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Cheap Car Rentals in California from AED 74

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 20/7 and drop-off date of 26/7. 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 8 July 2025.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

AED 145

Cheapest price per day

AED 74

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 8 July 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in California this past week from 17,570 hire locations out of 355 hire agencies. Prices for a California small car hire start from AED 74/day. Check out available deals for 7 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

AED 74+

Compact

Compact

AED 74+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 84+

Standard

Standard

AED 117+

Full-size

Full-size

AED 86+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 445+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 160+

Premium

Premium

AED 120+

Luxury

Luxury

AED 132+

Convertible

Convertible

AED 221+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

AED 456+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 102+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

AED 111+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

AED 114+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

AED 118+

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:

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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:

Mazda Mazda3AED 74/day
4
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda3
Chevrolet Aveo SedanAED 74/day
2
5
M
A/C
Chevrolet Aveo Sedan
Chevrolet SparkAED 97/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark

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 174. Data was last updated on 8 July 2025.
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 Fresno. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Mazda Mazda3AED 74/day
4
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A/C
Mazda Mazda3
Chevrolet Aveo SedanAED 74/day
2
5
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A/C
Chevrolet Aveo Sedan
Honda CivicAED 84/day
5
M
A/C
Honda Civic

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 159/day – about 219% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in California?

Looking to hire a car in California? Fox had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only AED 84.92/day. Hertz also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at AED 109.19/day.

What is the best car rental company in California?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in California is Hertz (rated 5.8/10 with 1,038 reviews). Alamo (rated 8.6/10 with 116 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in California?

Planning to hire a car in California? January is the cheapest month, costing about AED 152 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 220. 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 152

February

AED 153

March

AED 165

April

AED 187

May

AED 181

June

AED 196

July

AED 220

August

AED 201

September

AED 181

October

AED 190

November

AED 178

December

AED 195

What car do most people hire in California?

The most popular types of cars to hire in California are the following: Intermediate cars (Honda Civic or similar), SUV cars (BMW X3 or similar), and Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in California?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 83 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in California at 64.

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 317 pickup locations in California to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 July 2025.

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 8 July 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in California, including pickup locations serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and Fresno. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Hertz

5.8
Fair
1038 reviews64 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.0

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
116 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.6
Good
301 reviews83 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.5

Sixt

7.3
Good
327 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.2

Avis

6.2
Okay
464 reviews47 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Budget

6.2
Okay
754 reviews45 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Midway

6.2
Okay
497 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.7

Dollar

5.4
Fair
461 reviews37 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.8

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in California, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in California?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 134/day when booking a car hire in California. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 109/day from Dollar, booked on Jul. 6.

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

    Dollar offers hire cars in California for about AED 1,289 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 5,524 (AED 184/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 July 2025.

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 32+).

Electric

Electric

AED 32+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 34+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 66+

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