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Best deals found for California car rentals

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Hyundai Elantra
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers

C$ 15/day

19 Nov - 22 Nov
Hyundai Elantra
Honda Fit
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers
5-door vehicles

C$ 16/day

17 Dec - 27 Dec
Honda Fit
Nissan Sylphy
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

C$ 16/day

19 Nov - 22 Nov
Nissan Sylphy
Toyota Corolla
or similar Standard
Up to 5 passengers

C$ 19/day

2 Dec - 6 Dec
Toyota Corolla
Nissan Qashqai
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

C$ 20/day

20 Nov - 23 Nov
Nissan Qashqai
Chevrolet Impala
or similar Full-size
Up to 5 passengers

C$ 22/day

20 Nov - 28 Nov
Chevrolet Impala
Honda Fit
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers
5-door vehicles

C$ 22/day

15 Dec - 21 Dec
Honda Fit
Nissan Sentra
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

C$ 22/day

15 Dec - 21 Dec
Nissan Sentra
Ford Escape
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

C$ 22/day

20 Nov - 23 Nov
Ford Escape

Rental cars insight and trends in California

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

What is the best rental car company in California?

The best car rental company in California is Budget, which has a rating of 6.3/10 from 1,409 momondo users. Budget has 49 locations in California, including the city of Santa Monica.

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

The most popular type of cars to rent in California are SUV cars. This type of car costs C$ 96 per day on average. 36% of users prefer to rent SUV cars in California due to price, availability, and their planned activities.

California car rental deals found on momondo

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

Small cars

C$ 54 - C$ 74

All Car Types

C$ 64 - C$ 89

The average price of a small car rental in California is C$ 61. The cheapest time to rent a small car in California is in June. The price is 13% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 54 per day. A small car rental is typically 20% less expensive than the average rental car in California. The average price of a vehicle rental in California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for California small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car rental in California is C$ 63. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in California is in November. The price is 22% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 50 per day. A medium car rental is typically 17% less expensive than the average rental car in California. The average price of a vehicle rental in California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for California medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car rental in California is C$ 86. The cheapest time to rent a large car in California is in September. The price is 14% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 75 per day. A large car rental is typically 12% more expensive than the average rental car in California. The average price of a vehicle rental in California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for California large car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV rental in California is C$ 72. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in California is in November. The price is 20% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 58 per day. A SUV rental is typically 7% less expensive than the average rental car in California. The average price of a vehicle rental in California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for California SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van rental in California is C$ 113. The cheapest time to rent a van in California is in January. The price is 15% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 97 per day. A van rental is typically 33% more expensive than the average rental car in California. The average price of a vehicle rental in California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for California van rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a luxury car rental in California is C$ 100. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in California is in January. The price is 21% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 79 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 23% more expensive than the average rental car in California. The average price of a vehicle rental in California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for California luxury car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a convertible rental in California is C$ 136. The cheapest time to rent a convertible in California is in January. The price is 25% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 104 per day. A convertible rental is typically 44% more expensive than the average rental car in California. The average price of a vehicle rental in California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for California convertible rentals found on momondo in the past week.

Honda Fit
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers
5-door vehicles

C$ 16/day

17 Dec - 27 Dec
Honda Fit
Nissan Versa
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

C$ 16/day

19 Nov - 22 Nov
Nissan Versa
Honda Fit
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers
5-door vehicles

C$ 22/day

15 Dec - 21 Dec
Honda Fit

California car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in California

Hertz

6.0
Okay
1236 reviews85 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

Alamo

8.7
Very good
155 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7
Good
356 reviews98 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Sixt

7.3
Good
397 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.2

Avis

6.4
Okay
450 reviews49 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Budget

6.3
Okay
833 reviews49 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.2

Midway

6.3
Okay
500 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.8

Dollar

5.7
Fair
479 reviews30 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.1

Car rental in California

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

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

The most popular length of time momondo users rent a car in California is 7 days. For a 7-day rental the average daily price is C$ 64, though prices are subject to change depending on the type of car you rent and what city you stay in. To rent a car for a week in general is C$ 445 on average and for a weekend rental, expect to pay a total of C$ 153 on average. Month-long California car rentals are generally about C$ 2,602 in total depending on your dates.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in California?

Prices for cars in California are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in California?

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

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including California. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to rent a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred rental company before booking.

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

To rent 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 rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting 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 rental company you're booking with.


Why use momondo?

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

Booking a car rental in California via momondo could save you time and money. momondo provides you with a wide selection of options and cars as we search thousands of car rental websites and locations to enable you to make the best choice for your trip.

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

Filtering is how momondo helps you find a great rental car in California. Narrow your search using price and map features as well as filtering by fuel or mileage policies amongst many other filters available.

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

Yes, momondo allows you to filter specifically for car rental companies in California offering free cancellation.

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

Yes, momondo has a filter for fair fuel policies on car rentals in California.

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

Yes, rental cars in California with enhanced cleaning options can be searched for on momondo.

Can I search for rental cars in California with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Absolutely. You can specifically filter for rental car deals in California with unlimited mileage on momondo.


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