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 30 July 2025.
Most popular company | Hertz |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | R764 |
Cheapest price per day | R323 |
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 R519/day – about 1 263% 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 Hertz, offering prices from just R323,23/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Thrifty, with rates starting at R413,66/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 19 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 R519. Conversely, September is the priciest month, averaging R895 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 R519. Conversely, September is the priciest month, averaging R895 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
R573
February
R573
March
R519
April
R537
May
R627
June
R627
July
R627
August
R806
September
R895
October
R842
November
R788
December
R770
Which car hire company has the most locations in Downtown?
Hertz has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Downtown at 3.
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 30 July 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.