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Cheap Car Rentals in Oakland, CA from C$ 35
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Oakland with a pick-up date of 3/9 and drop-off date of 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Oakland, CA car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Oakland, CA. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 August 2025.
Most popular company | AVIS |
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Price of gas per litre | C$ 1.29 |
Average price per day | C$ 70 |
Cheapest price per day | C$ 35 |
Popular car types in Oakland, CA
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Oakland, CA and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 16 August 2025.
In Oakland, there are 35 active rental locations from 22 car rental companies. small car is the cheapest car type to rent in Oakland in the past week - currently priced from C$ 35/day. View deals for 7 car types available to rent in this destination:
Economy
C$ 35+
Compact
C$ 36+
Intermediate
C$ 41+
Full-size
C$ 44+
Minivan
C$ 93+
Full-size SUV
C$ 71+
Premium
C$ 57+
Pick-up truck
C$ 62+
Compare car rental deals in Oakland, CA by type
Here are the best Oakland small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Oakland medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Oakland large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Oakland SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Oakland van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Mazda Mazda2C$ 35/day
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Mazda Mazda3C$ 36/day
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Kia RioC$ 46/day
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Best car rental deals found in Oakland
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Oakland, CA. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Oakland, CA with an average daily rate of C$ 56. Data was last updated on 16 August 2025.
Mazda Mazda2C$ 35/day
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Mazda Mazda3C$ 36/day
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Honda HR-VC$ 41/day
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Cheapflights insights for Oakland car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Oakland, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in Oakland?
To get the best deal on a rental car in Oakland, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around C$ 55, which is about 12% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest rental car company in Oakland?
In Oakland, the most affordable rental car company right now is Thrifty, offering prices from just C$ 38.40/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Fox, with rates starting at C$ 40.00/day.
What is the best car rental company in Oakland?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Oakland is Fox (rated 6.1/10 with 107 reviews). Hertz (rated 7.2/10 with 52 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Fox
6.1
Hertz
7.2
Budget
6.7
Thrifty
6.2
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Oakland?
Planning a car rental in Oakland? January is the cheapest month, costing about C$ 50 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of C$ 84. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
C$ 50
February
C$ 57
March
C$ 57
April
C$ 66
May
C$ 75
June
C$ 70
July
C$ 76
August
C$ 84
September
C$ 76
October
C$ 73
November
C$ 65
December
C$ 68
What car do most people rent in Oakland?
SUV rentals (Kia Sportage, for example) are the most popular in Oakland. Standard (Ford Mustang Convertible) and Intermediate (Jeep Compass) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting Oakland.
Which car rental company has the most locations in Oakland?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Oakland at 4.
Top rental agencies in Oakland, CA
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Oakland, CA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Oakland, CA. Reviews were last updated on 16 August 2025.
Fox
107 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
6.4
Comfort
6.6
Overall
6.0
Pick-up/drop-off
6.1
Value
6.2
Hertz
52 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
7.6
Overall
7.2
Pick-up/drop-off
7.2
Value
7.2
Budget
71 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Overall
6.7
Pick-up/drop-off
6.6
Value
6.4
Thrifty
44 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.0
Overall
6.2
Pick-up/drop-off
5.9
Value
6.6
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
10 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Overall
8.3
Pick-up/drop-off
8.5
Value
8.0
Alamo
5 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.8
Overall
8.1
Pick-up/drop-off
8.4
Value
7.9
Europcar
2 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.7
Overall
7.7
Pick-up/drop-off
8.4
Value
8.2
Avis
17 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.0
Overall
6.4
Pick-up/drop-off
6.9
Value
6.7
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Oakland, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 August 2025.
What is the cheapest rental car found in Oakland?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 70/day when booking a rental car in Oakland. The best deal a user found was for C$ 46/day from Turo, booked on Aug. 10.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Oakland for a week from Avis?
Avis is one of the most popular car rental companies in Oakland, offering car rentals for around C$ 602 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Oakland?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Oakland it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Oakland for a month?
Prices can be as low as C$ 2,579 if you consider booking with Turo. That price represents savings of 59% compared to the Oakland average. The monthly cost of a car rental in Oakland is on average C$ 2,579 (C$ 86/day).
How much is a car rental in Oakland for a weekend?
C$ 0 is, on average, how much a car rental costs for the weekend in Oakland. To save money, consider booking a Compact car rental, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car rental in September, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as C$ 0 per day.
Car rentals by fuel type in Oakland, CA
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Oakland, CA. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Oakland, CA. Deals were last updated on 16 August 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Oakland, CA. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (C$ 30+).
Electric
C$ 30+
Hybrid
C$ 33+
Travelling to a place near Oakland?
Rent a car at Oakland if you plan to visit one of these locationsRichmond
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