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Car hire in Southern California

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Best deals found for Southern California car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular hire cars in Southern California
Kia Rio
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers
4-door vehicles

£13/day

13 May - 1 Jun
Kia Rio
Hyundai Ioniq
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

£14/day

13 May - 1 Jun
Hyundai Ioniq
Tesla Model 3
or similar Full-size
Up to 5 passengers
4-door vehicles

£14/day

13 May - 1 Jun
Tesla Model 3
Vauxhall Astra
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers

£16/day

12 May - 15 May
Vauxhall Astra
Kia Niro
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

£16/day

6 May - 22 May
Kia Niro
Volkswagen Passat
or similar Standard
Up to 5 passengers

£16/day

12 May - 15 May
Volkswagen Passat
Jeep Compass
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

£16/day

6 May - 22 May
Jeep Compass
BMW 3 Series
or similar Full-size
Up to 5 passengers

£17/day

13 May - 28 May
BMW 3 Series
Nissan Qashqai
or similar Standard SUV
Up to 5 passengers

£20/day

13 May - 24 May
Nissan Qashqai

Car hire insight and trends in Southern California

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

What is the best car hire company in Southern California?

Consider hiring a car from Budget, which is currently the best rental agency in Southern California, according to our users. Budget has 45 locations in some of Southern California’s must-see cities, like San Diego. With 1,239 reviews and an average rating of 6.0/10, Budget is a favourite among travellers visiting Southern California.

Southern California car hire deals found on momondo

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

Small cars

£31 - £44

All Car Types

£37 - £55

The average price of a small car hire in Southern California is £35. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Southern California is in January. The price is 12% lower than the rest of the year at just £31 per day. A small car rental is typically 24% less expensive than the average rental car in Southern California. The average price of a car hire in Southern California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Southern California small car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car hire in Southern California is £39. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Southern California is in November. The price is 20% lower than the rest of the year at just £32 per day. A medium car rental is typically 14% less expensive than the average rental car in Southern California. The average price of a car hire in Southern California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Southern California medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car hire in Southern California is £56. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Southern California is in November. The price is 20% lower than the rest of the year at just £46 per day. A large car rental is typically 20% more expensive than the average rental car in Southern California. The average price of a car hire in Southern California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Southern California large car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV hire in Southern California is £40. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Southern California is in November. The price is 25% lower than the rest of the year at just £31 per day. A SUV rental is typically 11% less expensive than the average rental car in Southern California. The average price of a car hire in Southern California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Southern California SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van hire in Southern California is £66. The cheapest time to hire a van in Southern California is in February. The price is 22% lower than the rest of the year at just £52 per day. A van rental is typically 31% more expensive than the average rental car in Southern California. The average price of a car hire in Southern California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Southern California van hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a pickup truck hire in Southern California is £48. The cheapest time to hire a pickup truck in Southern California is in March. The price is 21% lower than the rest of the year at just £39 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 7% more expensive than the average rental car in Southern California. The average price of a car hire in Southern California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a luxury car hire in Southern California is £56. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Southern California is in November. The price is 18% lower than the rest of the year at just £46 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 18% more expensive than the average rental car in Southern California. The average price of a car hire in Southern California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Southern California luxury car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a convertible hire in Southern California is £59. The cheapest time to hire a convertible in Southern California is in March. The price is 23% lower than the rest of the year at just £46 per day. A convertible rental is typically 23% more expensive than the average rental car in Southern California. The average price of a car hire in Southern California can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Southern California convertible hire found on momondo in the past week.

Kia Rio
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers
4-door vehicles

£13/day

13 May - 1 Jun
Kia Rio
Hyundai Ioniq
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

£14/day

13 May - 1 Jun
Hyundai Ioniq
Volkswagen Polo
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

£20/day

10 May - 20 May
Volkswagen Polo

Southern California car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Southern California

Alamo

8.1
Very Good
137 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
403 reviews83 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.4

Sixt

7.1
Good
218 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.9

Avis

6.2
Okay
519 reviews44 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.3

Midway

6.2
Okay
492 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.7

Budget

6.0
Okay
806 reviews45 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.2

Hertz

5.9
Fair
980 reviews69 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Dollar

5.7
Fair
293 reviews37 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.0

Car hire in Southern California

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

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Southern California?

Prices for cars in Southern California were last updated today.

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

Among different countries, including Southern 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 Southern California?

To rent a car in Southern 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 Southern California?

momondo finds and compares thousands of car hire websites to provide you with the best selection of policies and car hire in Southern California. Finding a car hire is quick and free of charge, so using momondo for your booking makes sense.

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

Filtering is how momondo helps you find a great car hire in Southern 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 hire deals in Southern California with free cancellation?

Of course! momondo has a dedicated filter for users to specifically look at car hire in Southern California which offer free cancellation.

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

momondo specifically allows you to search for car hire in Southern California with fair fuel policies.

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

You certainly can. momondo has a dedicated filter for enhanced cleaning services for all car hire locations including Southern California.

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

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


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