
California car hire
Cheap car hire in California
KAYAK’s insights & trends for California car hire
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in California with confidence.
How far in advance should you book car hire in California?
You should book your car hire in California around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in California?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Yesaway (R350/day), Budget (R467/day), and Avis (R482/day).
What is the most popular car to hire in California?
Hires in the Medium category (Toyota Corolla or similar) are the most popular option in California, costing R936/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as R327/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in California?
The cheapest month to hire a car in California is January at an average cost of R774/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in California when prices are R1 070/day on average, which tends to be 11% above the yearly average hire price for California.
Which car hire company in California has the most locations?
Avis operates 57 locations in California, more than any other car hire company.
California car hire price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right car hire in California by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small cars | R611 - R950 | |
|---|---|---|
All Car Types | R946 - R1 433 |
How much does it cost to hire a small car in California?
How much does it cost to hire a medium car in California?
How much does it cost to hire a large car in California?
How much does it cost to hire an SUV in California?
How much does it cost to hire a van in California?
How much does it cost to hire a pickup truck in California?
How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in California?
How much does it cost to hire a convertible in California?
Small car hire in California typically costs around R823 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average R611 per day, which is about 26% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 33% cheaper than the average car hire in California, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.
Medium car hire in California typically costs around R1 232 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average R907 per day, which is about 27% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 1% more expensive than the average car hire in California, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car hire in California typically cost around R1 120 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average R888 per day, which is about 21% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 9% cheaper than the average car hire in California, offering more comfort for longer trips at a reasonable price.
SUV hire in California typically costs around R1 208 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average R944 per day, which is about 22% less than the yearly average. SUVs can be 2% cheaper than the average car hire in California, providing extra space and capability for groups or road trips at a reasonable price.
Van hire in California typically costs around R1 713 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average R1 375 per day, which is about 20% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 29% more expensive than the average car hire in California but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck hire in California typically costs around R1 009 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average R666 per day, which is about 34% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 18% cheaper than the average car hire in California, making them a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car hire in California typically costs around R1 401 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average R1 104 per day, which is about 22% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 13% more expensive than the average car hire in California but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible hire in California typically costs around R1 483 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average R1 233 per day, which is about 17% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 18% more expensive than the average car hire in California but are perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
Good to know
Most popular agency | Most popular car type | Average price | Good deal |
|---|---|---|---|
Budget | Small | R964/day | R806/day |
Top tips for hiring a car in California
FAQs about hiring a car in California
Car hire directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in California
171 Locations
Hertz car hire locations in California
115 Locations
Avis car hire locations in California
85 Locations
Budget car hire locations in California
81 Locations
Thrifty car hire locations in California
73 Locations
Dollar car hire locations in California
71 Locations
Sixt car hire locations in California
29 Locations
Midway car hire locations in California
23 Locations
Eagle Rent A Car car hire locations in California
21 Locations
National car hire locations in California
21 Locations
Sunnycars car hire locations in California
18 Locations
Alamo car hire locations in California
17 Locations