California

Cheap Car Rentals in California from S$ 30

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 20-10 and drop-off date of 4-11. 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 16 August 2025.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

S$ 64

Cheapest price per day

S$ 30

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 16 August 2025.

There are 357 hire agencies servicing California. These agencies, altogether, have 17,535 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in California with prices from S$ 30 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in California:

Economy

Economy

S$ 30+

Compact

Compact

S$ 30+

Intermediate

Intermediate

S$ 32+

Standard

Standard

S$ 49+

Full-size

Full-size

S$ 35+

People carrier

People carrier

S$ 65+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

S$ 55+

Premium

Premium

S$ 39+

Luxury

Luxury

S$ 49+

Convertible

Convertible

S$ 78+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

S$ 83+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

S$ 32+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

S$ 32+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

S$ 40+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

S$ 41+

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

S$ 64+

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:

Mitsubishi LancerS$ 30/day
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Mitsubishi Lancer
Audi A1S$ 30/day
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Audi A1
Ford FiestaS$ 32/day
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Ford Fiesta

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 S$ 51. Data was last updated on 16 August 2025.
Mitsubishi LancerS$ 30/day
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Mitsubishi Lancer
Audi A1S$ 30/day
2
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Audi A1
BMW X2S$ 32/day
4
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BMW X2

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 a rental car in California, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around S$ 56, which is about 5% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in California?

Looking to hire a car in California? Thrifty had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only S$ 28.74/day. Dollar also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at S$ 30.93/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 1,136 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 February, with an average daily rate of just S$ 56. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging S$ 77 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 February, with an average daily rate of just S$ 56. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging S$ 77 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

S$ 56

February

S$ 56

March

S$ 59

April

S$ 64

May

S$ 69

June

S$ 71

July

S$ 77

August

S$ 76

September

S$ 69

October

S$ 69

November

S$ 66

December

S$ 72

What car do most people rent in California?

Intermediate cars (Acura TLX or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting California. Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu 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.

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 397 pickup locations in California to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 August 2025.

Among the most popular cities in California, Los Angeles offers the lowest average rental price at just S$ 34/day. Other affordable options include San Diego (S$ 39/day), San Francisco (S$ 49/day), and San Jose (S$ 85/day).

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 16 August 2025.

Budget

6.3
Okay
1136 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
207 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.1

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
344 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
665 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
539 reviews46 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.9

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in California, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 August 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in California?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 60/day when booking a car hire in California. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 43/day from Dollar, booked on Aug. 10.

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

    Dollar is one of the top picks in California. They can have you in a hire car for about S$ 419 per week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in California for a month is certainly possible.

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

    You can potentially save up to 47% on a month-long rental by booking with Dollar. Dollar is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in California can cost you on average S$ 1,797 a month or S$ 60 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 16 August 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 (S$ 27+).

Electric

Electric

S$ 27+

Hybrid

Hybrid

S$ 27+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

S$ 43+

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