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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
Volkswagen T-ROC
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

€20/day

21 Nov - 29 Nov
Volkswagen T-ROC
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers

€24/day

7 Nov - 14 Nov
Volkswagen Jetta
Renault Zoe
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

€30/day

10 Nov - 18 Nov
Renault Zoe
Volkswagen Arteon
or similar Full-size
Up to 5 passengers

€30/day

10 Nov - 18 Nov
Volkswagen Arteon
Opel Insignia
or similar Standard
Up to 5 passengers

€30/day

10 Nov - 18 Nov
Opel Insignia
Nissan Pulsar
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€31/day

21 Nov - 29 Nov
Nissan Pulsar
Nissan Qashqai
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

€31/day

10 Nov - 18 Nov
Nissan Qashqai
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
or similar Premium
Up to 5 passengers

€33/day

21 Nov - 29 Nov
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Volkswagen Tiguan
or similar Standard SUV
Up to 5 passengers

€35/day

21 Nov - 29 Nov
Volkswagen Tiguan

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 agency in Southern California?

If you plan on visiting Southern California, consider hiring a car from Budget, which is the best car hire company in the region with 45 locations. 1,256 momondo reviewers gave this rental agency an average rating of 6.0 out of 10 for their reasonable prices and customer service. You can find Budget in San Diego and many other cities throughout Southern California.

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

36% of users prefer to hire Intermediate vehicles in Southern California, making it the most popular car hire type. If you are also interested in hiring one for your trip to Southern California, then you can expect to pay around €48 per day.

Southern California car hire deals found on momondo

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

Small cars

€36 - €49

All Car Types

€43 - €66

The average price of a small car hire in Southern California is €43. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Southern California is in November. The price is 19% lower than the rest of the year at just €36 per day. A small car rental is typically 19% 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 €48. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Southern California is in November. The price is 11% lower than the rest of the year at just €43 per day. A medium car rental is typically 12% 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 €64. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Southern California is in November. The price is 29% lower than the rest of the year at just €46 per day. A large car rental is typically 16% 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 €49. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Southern California is in November. The price is 24% lower than the rest of the year at just €38 per day. A SUV rental is typically 8% 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 €81. The cheapest time to hire a van in Southern California is in November. The price is 46% lower than the rest of the year at just €44 per day. A van rental is typically 34% 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 luxury car hire in Southern California is €68. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Southern California is in November. The price is 31% lower than the rest of the year at just €47 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 21% 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 €72. The cheapest time to hire a convertible in Southern California is in February. The price is 24% lower than the rest of the year at just €56 per day. A convertible rental is typically 27% 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.

Volkswagen Polo
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

€30/day

10 Nov - 18 Nov
Volkswagen Polo
Toyota Auris
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€31/day

21 Nov - 29 Nov
Toyota Auris
Ford Focus
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€35/day

9 Nov - 16 Nov
Ford Focus

Southern California car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Southern California

Hertz

5.9
Fair
1076 reviews70 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

Alamo

8.2
Very Good
157 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
429 reviews83 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.5

Sixt

7.1
Good
248 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.9

Avis

6.2
Okay
519 reviews44 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Midway

6.2
Okay
493 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.7

Budget

6.0
Okay
807 reviews45 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.2

Dollar

6.0
Okay
311 reviews24 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.2

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 are updated daily.

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

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Southern California. 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 applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen hire company before making a reservation.

What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Southern California?

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when hiring a car in Southern California. If the license is written in a different language from the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual hire company you're booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Southern California?

You should use momondo to book a car hire in Southern California because it could save you time and money. momondo fetches and allows you to compare car hire prices and policies from thousands of car hire websites.

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

Once you have performed a search for a car hire in Southern 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 Southern California with free cancellation?

Yes, whether it is for cars in Southern California or elsewhere, momondo allows you to filter specifically for policies that offer free cancellation.

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

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

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

Yes, momondo shows deals with enhanced cleaning services for hire cars in Southern California.

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

Yes, momondo is capable of showing unlimited mileage car hire options in Southern California.


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