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Cheap Car Hire in Los Angeles from R359

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 3/1 and drop-off date of 10/1. 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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Los Angeles car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Los Angeles. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 December 2024.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

R20,72

Average price per day

R1 127

Cheapest price per day

R359

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Los Angeles?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Los Angeles 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 17 December 2024.

January

R553

February

R696

March

R821

April

R803

May

R785

June

R785

July

R928

August

R892

September

R803

October

R821

November

R732

December

R821

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Los Angeles 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 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 17 December 2024.

At R359/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Los Angeles in the past week. Out of 81 car hire agencies operating in Los Angeles, there are, in total, 232 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Compare available car types for rental in Los Angeles

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Los Angeles to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 December 2024.

Small cars

R660 - R1 414

All Car Types

R890 - R1 527

To hire a small car in Los Angeles, the United States, you would pay an average price of R991/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Los Angeles, the United States (~R660/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R1 414/day). In fact, January is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Los Angeles. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Los Angeles, renting a small car saves you 13% 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 Los Angeles small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Los Angeles, the United States, you would pay an average price of R967/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Los Angeles, the United States (~R733/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 451/day). In fact, November is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Los Angeles. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Los Angeles, renting a medium car saves you 15% 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 Los Angeles medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Los Angeles, the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 225/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Los Angeles, the United States (~R579/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R1 997/day). In fact, February is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Los Angeles. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Los Angeles, renting a large car is 8% 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 Los Angeles large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Los Angeles, the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 069/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Los Angeles, the United States (~R798/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R1 375/day). In fact, February is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Los Angeles. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Los Angeles, renting a SUV saves you 6% 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 Los Angeles SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Los Angeles, the United States, you would pay an average price of R809/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a van in Los Angeles, the United States (~R819/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 103/day). In fact, January is about 1% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Los Angeles. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Los Angeles, renting a van saves you 29% 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 luxury car in Los Angeles, the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 069/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Los Angeles, the United States (~R917/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R4 684/day). In fact, August is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Los Angeles. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Los Angeles, renting a luxury car saves you 6% 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 Los Angeles, the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 408/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Los Angeles, the United States (~R891/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R4 398/day). In fact, February is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Los Angeles. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Los Angeles, renting a convertible is 20% 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.

Suzuki CiazR359/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Suzuki BalenoR563/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Baleno
Toyota Corolla QuestR596/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

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 17 December 2024.
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
155 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

6,9

Midway

6,2
Okay
493 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

5,8

Value

6,7

Avis

5,7
Fair
138 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,7

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,8

Value

5,9

Hertz

5,5
Fair
463 reviews30 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,3

Overall

5,5

Pick-up/drop-off

5,4

Value

5,8

Budget

5,3
Fair
309 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,3

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,4

Value

5,5

Thrifty

5,1
Fair
185 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,2

Comfort

6,1

Overall

5,1

Pick-up/drop-off

4,9

Value

5,6

Dollar

4,5
Mediocre
148 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

5,7

Overall

4,5

Pick-up/drop-off

4,4

Value

5,1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,5
Good
81 reviews32 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,6

Best Los Angeles car hire deals found

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 R568. Data was last updated on 17 December 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on hire cars in Los Angeles. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Suzuki CiazR359/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Audi A3R363/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Toyota RAV4R442/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4

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 17 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Los Angeles?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R1 127/day when booking a car hire in Los Angeles. The absolute best deal a user found was for R855/day from Thrifty, booked on Dec. 8.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Los Angeles?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Los Angeles from the following companies over the past two weeks: Ace (R363/day), Fox (R563/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (R596/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Los Angeles?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Payless (10,0 rating), Silvercar (8,8 rating) and State Van Rental (8,2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Los Angeles.

  • What are petrol prices like in Los Angeles?

    The average price of petrol in Los Angeles is R20,72/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R932 and R1 346 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Los Angeles for a week from Zezgo?

    Zezgo is one of the top picks in Los Angeles. They can have you in a hire car for about R6 551 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 31% in Los Angeles - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • 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 does it cost to rent a car in Los Angeles for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 14% on a month-long rental by booking with Thrifty. Thrifty is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Los Angeles can cost you on average R28 077 a month or R936 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Los Angeles is R785. Hiring a Intermediate is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Los Angeles. For the month of January, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Los Angeles for as low as R763/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Los Angeles?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Los Angeles is Full-size (Ford Mustang Convertible) based on our Cheapflights data.

Car hires by fuel type in Los Angeles

Browse car hires by fuel type in Los Angeles. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Los Angeles. Deals were last updated on 17 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Los Angeles. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R33+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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