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Cheap Car Hire in Oakland, California from £16

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 5/2. 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 2024

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 19 December 2024.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of gas per litre

£0.71

Average price per day

£30

Cheapest price per day

£16

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 19 December 2024.

January

£28

February

£35

March

£39

April

£37

May

£46

June

£49

July

£52

August

£49

September

£44

October

£42

November

£37

December

£36

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 19 December 2024.

There are 22 hire agencies servicing Oakland. These agencies, altogether, have 36 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Oakland with prices from £16 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Oakland:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

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 19 December 2024.

Small cars

£20 - £62

All Car Types

£30 - £65

To hire a small car in Oakland, the United States, you would pay an average price of £37/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Oakland, the United States (~£20/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£62/day). In fact, January is about 46% 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 £45/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Oakland, the United States (~£26/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£65/day). In fact, January is about 43% 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 3% 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 £51/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Oakland, the United States (~£8/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£81/day). In fact, December is about 85% 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 10% 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 £45/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Oakland, the United States (~£24/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£75/day). In fact, January is about 47% 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 3% 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 £43/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a van in Oakland, the United States (~£57/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~£100/day). In fact, June 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 saves you 5% 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Oakland, the United States, you would pay an average price of £31/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Oakland, the United States (~£32/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£96/day). In fact, February is about 3% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Oakland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Oakland, hiring a luxury car saves you 33% 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.

To hire a convertible in Oakland, the United States, you would pay an average price of £57/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Oakland, the United States (~£32/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£111/day). In fact, February is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Oakland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Oakland, hiring a convertible is 21% 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.

Vauxhall Corsa£16/day
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A/C
Vauxhall Corsa
Honda Fit£20/day
4
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Toyota Aygo£22/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo

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 19 December 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Oakland, including Fox, Hertz and Budget. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Oakland, including Fox, Hertz and Budget.

Fox

6.0
Okay
171 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

Hertz

7.2
Good
58 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.2

Budget

6.8
Okay
73 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.5

Thrifty

6.3
Okay
47 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
12 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Alamo

8.0
Very Good
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

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 £26. Data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Oakland area. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Vauxhall Corsa£16/day
2
M
A/C
Vauxhall Corsa
Honda Fit£20/day
4
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Skoda Superb£21/day
5
M
A/C
Skoda Superb

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 19 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Oakland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £30/day when booking a car hire in Oakland. The absolute best deal a user found was for £24/day from Fox, booked on Dec. 16.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Oakland from the following companies over the past two weeks: Alamo (£20/day), Fox (£21/day), and Budget (£25/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 (7.2 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 £0.71/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £32 and £46 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Budget offers hire cars in Oakland for about £228 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 35% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great 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?

    Our recent data shows that Fox can potentially be 74% below the average car hire price in Oakland. Check prices and availability for Fox and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Oakland is on average £977 a month or £33 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Oakland car hire.

  • 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 is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Oakland. For the month of January, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Oakland for as low as £0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Oakland?

    Nissan Altima, which is a Full-size vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Oakland according to Cheapflights users.

Small car hires in Oakland, CA

Find small car hire deals in Oakland, CA from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Oakland, CA cost an average of £37 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Ford Ka£33/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka
Ford Ka£33/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka
Kia Picanto£44/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

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 £43 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Browse through some of the best options we've found for luxury car hires in Oakland. Verify the details of your hire before completing your reservation to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Audi A6£38/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A6
Audi A6£38/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A6
Mercedes-Benz E-Class£38/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

People carrier hires in Oakland, CA

Find people carrier hire deals in Oakland, CA from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Oakland, CA cost an average of £43 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on people carrier hires in the Oakland area at the moment. If you're not finding the right deal for your van rental, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer£36/day
5
M
A/C
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer
Ford Galaxy£37/day
5
M
A/C
Ford Galaxy
Citroen Berlingo£37/day
5
M
A/C
Citroen Berlingo

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 19 December 2024.

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 (£31+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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