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Cheap Car Rentals in Oakland, CA from C$ 32

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 8/12 and drop-off date of 15/12. 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 2024

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 3 December 2024.

Most popular company

FOX

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.27

Average price per day

C$ 52

Cheapest price per day

C$ 32

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 3 December 2024.

January

C$ 49

February

C$ 63

March

C$ 70

April

C$ 67

May

C$ 82

June

C$ 88

July

C$ 94

August

C$ 88

September

C$ 78

October

C$ 75

November

C$ 64

December

C$ 63

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Oakland 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 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 3 December 2024.

In Oakland, there are 36 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$ 32/day. View deals for 6 car types available to rent in this destination:

Economy

Economy

C$ 32+

Compact

Compact

C$ 34+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 38+

Standard

Standard

C$ 40+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 67+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 60+

Premium

Premium

C$ 52+

Luxury

Luxury

C$ 70+

Compare available car types for rental in Oakland, CA

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 3 December 2024.

Small cars

C$ 40 - C$ 103

All Car Types

C$ 49 - C$ 115

To rent a small car in Oakland, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 76/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Oakland, the United States (~C$ 40/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 103/day). In fact, April is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Oakland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Oakland, renting a small car saves you 10% 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 Oakland small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Oakland, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 77/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Oakland, the United States (~C$ 58/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 99/day). In fact, March is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Oakland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Oakland, renting a medium car saves you 10% 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 Oakland medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Oakland, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 97/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Oakland, the United States (~C$ 40/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 146/day). In fact, April is about 60% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Oakland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Oakland, renting a large car is 14% 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 Oakland large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Oakland, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 81/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Oakland, the United States (~C$ 53/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 104/day). In fact, April is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Oakland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Oakland, renting a SUV saves you 4% 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 Oakland SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Oakland, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 119/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a van in Oakland, the United States (~C$ 77/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~C$ 256/day). In fact, November is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Oakland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Oakland, renting a van is 30% 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 Oakland van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in Oakland, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 81/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Oakland, the United States (~C$ 57/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~C$ 183/day). In fact, January is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Oakland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Oakland, renting a convertible saves you 5% 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.

Honda FitC$ 32/day
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Honda Fit
Nissan SentraC$ 34/day
4
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A/C
Nissan Sentra
Mazda Mazda3C$ 35/day
4
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Mazda Mazda3

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 3 December 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Oakland, including Fox, Hertz and Budget. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Fox

6.0
Okay
175 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

Hertz

7.2
Good
58 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.2

Budget

6.8
Okay
73 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.5

Thrifty

6.2
Okay
48 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very good
12 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Alamo

8.0
Very good
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.8

Europcar

7.5
Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.1

Avis

6.4
Okay
18 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.6

Best Oakland, CA car rental deals found

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$ 46. Data was last updated on 3 December 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Oakland. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Honda FitC$ 32/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Nissan SentraC$ 34/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sentra
Mazda Mazda3C$ 35/day
4
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda3

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 3 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Oakland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 52/day when booking a rental car in Oakland. The best deal a user found was for C$ 35/day from Provider's pick, booked on Dec. 1.

  • What car rental 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: Fox (C$ 32/day), Budget (C$ 35/day), and Alamo (C$ 70/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Oakland?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.2 rating), Hertz (7.2 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.2 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Oakland.

  • What are gas prices like in Oakland?

    The average gas price in Oakland is C$ 1.27/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 57 and C$ 82 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Oakland for a week from Fox?

    Fox is one of the most popular car rental companies in Oakland, offering car rentals for around C$ 221 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Oakland for the best price?

    Renting 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 36% in Oakland - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • 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$ 949 if you consider booking with Provider's pick. That price represents savings of 27% compared to the Oakland average. The monthly cost of a car rental in Oakland is on average C$ 949 (C$ 32/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 Economy car rental, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car rental in January, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as C$ 62 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in Oakland?

    The most popular car to rent while in Oakland is the Chrysler Pacifica, which is a Mini vehicle.

Small car rentals in Oakland, CA

Find small car rental deals in Oakland, CA from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Oakland, CA cost an average of C$ 73 per day. Price data was last updated on 3 December 2024.
Honda FitC$ 64/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitC$ 83/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

Luxury car rentals in Oakland, CA

Find luxury car rental deals in Oakland, CA from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Oakland, CA cost an average of C$ 78 per day. Price data was last updated on 3 December 2024.
Reserve a luxury car rental in Oakland by selecting one of these great deals available. Double check the dates, pricing, and other key information of your reservation to make sure they're correct before proceeding.
Mercedes-Benz C-ClassC$ 69/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Mercedes-Benz C-ClassC$ 69/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Mercedes-Benz C-ClassC$ 70/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Van rentals in Oakland, CA

Find van rental deals in Oakland, CA from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Oakland, CA cost an average of C$ 79 per day. Price data was last updated on 3 December 2024.
Have a look at some of the best options for renting a car in Oakland we've found at this time. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Toyota SiennaC$ 67/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna
Kia CarnivalC$ 68/day
5
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Carnival
Dodge Grand CaravanC$ 68/day
5
M
A/C
Dodge Grand Caravan

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 3 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Oakland, CA. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (C$ 30+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 30+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 32+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 46+

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