browse car rentals by fuel type in California. Deals were last updated on 17 November 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in California. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

AED 56+

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