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Car Hire in Southern California

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Los Angeles, CA, United States
10 May — 17 May
Los Angeles, CA, United States
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Best deals found for Southern California car hire

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

€19/day

9 May - 14 May
Renault Clio
Citroen C4 Picasso
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers

€22/day

13 May - 25 May
Citroen C4 Picasso
Volkswagen T-ROC
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

€22/day

13 May - 25 May
Volkswagen T-ROC
Nissan Qashqai
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

€22/day

13 May - 25 May
Nissan Qashqai
Renault Zoe
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

€23/day

13 May - 25 May
Renault Zoe
BMW 3 Series
or similar Full-size
Up to 5 passengers

€26/day

13 May - 25 May
BMW 3 Series
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
or similar Premium
Up to 5 passengers

€26/day

13 May - 25 May
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Volkswagen Tiguan
or similar Standard SUV
Up to 5 passengers

€29/day

13 May - 25 May
Volkswagen Tiguan
Skoda Octavia
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers

€29/day

16 May - 30 May
Skoda Octavia

Southern California car hire deals found on momondo

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Small cars

€35 - €66

All Car Types

€44 - €69

The average price of a small car hire in Southern California is €44. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Southern California is in February. The price is 23% lower than the rest of the year at just €35 per day. A small car rental is typically 17% less expensive than the average rental car in Southern California. The average price of a car hire in Southern 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 Southern California small car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car hire in Southern California is €52. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Southern California is in April. The price is 14% lower than the rest of the year at just €45 per day. A medium car rental is typically 4% less expensive than the average rental car in Southern California. The average price of a car hire in Southern 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 Southern California medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car hire in Southern California is €58. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Southern California is in November. The price is 30% lower than the rest of the year at just €41 per day. A large car rental is typically 7% more expensive than the average rental car in Southern California. The average price of a car hire in Southern 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 Southern California large car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV hire in Southern California is €50. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Southern California is in November. The price is 24% lower than the rest of the year at just €39 per day. A SUV rental is typically 6% less expensive than the average rental car in Southern California. The average price of a car hire in Southern 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 Southern California SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van hire in Southern California is €73. The cheapest time to hire a van in Southern California is in November. The price is 35% lower than the rest of the year at just €48 per day. A van rental is typically 27% more expensive than the average rental car in Southern California. The average price of a car hire in Southern 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 Southern California van hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a luxury car hire in Southern California is €64. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Southern California is in January. The price is 42% lower than the rest of the year at just €38 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 17% more expensive than the average rental car in Southern California. The average price of a car hire in Southern 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 Southern California luxury car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a convertible hire in Southern California is €72. The cheapest time to hire a convertible in Southern California is in February. The price is 24% lower than the rest of the year at just €55 per day. A convertible rental is typically 25% more expensive than the average rental car in Southern California. The average price of a car hire in Southern 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 Southern California convertible hire found on momondo in the past week.

Renault Clio
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€19/day

9 May - 14 May
Renault Clio
Opel Corsa
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

€23/day

13 May - 25 May
Opel Corsa
Nissan Qashqai
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€30/day

24 May - 2 Jun
Nissan Qashqai

Car hire insight and trends in Southern California

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

What is the best car hire agency in Southern California?

If you plan on visiting Southern California, consider hiring a car from Budget, which is the best car hire company in the region with 42 locations. 1,186 momondo reviewers gave this rental agency an average rating of 6.2 out of 10 for their reasonable prices and customer service. You can find Budget in San Diego and many other cities throughout Southern California.

What is the most popular type of car to hire in Southern California?

40% of users prefer to hire Intermediate vehicles in Southern California, making it the most popular car hire type. If you are also interested in hiring one for your trip to Southern California, then you can expect to pay around €46 per day.

Southern California car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Southern California

Budget

6.2
Okay
1414 reviews42 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.3

Hertz

6.1
Okay
2410 reviews61 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.2

Dollar

6.1
Okay
1014 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.4

Alamo

8.3
Very Good
555 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.6
Good
932 reviews74 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Sixt

7.3
Good
481 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.0

Midway

6.3
Okay
496 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.7

Avis

6.2
Okay
950 reviews43 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.3

Car hire in Southern California

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

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Southern California?

Prices for cars in Southern California are updated daily.

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

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Southern California. 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 applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen hire company before making a reservation.

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

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when hiring a car in Southern California. If the license is written in a different language from the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual hire company you're booking with.


Why use momondo?

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

You should use momondo to book a car hire in Southern California because it could save you time and money. momondo fetches and allows you to compare car hire prices and policies from thousands of car hire websites.

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

Once you have performed a search for a car hire in Southern California, momondo will show the results and enable you to find the best deal by using our filters; here you can narrow your search down by vehicle type, price, agencies and a multitude of policies that can apply.

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

Yes, whether it is for cars in Southern California or elsewhere, momondo allows you to filter specifically for policies that offer free cancellation.

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

Fair fuel policies are specifically available to select on momondo, allowing you to refine your search for car hire in Southern California.

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

Yes, momondo shows deals with enhanced cleaning services for hire cars in Southern California.

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

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


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