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.
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
AED 74+
Compact
AED 74+
Intermediate
AED 84+
Standard
AED 117+
Full-size
AED 86+
People carrier
AED 445+
Full-size SUV
AED 160+
Premium
AED 120+
Luxury
AED 132+
Convertible
AED 221+
Premium SUV
AED 456+
Compact SUV
AED 102+
Intermediate SUV
AED 111+
Standard SUV
AED 114+
Supplier choice
AED 118+
Compare car rental deals in California by type
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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 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.
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.
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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
AED 32+
Hybrid
AED 34+
Petrol/Diesel
AED 66+