Downtown, Oakland car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Downtown. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 June 2025.
Most popular company | Hertz |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | R835 |
Cheapest price per day | R451 |
Cheapflights insights for Downtown car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Downtown, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Downtown?
For the best savings on car hire in Downtown, make your reservation 5 days before pickup. The average price then is just R574/day – about 1 324% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Downtown?
In Downtown, the most affordable car hire company right now is Thrifty, offering prices from just R451,27/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Budget, with rates starting at R501,47/day.
What is the best car rental company in Downtown?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Downtown is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.2/10 with 8 reviews). Hertz (rated 7.2/10 with 20 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Downtown?
At Downtown, the best time to hire a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just R520. Conversely, September is the priciest month, averaging R896 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Downtown, the best time to hire a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just R520. Conversely, September is the priciest month, averaging R896 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
R574
February
R574
March
R520
April
R538
May
R628
June
R825
July
R879
August
R825
September
R896
October
R843
November
R789
December
R771
Which car hire company has the most locations in Downtown?
Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 3 locations in Downtown, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Downtown, Oakland
Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in Downtown, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.
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Downtown Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Downtown, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 June 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month at Downtown?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Downtown it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.