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Cheap Car Hire in Oakland, California from $33

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 Oakland with a pick-up date of 21/1 and drop-off date of 28/1. 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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Oakland, CA car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Oakland, CA. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of petrol per litre

$1.45

Average price per day

$90

Cheapest price per day

$33

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Oakland?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Oakland, CA and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

January

$59

February

$72

March

$80

April

$77

May

$94

June

$101

July

$107

August

$101

September

$90

October

$86

November

$75

December

$78

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Oakland is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Oakland, CA

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Oakland, CA and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

There are currently 36 hire locations operating in Oakland spread across 22 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Oakland is SUV at $33 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Compare available car types for hire in Oakland, CA

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Oakland, CA to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Small cars

$61 - $145

All Car Types

$66 - $180

To hire a small car in Oakland, the United States, you would pay an average price of $85/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Oakland, the United States (~$61/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$145/day). In fact, September is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Oakland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Oakland, hiring a small car saves you 20% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Oakland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Oakland, the United States, you would pay an average price of $87/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Oakland, the United States (~$55/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$171/day). In fact, October is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Oakland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Oakland, hiring a medium car saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Oakland medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Oakland, the United States, you would pay an average price of $139/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Oakland, the United States (~$53/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$235/day). In fact, February is about 63% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Oakland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Oakland, hiring a large car is 24% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Oakland large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Oakland, the United States, you would pay an average price of $91/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Oakland, the United States (~$55/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$145/day). In fact, February is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Oakland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Oakland, hiring a SUV saves you 15% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Oakland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Oakland, the United States, you would pay an average price of $113/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Oakland, the United States (~$82/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$270/day). In fact, February is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Oakland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Oakland, hiring a van is 7% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Kia Rio$43/day
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Kia Rio
Kia Picanto$55/day
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Kia Picanto

Top hire agencies in Oakland, CA

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Oakland, CA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Oakland, CA. Reviews were last updated on 17 January 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Oakland, including Fox, Hertz and Budget in Oakland. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Oakland, including Fox, Hertz and Budget.

Fox

6.0
Okay
161 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

Hertz

7.2
Good
55 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.2

Budget

6.9
Okay
72 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Thrifty

6.3
Okay
46 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
11 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.8

Alamo

8.1
Very Good
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.8

Europcar

7.5
Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.1

Avis

6.4
Okay
18 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.6

Best Oakland, CA car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Oakland, CA. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Oakland, CA with an average daily rate of $57. Data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Oakland area. Double check the details of your car hire reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Mazda CX-30$33/day
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Mazda CX-30
Subaru Forester$34/day
5
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A/C
Subaru Forester
Toyota Camry$40/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Camry

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Oakland, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 January 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Oakland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $90/day when booking a car hire in Oakland. The absolute best deal a user found was for $89/day from Avis, booked on Jan. 12.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Oakland?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Oakland from the following companies over the past two weeks: Fox ($33/day), Thrifty ($43/day), and Alamo ($55/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Oakland?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.2 rating), Hertz (7.2 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Oakland.

  • What are petrol prices like in Oakland?

    The average price of petrol in Oakland is $1.45/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $65 and $94 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Oakland for a week from Avis?

    Avis is one of the top picks in Oakland. They can have you in a hire car for about $626 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Oakland for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 37%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Oakland.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Oakland.

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

    The average cost of a car hire in Oakland for a month is $2,685. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

  • How much is a car hire in Oakland for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Oakland is $0. Hiring a Compact SUV is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Oakland. For the month of February, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Oakland for as low as $0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Oakland?

    Toyota Corolla, which is a Standard vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Oakland according to Cheapflights users.

Luxury car hires in Oakland, CA

Find luxury car hire deals in Oakland, CA from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Oakland, CA cost an average of $185 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Ride in luxury during your trip to Oakland by selecting one of these great deals we've found. Double check the dates, pricing, and other key information of your reservation to make sure they're correct before proceeding.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$92/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$92/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$94/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car hires by fuel type in Oakland, CA

Browse car hires by fuel type in Oakland, CA. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Oakland, CA. Deals were last updated on 17 January 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Oakland, CA. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($26+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Travelling to a place near Oakland?

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Palo Alto
Sunnyvale
Davis
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Emeryville
Stanford
Sausalito
Hayward
Daly City

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