California

Cheap Car Hire in California from AED 121

Los Angeles, CA, United States
26 Mar — 2 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Los Angeles, CA, United States
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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 19 March 2024.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

AED 222

Cheapest price per day

AED 121

What are the car hire 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 388 pickup locations in California to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Price

AED 142 - AED 285

Out of all the popular cities in California, Los Angeles is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just AED 142/day. Renting a car in Los Angeles is 50% cheaper than renting one in Santa Barbara where the per day rate is around AED 285. Other fairly inexpensive cities in California to get a rental car in are: San Francisco (AED 146/day), Burbank (AED 148/day), and Palm Springs (AED 175/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Los Angeles should expect to spend around AED 142/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in California is Los Angeles.

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 19 March 2024.

January

AED 117

February

AED 143

March

AED 165

April

AED 168

May

AED 157

June

AED 165

July

AED 183

August

AED 183

September

AED 161

October

AED 165

November

AED 150

December

AED 154

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 19 March 2024.

medium car is the cheapest car type you can hire in California this past week from 15,369 hire locations out of 305 hire agencies. Prices for a California medium car hire start from AED 121/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

AED 137+

Compact

Compact

AED 138+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 139+

Standard

Standard

AED 169+

Full-size

Full-size

AED 197+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 270+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 236+

Premium

Premium

AED 239+

Luxury

Luxury

AED 235+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 143+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

AED 145+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

AED 176+

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 19 March 2024.

Small cars

AED 145 - AED 238

All Car Types

AED 163 - AED 304

To rent a small car in California, you would pay an average price of AED 195/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a small car in California (~AED 145/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~AED 238/day). In fact, February is about 27% 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 17% 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 211/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in California (~AED 144/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~AED 269/day). In fact, November is about 33% 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 285/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a large car in California (~AED 207/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 382/day). In fact, November is about 28% 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 18% 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 230/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in California (~AED 166/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 312/day). In fact, November is about 29% 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 2% 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 390/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a van in California (~AED 181/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~AED 1,314/day). In fact, November is about 54% 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 40% 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 229/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 June (~AED 456/day). In fact, January is about 34% 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 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.

To rent a convertible in California, you would pay an average price of AED 277/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in California (~AED 151/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 454/day). In fact, November is about 46% 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 16% 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.

Honda CivicAED 122/day
4
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A/C
Honda Civic
Toyota YarisAED 122/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Ford KaAED 124/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka

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

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
1232 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
1610 reviews105 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

Budget

6.4
Okay
2077 reviews57 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Avis

6.3
Okay
1232 reviews58 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Hertz

6.2
Okay
3399 reviews94 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.3

Dollar

6.2
Okay
1801 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.4

Thrifty

6.1
Okay
1679 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.2

Sixt

7.5
Good
669 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.3

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 184. Data was last updated on 19 March 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 San Diego. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Ford FusionAED 121/day
5
M
A/C
Ford Fusion
Honda CivicAED 122/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Toyota YarisAED 122/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in California, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in California?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 208/day when booking a car hire in California. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 150/day from Budget, booked on Mar. 17.

  • 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: Dollar (AED 121/day), Avis (AED 127/day), and Thrifty (AED 148/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in California?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Super Cheap (10.0 rating), Signature Rent A Car (10.0 rating) and Priceless (9.2 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 3.53/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 159 and AED 229 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • 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 1,779 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 28%). 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 7,625 (AED 254/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 267 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 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 San Diego. Before selecting a deal, make sure the details of the reservation work for you and your fellow passengers.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class WagonAED 226/day
5
M
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon
Lexus ESAED 236/day
5
4
M
Lexus ES
Mercedes-Benz E-Class WagonAED 242/day
5
M
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon

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 19 March 2024.

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 48+).

Electric

Electric

AED 48+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 84+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 89+

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