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Cheap Car Rentals in California from ₹ 2,339

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in California with a pick-up date of 27/3 and drop-off date of 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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California car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in California. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 March 2026.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

₹ 5,898

Cheapest price per day

₹ 2,339
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Popular car types in California

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in California and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 12 March 2026.
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There are, in total, 17,602 car hire locations in California that are operated by 372 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: ₹ 2,339/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from California hire providers:

Economy

Economy

₹ 2,339+

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Compact

Compact

₹ 2,501+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 2,501+

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Standard

Standard

₹ 2,558+

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Full-size

Full-size

₹ 2,863+

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Minivan

Minivan

₹ 4,420+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 4,318+

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Premium

Premium

₹ 3,138+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

₹ 4,625+

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Luxury

Luxury

₹ 4,078+

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Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

₹ 2,872+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

₹ 4,545+

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Supplier choice

Supplier choice

₹ 2,253+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

₹ 2,724+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

₹ 2,920+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

₹ 3,078+

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Compare car rental deals in California by type

Here are the best California small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best California medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best California large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best California SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best California luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen Polo₹ 2,339/day
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Suzuki Swift₹ 2,375/day
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Hyundai i10₹ 2,400/day
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Best car rental deals found in California

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in California. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in California with an average daily rate of ₹ 3,611. Data was last updated on 12 March 2026.
Volkswagen Polo₹ 2,339/day
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Suzuki Swift₹ 2,375/day
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Hyundai i10₹ 2,400/day
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Cheapflights insights for California car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in California, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in California?

For the best savings on car hire in California, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₹ 4,024/day – about 7,526% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in California?

Dollar is currently the cheapest car hire company in California with deals as low as ₹ 2,250/day found in the past two weeks. Thrifty is another inexpensive option with rates as low as ₹ 2,262/day.

What is the best car rental company in California?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in California is Alamo (rated 8.6/10). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.6/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Alamo
Alamo
8.6
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.6
Sixt
Sixt
7.4
Avis
Avis
6.3

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in California?

At California, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just ₹ 3,963. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging ₹ 5,566 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In California, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just ₹ 3,963. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging ₹ 5,566 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

₹ 3,963

February

₹ 4,647

March

₹ 4,422

April

₹ 4,627

May

₹ 4,821

June

₹ 5,158

July

₹ 5,566

August

₹ 5,372

September

₹ 4,749

October

₹ 5,107

November

₹ 4,637

December

₹ 5,137

What car do most people rent in California?

The most popular types of cars to hire in California are the following: Full-size cars (Kia Optima or similar), Intermediate cars (Jeep Cherokee or similar), and Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in California?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 99 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in California at 66.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in California?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across California, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 342 pickup locations in California to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 March 2026.

If you're looking for the best car rental deals in California, start with Ontario, where rates average ₹ 2,643/day. You can also find good prices in San Diego (₹ 3,596/day), San Francisco (₹ 3,612/day), and Los Angeles (₹ 3,745/day).

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Top rental agencies in California

Explore the leading car rental agencies in California known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in California. Reviews were last updated on 12 March 2026.

Alamo

11 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

99 locations
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Sixt

20 locations
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Avis

49 locations
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Midway

14 locations
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Budget

48 locations
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Hertz

66 locations
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Thrifty

35 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in California, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 March 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in California?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 5,831/day when booking a car hire in California. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 3,913/day from Thrifty, booked on Mar. 7.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in California for a week from Hertz?

    From Hertz you can hire a car in California from about ₹ 34,212 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in California?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in California for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in California for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in California can be found for about ₹ 146,623, with the average price for a rental being around ₹ 4,887 a day. Book with Thrifty, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 46% less compared to the average price of car rentals in California.

Car rentals by fuel type in California

Browse car rentals by fuel type in California. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in California. Deals were last updated on 12 March 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in California. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (₹ 29+).

Electric

Electric

₹ 29+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 30+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 62+

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