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Car Hire in California

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Best deals found for California car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular hire cars in California
Toyota Auris
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€19/day

6 May - 14 May
Toyota Auris
Opel Corsa
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

€21/day

6 May - 14 May
Opel Corsa
Vauxhall Mokka
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

€23/day

6 May - 14 May
Vauxhall Mokka
Nissan Qashqai
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

€23/day

6 May - 14 May
Nissan Qashqai
Ford Focus
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€26/day

3 May - 10 May
Ford Focus
Nissan X-Trail
or similar Standard SUV
Up to 5 passengers

€26/day

6 May - 14 May
Nissan X-Trail
Nissan Qashqai
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

€27/day

3 May - 10 May
Nissan Qashqai
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
or similar Premium
Up to 5 passengers

€28/day

6 May - 14 May
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Volkswagen T-ROC
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

€28/day

3 May - 10 May
Volkswagen T-ROC

Car hire insight and trends in California

Useful insights to help you book the perfect car hire in California

What is the best car hire agency in California?

With an average review score of 6.2/10 from 1,471 reviewers, Budget is rated the best car hire company in California by our users. Budget has 51 locations in California including the popular city of San Diego.

California car hire deals found on momondo

Find the car hire in California that's right for you

Small cars

€31 - €70

All Car Types

€47 - €83

The average price of a small car hire in California is €50. The cheapest time to hire a small car in California is in January. The price is 40% lower than the rest of the year at just €31 per day. A small car rental is typically 18% less expensive than the average rental car in California. The average price of a car hire in California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for California small car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car hire in California is €57. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in California is in February. The price is 23% lower than the rest of the year at just €44 per day. A medium car rental is typically 9% less expensive than the average rental car in California. The average price of a car hire in California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for California medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car hire in California is €72. The cheapest time to hire a large car in California is in March. The price is 25% lower than the rest of the year at just €55 per day. A large car rental is typically 16% more expensive than the average rental car in California. The average price of a car hire in California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for California large car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV hire in California is €57. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in California is in April. The price is 16% lower than the rest of the year at just €48 per day. A SUV rental is typically 9% less expensive than the average rental car in California. The average price of a car hire in California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for California SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van hire in California is €74. The cheapest time to hire a van in California is in April. The price is 16% lower than the rest of the year at just €63 per day. A van rental is typically 18% more expensive than the average rental car in California. The average price of a car hire in California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for California van hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a luxury car hire in California is €71. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in California is in November. The price is 38% lower than the rest of the year at just €45 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 14% more expensive than the average rental car in California. The average price of a car hire in California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a convertible hire in California is €80. The cheapest time to hire a convertible in California is in February. The price is 38% lower than the rest of the year at just €50 per day. A convertible rental is typically 23% more expensive than the average rental car in California. The average price of a car hire in California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for California convertible hire found on momondo in the past week.

Toyota Auris
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€19/day

6 May - 14 May
Toyota Auris
Opel Corsa
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

€21/day

6 May - 14 May
Opel Corsa
Ford Focus
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€26/day

3 May - 10 May
Ford Focus

California car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in California

Hertz

6.0
Okay
1127 reviews84 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
155 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7
Good
357 reviews98 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Sixt

7.4
Good
361 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.2

Budget

6.2
Okay
879 reviews51 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Avis

6.2
Okay
481 reviews50 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.3

Midway

6.2
Okay
492 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.7

Dollar

5.6
Fair
471 reviews44 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.9

Car hire in California

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in California so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

How long do people hire a car for when staying in California?

Consider hiring a car in California for 7 days, which is the most popular length of time people tend to spend in the region. The average daily hire cost for 7 days is €40. Weekend and 1-week-long hires will average a total of €280 and €96, respectively. For your more long-term car hire needs, a 1-month-long 7 car hire will cost €1,633 in total on average.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in California?

Prices for cars in California refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in California?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in California?

Among different countries, including California, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the hire company you're considering before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in California?

To hire a car in California, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in California?

You should book a car hire in California using momondo because it is quick, free and easy to use and could save you money. momondo does the hard work of finding the car hire prices and policies, all you need to do is compare and choose what works best for your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in California?

By the use of filters, momondo makes finding a great car hire in California easier. Whether it is price, car type, amenities or policies, momondo allows you to refine your search with these and more filters to find the best deal for you.

Does momondo show car hire deals in California with free cancellation?

Yes you can filter specifically for car hire companies in California offering free cancellation on momondo.

Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in California on momondo?

Absolutely! momondo offers this feature when searching for a car hire in California.

Can I find a car hire in California which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

Yes, momondo can show you specific deals which include enhanced cleaning on car hire in California.

Can I search for car hire in California with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Yes, momondo is capable of showing unlimited mileage car hire options in California.


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