Hire Cars California
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Most popular cities to hire a car in California
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| Most popular car hire agency in August | Dollar | 20% more popular | 364 momondo users preferred to book a hire car from Dollar for their trip to Los Angeles in August |
| Average price to hire a car in August | $63 per day | 8% more expensive | A car hire in Los Angeles costs $63 per day on average in August, which is more expensive than the yearly average |
| Most popular type of car to hire in August | Intermediate | 19% more popular | 352 users chose to hire Intermediate cars for their travel needs in Los Angeles during August |
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California Car Hire Directory
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Popular attractions in California
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California car hire tips
Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in California so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
How much does it cost to hire a car in California?
On average, it will cost you $52 per day to hire a car in California. Depending on the time of year, what type of car you hire, and what agency you hire from, you could end up paying as much as $162 per day or as little as around $24 per day. The price of a rental car in California commonly fluctuates by about 85%.
What is the cheapest car hire company in California?
The cheapest car hire companies in California are NU Car with prices from $24 per day, Economy Rent a Car from as low as $27 per day, and Priceless with deals as low as $27 per day. Keep in mind that these prices were found in the past 72 hours and are subject to change based on when you book your rental, what city you plan to visit, and what type of car you hire.
What is the best car hire company in California?
The best car hire company in California is Alamo. This is based on an average momondo customer rating of 8.8/10 from 2,421 reviews. If you are planning a trip to California, you will be able to find Alamo at 12 locations in the region, such as in the city of San Jose.
What is the most popular type of car to hire in California?
The most popular type of cars to hire in California are Intermediate cars. This type of car costs $63 per day on average. 23% of users prefer to hire Intermediate cars in California due to price, availability, and their planned activities.
What are the cheapest cities to hire a car in California?
If you’re looking to travel to California and save money on a car hire, then consider visiting Los Angeles or Palm Springs. You will find that NU Car has the most affordable hire cars in Los Angeles, from around $28/day. Alamo has the cheapest car hire prices in Palm Springs, generally starting at $33/day.
When is the best time to hire a car in California?
The best time to hire a car in California is in the month of January, when prices are $42/day on average. July is often the most expensive month to rent a car, when average prices are $85/day. However, no matter what month you plan to visit California, it’s recommended that you book your car hire around 11 days out for the best possible price.
How long do people hire a car for when staying in California?
The most popular length of time momondo users hire a car in California is 7 days. For a 7-day rental the average daily price is $61, though prices are subject to change depending on the type of car you rent and what city you stay in. To hire a car for a week in general is $430 on average, and for a weekend hire, expect to pay a total of $148 on average. Month-long California car rentals are generally about $2,508 in total depending on your dates.
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