California

Cheap Car Rentals in California from ₱1,307

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in California with a pick-up date of 12/13 and drop-off date of 12/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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California car rentals in 2025

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 September 18, 2025.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

₱2,975

Cheapest price per day

₱1,307

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 September 18, 2025.

There are 361 rental agencies servicing California. These agencies, altogether, have 17,545 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? small car is the cheapest car type to rent in California with prices from ₱1,307 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can rent in California:

Economy

Economy

₱1,307+

Compact

Compact

₱1,307+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₱1,421+

Standard

Standard

₱2,482+

Full-size

Full-size

₱1,397+

SUV

SUV

₱2,117+

Minivan

Minivan

₱2,958+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₱2,765+

Premium

Premium

₱1,577+

Luxury

Luxury

₱2,320+

Convertible

Convertible

₱4,324+

Pickup Truck

Pickup Truck

₱2,438+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

₱3,821+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

₱1,333+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

₱1,423+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

₱1,704+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

₱1,704+

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

₱2,947+

Compare car rental deals in California by type

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

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

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

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

Here are the best California van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Honda City₱1,307/day
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Honda City
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios₱1,307/day
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Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios
Nissan Sentra₱1,488/day
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Nissan Sentra

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 ₱2,564. Data was last updated on September 18, 2025.
Honda City₱1,307/day
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Honda City
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios₱1,307/day
2
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Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios
Ford EcoSport₱1,333/day
4
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Ford EcoSport

Cheapflights insights for California car rentals

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

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

For the best savings on car rentals in California, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₱2,358/day – about 4,514% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest rental car company in California?

In California, the most affordable rental car company right now is Thrifty, offering prices from just ₱1,369.03/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Dollar, with rates starting at ₱1,406.38/day.

What is the best car rental company in California?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in California is Budget (rated 6.3/10 with 1,134 reviews). Hertz (rated 6.1/10 with 1,220 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At California, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just ₱2,358. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging ₱3,445 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 February, with an average daily rate of just ₱2,358. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging ₱3,445 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

₱2,430

February

₱2,358

March

₱2,747

April

₱2,856

May

₱2,939

June

₱3,150

July

₱3,445

August

₱3,113

September

₱2,728

October

₱2,894

November

₱2,898

December

₱3,150

What car do most people rent in California?

The most popular types of cars to rent in California are the following: Intermediate rentals (Acura TLX or similar), SUV rentals (Nissan Pathfinder or similar), and Full-size rentals (Chevrolet Malibu or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in California?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 108 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second highest number of locations in California at 82.

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 397 pickup locations in California to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on September 18, 2025.

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 September 18, 2025.

Budget

6.3
Okay
1134 reviews57 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Hertz

6.1
Okay
1220 reviews82 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.2

Alamo

8.5
Very good
202 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
426 reviews108 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.5

Sixt

7.4
Good
331 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.3

Avis

6.2
Okay
660 reviews57 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Midway

6.2
Okay
487 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.7

Dollar

5.6
Fair
537 reviews46 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.9

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in California, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on September 18, 2025.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in California?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₱3,088/day when booking a rental car in California. The best deal a user found was for ₱2,412/day from Thrifty, booked on Sep. 14.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in California for a week from Thrifty?

    From Thrifty you can rent a car in California from about ₱18,533 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?

    Thrifty currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 49% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in California. Typically, a monthly car rental in California can be found for ₱79,428. You can find car rental deals to be on average ₱2,648 a day.

Car rentals by fuel type in California

Browse car rentals by fuel type in California. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in California. Deals were last updated on September 18, 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in California. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (₱26+).

Electric

Electric

₱26+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

₱39+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₱26+

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