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Cheap Car Hire in Los Angeles from R481

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 Los Angeles with a pick-up date of 2/8 and drop-off date of 19/8. 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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Popular car types in Los Angeles

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Los Angeles and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 6 julio 2025.

At R481/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Los Angeles in the past week. Out of 84 car hire agencies operating in Los Angeles, there are, in total, 239 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

R2 108+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 056+

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Compare car hire deals in Los Angeles by type

Here are the best Los Angeles small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Los Angeles medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Los Angeles large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Los Angeles SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Los Angeles luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen PoloR481/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Hyundai AccentR494/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent

Best car hire deals found in Los Angeles

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Los Angeles. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Los Angeles with an average daily rate of R624. Data was last updated on 6 julio 2025.
These are some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Los Angeles. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Volkswagen PoloR481/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Hyundai AccentR494/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent
BMW 3 SeriesR518/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Cheapflights insights for Los Angeles car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Los Angeles, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Los Angeles?

To get the best deal on car hire in Los Angeles, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R597, which is about 1 262% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Los Angeles?

Looking to hire a car in Los Angeles? Hertz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R523,22/day. Thrifty also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R754,61/day.

What is the best car rental company in Los Angeles?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Los Angeles is Sixt (rated 7.1/10 with 137 reviews). Midway (rated 6.2/10 with 492 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Los Angeles?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Los Angeles is January, when you can expect to pay R633/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Los Angeles is July (R896/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

R633

February

R633

March

R685

April

R826

May

R755

June

R791

July

R896

August

R861

September

R755

October

R791

November

R720

December

R896

What car do most people hire in Los Angeles?

SUV cars (Class Luxury SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Los Angeles. Standard cars (Ford Mustang Convertible or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Los Angeles?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 33 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Los Angeles at 29.

Top rental agencies in Los Angeles

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Los Angeles known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Los Angeles. Reviews were last updated on 6 julio 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Los Angeles area such as Sixt, Midway and Avis. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Sixt

7,1
Good
137 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

7,0

Midway

6,2
Okay
492 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

5,8

Value

6,7

Avis

5,6
Fair
143 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,6

Overall

5,5

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

5,8

Hertz

5,5
Fair
451 reviews29 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,5

Pick-up/drop-off

5,4

Value

5,8

Budget

5,3
Fair
305 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,5

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,4

Value

5,6

Thrifty

4,9
Mediocre
166 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

6,0

Overall

4,9

Pick-up/drop-off

4,7

Value

5,4

Dollar

4,6
Mediocre
143 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

5,7

Overall

4,6

Pick-up/drop-off

4,5

Value

5,2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,2
Good
72 reviews33 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

Value

7,4

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Los Angeles, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 julio 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Los Angeles for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the top picks in Los Angeles. They can have you in a hire car for about R8 024 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Los Angeles?

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

  • How much is a car hire in Los Angeles for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Los Angeles is R0. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Los Angeles. For the month of August, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Los Angeles for as low as R1 002/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Los Angeles

Browse car hires by fuel type in Los Angeles. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Los Angeles. Deals were last updated on 6 julio 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Los Angeles. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R32+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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