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Cheap Car Rentals in Oakland, CA from $53

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Oakland with a pick-up date of 20/5 and drop-off date of 27/5. 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.
Oakland, CA, United States
17 May — 24 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Oakland, CA, United States
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Fri 24/5
Noon

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 10 May 2024.

January

$58

February

$74

March

$83

April

$81

May

$91

June

$96

July

$94

August

$94

September

$88

October

$91

November

$81

December

$73

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Oakland is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is June. 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 10 May 2024.
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There are 21 hire agencies servicing Oakland. These agencies, altogether, have 34 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Oakland with prices from $53 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Oakland:

Economy

Economy

$76+

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Compact

Compact

$51+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

$53+

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Standard

Standard

$57+

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Full-size

Full-size

$79+

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Premium

Premium

$66+

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Luxury

Luxury

$95+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

$70+

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Compare available car types for rental 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 10 May 2024.

Top rental 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 10 May 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Oakland, such as Hertz, Budget and Thrifty. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Hertz

7.3
Good
163 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.3

Budget

6.8
Okay
135 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.5

Thrifty

6.5
Okay
120 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.8

Fox

6.0
Okay
275 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

Alamo

8.2
Very Good
40 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
78 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

Avis

6.3
Okay
36 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.6

Dollar

5.9
Fair
33 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

6.4

Best Oakland, CA car rental 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 $71. Data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on rentals cars in Oakland. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Hyundai i30$53/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i30
Found 05/09/24
Hyundai Ioniq$57/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Ioniq
Found 05/09/24
Holden Commodore$66/day
5
M
A/C
Holden Commodore
Found 05/09/24

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Oakland, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 May 2024.

  • 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: Dollar ($53/day), Hertz ($82/day), and Budget ($83/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), Hertz (7.2 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.1 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 $1.73/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $78 and $112 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring a car in Oakland for a week can be a great option for travel. Avis, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $1,616/week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 35% on a hire car in Oakland. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Oakland it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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

    $0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Oakland, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Oakland, then opt for a Compact hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of June, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0/day.

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Car rentals by fuel type in Oakland, CA

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Oakland, CA. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Oakland, CA. Deals were last updated on 10 May 2024.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Oakland, CA. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($39+).

Electric

Electric

$39+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

$122+

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