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Car Hire in California

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San Francisco, CA, United States
2 May — 9 May
San Francisco, CA, United States
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Best deals found for California car rentals

Find great deals below on a variety of popular hire cars in California
Honda Amaze
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers

₹ 1,551/day

5 May - 18 May
Honda Amaze
Ford Ikon
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

₹ 1,637/day

5 May - 18 May
Ford Ikon
Hyundai i20
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

₹ 1,658/day

5 May - 18 May
Hyundai i20
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
or similar Premium
Up to 5 passengers

₹ 1,741/day

5 May - 18 May
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Ford EcoSport
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

₹ 1,870/day

5 May - 18 May
Ford EcoSport
Toyota Etios
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers

₹ 1,907/day

13 May - 18 May
Toyota Etios
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
or similar Luxury
Up to 5 passengers
4-door vehicles

₹ 2,060/day

5 May - 18 May
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Hyundai i10
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

₹ 2,110/day

30 Apr - 17 May
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i20
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

₹ 2,110/day

30 Apr - 17 May
Hyundai i20

California car rental deals found on momondo

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

Small cars

₹ 3,651 - ₹ 6,022

All Car Types

₹ 4,579 - ₹ 7,060

The average price of a small car rental in California is ₹ 4,898. The cheapest time to rent a small car in California is in September. The price is 26% lower than the rest of the year at just ₹ 3,651 per day. A small car rental is typically 22% 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 ₹ 5,292. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in California is in January. The price is 25% lower than the rest of the year at just ₹ 3,975 per day. A medium car rental is typically 16% 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 ₹ 7,343. The cheapest time to rent a large car in California is in January. The price is 34% lower than the rest of the year at just ₹ 4,904 per day. A large car rental is typically 16% 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 ₹ 6,438. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in California is in January. The price is 38% lower than the rest of the year at just ₹ 4,002 per day. A SUV rental is typically 4% 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 SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van rental in California is ₹ 8,792. The cheapest time to rent a van in California is in February. The price is 28% lower than the rest of the year at just ₹ 6,400 per day. A van rental is typically 30% 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.

The average price of a luxury car rental in California is ₹ 8,157. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in California is in July. The price is 53% lower than the rest of the year at just ₹ 3,854 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 24% 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 ₹ 9,583. The cheapest time to rent a convertible in California is in January. The price is 42% lower than the rest of the year at just ₹ 5,598 per day. A convertible rental is typically 35% 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.

Ford Ka
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

₹ 1,637/day

5 May - 18 May
Ford Ka
Suzuki Swift Dzire
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

₹ 1,658/day

5 May - 18 May
Suzuki Swift Dzire
Ford Ka
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

₹ 2,110/day

30 Apr - 17 May
Ford Ka

Car hire insight and trends in California

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

What is the best hire car agency in California?

The best car hire company in California is Enterprise Rent-A-Car. This is based on an average momondo customer rating of 7.8/10 from 1,006 reviews. If you are planning a trip to California, you will be able to find Enterprise Rent-A-Car at 105 locations in the region, such as in the city of San Diego.

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

34% of momondo users prefer to hire SUV vehicles when visiting California. You can expect daily rental prices for this type of car to be ₹ 6,306 on average. Rates might be different depending on what agency you hire your car from and what city you intend to visit. Keep in mind that there are also other types of rental cars available in California if this one doesn’t suit your needs.

California car hire directory

All major car rental suppliers in California

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
1255 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
1627 reviews105 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

Budget

6.5
Okay
2093 reviews57 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Avis

6.4
Okay
1239 reviews58 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Hertz

6.2
Okay
3461 reviews94 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.3

Dollar

6.1
Okay
1813 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.4

Thrifty

6.0
Okay
1685 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

Sixt

7.4
Good
677 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.2

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 rent a car for when staying in California?

Consider renting 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 rental cost for 7 days is ₹ 3,782. Weekend and 1-week-long rentals will average a total of ₹ 9,110 and ₹ 26,471, respectively. For your more long-term car rental needs, a 1-month-long California car rental will cost ₹ 154,607 in total on average.

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?

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 rental company you're considering 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 hire in California?

Choosing momondo to search for car hire in California makes sense because it is quick and free of charge. We find all the rental car hire prices and policies, you simply choose what works best for you and your trip.

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

Once you have performed a search for a car hire in 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 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?

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

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

Enhanced cleaning services can be found on all car hire locations on momondo including California.

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

Yes, car hire deals in California with unlimited mileage can be found on momondo.


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