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California car rentals in 2026
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 8 2月 2026.
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 8 2月 2026.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in California this past week from 17,618 hire locations out of 369 hire agencies. Prices for a California small car hire start from AED 99/day. Check out available deals for 8 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
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Mercedes-Benz A-ClassAED 133/day
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Suzuki SwiftAED 146/day
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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 AED 187. Data was last updated on 8 2月 2026.
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BMW 2 Series Active TourerAED 124/day
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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?
For the best savings on car hire in California, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just AED 163/day – about 226% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in California?
Looking to hire a car in California? Ace had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only AED 61.93/day. Budget also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at AED 104.06/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 7.5/10) is also highly rated by our users.
Alamo
8.5
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.5
Sixt
7.4
Avis
6.3
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in California?
Planning to hire a car in California? February is the cheapest month, costing about AED 152 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 212. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
AED 155
February
AED 152
March
AED 162
April
AED 181
May
AED 181
June
AED 192
July
AED 212
August
AED 202
September
AED 175
October
AED 195
November
AED 181
December
AED 204
What car do most people hire in California?
The most popular types of cars to hire in California are the following: SUV cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar), Intermediate cars (Toyota Camry or similar), and Standard cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in California?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 109 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in California at 77.
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 381 pickup locations in California to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 2月 2026.
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 8 2月 2026.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in California, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 2月 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found in California?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 137/day when booking a car hire in California. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 62/day from Ace, booked on Feb. 3.
How much does it cost to hire a car in California for a week from Ace?
Ace offers hire cars in California for about AED 1,353 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.
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 5,797 (AED 193/day) on average.
Car rentals by fuel type in California
Browse car rentals by fuel type in California. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in California. Deals were last updated on 8 2月 2026.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in California. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (AED 34+).
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