Oakland

Cheap Car Hire in Oakland, CA from R813

Oakland, CA, United States
Apr 5 — Apr 12
Driver's age: 26-65
Oakland, CA, United States
Fri 5/4
Noon
Fri 12/4
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 29 March 2024.

January

R663

February

R871

March

R947

April

R1 023

May

R1 023

June

R1 099

July

R1 099

August

R1 080

September

R1 004

October

R1 042

November

R928

December

R833

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 29 March 2024.

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 R813 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Oakland:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

R1 131+

People carrier

People carrier

R1 734+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 203+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 497+

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 29 March 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 29 March 2024.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Oakland, including Hertz, Budget and Thrifty. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Hertz

7,2
Good
162 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

7,2

Budget

6,8
Okay
135 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

6,5

Thrifty

6,5
Okay
118 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,3

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,8

Fox

5,9
Fair
273 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

6,3

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,8

Value

6,0

Alamo

8,2
Very Good
40 reviews1 location
Overview

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
77 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,1

Value

7,9

Avis

6,4
Okay
36 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,7

Dollar

5,9
Fair
33 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

7,2

Overall

5,9

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

6,4

Best Oakland, CA car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Oakland, CA. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Oakland, CA with an average daily rate of R1 003. Data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on hire cars in Oakland. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Ford FiestaR813/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Toyota Corolla QuestR861/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Suzuki CiazR955/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

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 29 March 2024.
  • 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: Thrifty (R827/day), Hertz (R938/day), and Avis (R970/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 R18,77/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R844 and R1 220 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    From Hertz you can hire a car in Oakland from about R6 428 per 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 36% 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?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Oakland check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    For a weekend car hire in Oakland, you can expect the average price to be around R0. Usually a Intermediate hire in Oakland is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Intermediate for April, it will cost approximately R743 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Oakland?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Standard (Toyota RAV4) in Oakland, making it the most popular option.

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Car hires by fuel type in Oakland, CA

Browse car hires by fuel type in Oakland, CA. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Oakland, CA. Deals were last updated on 29 March 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Oakland, CA. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R64+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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