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- Huntington Beach offers various entertainment and sightseeing opportunities, such as the Huntington Beach Pier, where you can partake in some fishing activities with friends or colleagues. Using assistance from car rentals in Huntington Beach, you can drive about 4.2 miles to the Bolsa Chica State Beach for a fun-filled surfing day. You can get to this city via three airports, the Los Angeles International Airport, John Wayne Airport, and Long Beach Airport.
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is about 36 miles away from Huntington Beach. The John Wayne Airport (SNA) is around 10 miles, while the Long Beach Airport (LGB) sits approximately 17 miles from central Huntington Beach. John Wayne Airport has a convenient center for car rentals in Huntington Beach where you can get Fox, U-Save, Thrifty, Turo, and GREEN MOTION services. You can board a shuttle from the airport’s Ground Transportation Center at the lower Arrival Level to the pick-up location. Long Beach Airport contains a Rental Car Center with several providers such as Budget, Turo, Alamo, Avis, Enterprise, and National. You can access this center by following the signs to the Baggage Claim, exiting the terminal, and proceeding to their counters. Upon arriving via the Los Angeles International Airport, you can find companies like Ace Rent-A-Car, GREEN MOTION, NU Car, Economy Rent a Car, Priceless, U-Save, and Thrifty at the Rental Car office. The airport has a courtesy shuttle service that can efficiently transport you to the pick-up point. You can get these buses below the purple Rental Car Shuttles sign outside the Baggage Claim on the arrivals level islands.
- Huntington Beach has freeway access to the three airports, making it comfortable to move in and around the city in your rented car. The multiple public streets and major highways, such as I-405 (San Diego Freeway), Highway 1 (Pacific Coast Highway), and Highway 39 (Beach Blvd), that facilitate efficient maneuverability. You want to carefully watch for cyclists because many Huntington Beach residents use bicycles and sometimes ride outside the assigned bike lane. The city also has jaywalking situations, so you should drive with keen attention to the pedestrians.
- Huntington Beach experiences heavy traffic along the major roads during the evening rush hours, such as I-405 that welcomes commuters from LAX. It’s recommended to organize your schedule with some flexibility because most morning congestion occurs from about 7am to around 10am. This seaside city has snow-less winters and maintains pleasant conditions nearly all year, enabling you to enjoy quality driving on your visit.
- Book your car hire in Huntington Beach at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini hire cars in Huntington Beach are around 30% more expensive than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Huntington Beach
What type of car is recommended for driving in Huntington Beach?
You can rent a jeep if you’re exploring around the city since the model can make your trips to different beaches more exciting. Some drivers may double park in the lots and having a compact type can enhance your convenience and navigation in the limited areas.
What’s the speed limit in Huntington Beach?
The city has around a 15mph speed limit at intersections, railroad crossings, and alleys where you may experience low visibility. You must restrict your speed to approximately 25mph when cruising along with residential and business districts. Besides, the maximum speed limit in urban regions is about 55mph under California law.
Where are the best places to park in Huntington Beach?
You can utilize the Pacific City Parking with ample handicap parking along the Pacific Coast Highway, costing about $50 daily for self-parking. The Main Promenade Parking Structure on Main Street in the town center has more affordable rates of around $15 per day. Most beaches in the city offer free parking, such as the Bolsa Chica State Beach and Huntington Beach Pier.
How much is the price of fuel in Huntington Beach?
The average price of fuel in Huntington Beach is R70,24 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R843 and R1 124, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Huntington Beach?
Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Huntington Beach.
How can I find car hires near me in Huntington Beach?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Huntington Beach?
A Mini car hire in Huntington Beach costs R1 923 per day, on average.
How much does a Special car hire cost in Huntington Beach?
A Special car hire in Huntington Beach costs R938 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Huntington Beach?
An Intermediate car hire in Huntington Beach costs R790 per day, on average.
Huntington Beach car rental reviews and directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
9,5
Wonderful
8 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.2
Value for money
9.0
One location in Huntington Beach
Locations in Huntington Beach
17541 Beach Blvd
+1 714 841 5011
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10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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Moe, my first contact. While swapped, handled my needs like a pro. He is a great rep for Enterprise Car Rental.Cons:
Nothing really.9,6 Wonderful
Nov 2020
Pros:
Friendly staff and quick service without upselling.Cons:
The parking lot is not marked well enough given the tight space. Painting on the ground would help determine where to pick up and drop off the cars and where to wait if you're getting dropped off or picked up by someone?10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2020
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Staff was friendly, drop off very easy6,8 Okay
Aug 2020
Cons:
Overpriced10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2019
Pros:
The staff was great the car was great as well i loged it will definitely come backCons:
Honestly everything was perfectAvis
8,4
Very Good
10 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.2
Value for money
8.0
2 locations in Huntington Beach
Locations in Huntington Beach
19092 Beach Boulevard
+1 714 374 1977
1989 Harbor Blvd
+1 949 200 6425
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4,0 Mediocre
Nov 2023
2,0 Poor
Sep 2020
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They could have a car! They said there’s no car. Messed up a job interview.8,0 Very Good
Aug 2019
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Issue with ants in the car2,0 Poor
Jan 2022
Hertz
6,8
Okay
15 reviewsCleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.9
Value for money
6.7
2 locations in Huntington Beach
Locations in Huntington Beach
17090 Beach Blvd
+1 714 378 0854
18011 Newhope Street, Suite B
+1 714 424 0063
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2,0 Poor
Dec 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Dec 2023
2,0 Poor
Apr 2021
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They had no cars available. And made no effort to get one. Next time will go direct .2,0 Poor
Aug 2019
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Pick up time listed on the reservation confirmation was 1200hr. The location closed at 1200hr and was closed for the rest of the weekend. So I didnt get a car and had to make other arrangements.2,0 Poor
Mar 2023
8,0 Very Good
Sep 2022
Budget
2,6
Poor
11 reviewsCleanliness
5.3
Comfort
5.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.6
Value for money
5.3
2 locations in Huntington Beach
Locations in Huntington Beach
19092 Beach Boulevard
+1 714 842 2614
1989 Harbor Blvd
+1 714 557 0532
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10,0 Wonderful
Nov 2023
2,0 Poor
Oct 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
2,0 Poor
Oct 2022
2,0 Poor
Apr 2023
Thrifty
2,0
Poor
1 reviewCleanliness
2.0
Comfort
2.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
2.0
One location in Huntington Beach
Locations in Huntington Beach
17090 Beach Blvd
+1 714 378 0854
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Sixt
7,3
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One location in Huntington Beach
Locations in Huntington Beach
19721 Beach Blvd
+1 888 749 8227
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Dollar
6,0
Okay
No reviews available
One location in Huntington Beach
Locations in Huntington Beach
17090 Beach Blvd
+1 714 378 0854
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Most popular car type | Mini |
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When to book a car hire in Huntington Beach
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Huntington Beach car hire information
| Pick-up location | Huntington Beach |
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| Hire locations | 7 |
| Airport locations | 0 |