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In California we recommend the following car rental offers

from 30 $ per day
Economy

Small, agile and economical - that's all it takes!

e.g. Chevrolet Spark
10 Days from 30.06 - 10.07.2024
Example vehicle
Compare small cars
from 32 $ per day
Mini

Alone on the road or only with small luggage? Then this will be sufficient!

e.g. Chevrolet Spark
10 Days from 30.06 - 10.07.2024
Example vehicle
Compare micro cars
from 30 $ per day
All-round carefree package

This way nothing can go wrong - carefree and all inclusive!

Compact
e.g. Ford focus
10 Days from 30.06 - 10.07.2024
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Rent a Car in California

If you are looking for an unforgettable and varied holiday, California is the right choice. Book a cheap rental car and visit the many sights. The Hollywood sign in Los Angeles is particularly recommended. Disneyland and the Santa Monica Pier are also located here. Another "must-see" is in San Francisco: the sight of the legendary Golden Gate Bridge delights thousands of tourists every year. You can rent a car in numerous cities in California such as Malibu, Los Angeles or San Francisco. In addition, rental cars are also available at the airports.

Frequently asked questions about car rental booking California

How much does a rental car in California cost?

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Street in San Francisco

Explore California with a cheap rental car

A cheap rental car is available from as little as 210 $ per week. We compare the prices of all major car rental companies and show you the best deal for California to make your trip a complete success.

Book a small car for California

Particularly popular are small cars, which you can rent from as little as 224 $ per week, because with them you can fit into even the smallest parking space.

Book a family car

 If you are traveling to California with the whole family, a family car is also suitable, which you can rent from 219 $ per week.

Discover California with a convertible

 If you like to travel topless, a convertible rental car is available for 515 $ per week. The Pacific Coast Highway from San Francisco to Los Angeles is particulary nice to explore with a convertible.

Book a rental car for one day

If you only need a rental car for one day, you can rent it for as low as 30 $ per day.

In California, BSP Auto offers the cheapest car hire.

Where can I book a rental car in California?We offer rental car bookings in various cities and airports in California. This way, you are particularly flexible.

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Golden Gate Bridge

Drive over the famous Golden Gate Bridge in San Francicso

We offer rental car bookings in various cities and airports in California. This way, you are particularly flexible.

Book a rental car in the cities of California

Book a rental car at the airport

What is the minimum age to rent a car in California?

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You can already book your own rental car at the age of 21. To do this, simply enter the age in the search mask and select the appropriate rental car for your plans in California. For drivers under 25 years, there is usually a so-called "young driver fee", which is usually already included in the displayed rental price.

What is there to consider when driving in California?

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Skyline San Diego

Take the traffic laws into consideration

Enjoy a stress-free trip to California by following the applying traffic rules.

  • Speed Limits: Business and residental districts: 25 mph, Two-lane undivided Highways 55 mph, Highways or interstates    Between 65 – 70 mph
  • Alcohol: For drivers older than 21 the limit is 0.08%, For drivers who are under 21, the legal limit is 0.01%.
  • Driver’s license: A current valid driver’s license from a foreign country is sufficient.
  • Toll roads: In California you may have to pay a toll. You can pay the tolls using The Toll Roads app or online at TheTollRoads.com. Sometimes cash is accepted as well.

Can I pick up the rental car in California and return it at another location?

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Coronado Bridge San Diego

We offer one-way rentals

You can also return the rental car to a car rental agency at another location in California, such as Malibu or San Francisco or even in different states. To do this, simply change the return location in the search mask and look forward to an exciting road trip. For the so-called one-way rental, additional fees apply.

If you plan to be on the road longer, you can specify an additional driver. This way you can take turns driving the rental car and everyone can enjoy the view for once. In some offers, an additional driver is already included in the rental price.

Can I cancel the rental car free of charge?

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If you decide not to go ahead with your trip as planned, you can cancel the rental car free of charge up to 24 hours before the start of the rental period. In case the Corona Virus and therefore possible travel restrictions prevent you from travelling, you are on the safe side. Thanks to the option to cancel your rental car free of charge, you are particularly flexible.

Satisfaction with MietwagenCheck
50843 Reviews

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292 Experiences of our customers in California

Rating of Daniel R.

“Everything worked out fine!”

Alamo
Los Angeles Airport
Rating of Serkan M.

“Avis at LAX Airport. Problem-free handling - everything perfect!”

Avis Autovermietung
Los Angeles Airport
Rating of Andreas M.

“Very speedy and friendly handling of the vehicle takeover. The car was practically new with 1,800 miles on the speedometer and had a very good equipment. Completely satisfied with the Alamo rental station at the San Francisco airport - I can recommend it!”

Alamo
San Francisco Airport
Station in the terminal
Rating of Sara D.

“Great new car and absolutely hassle free online ordering process. Recommendable.”

750 Bush Street
San Francisco
Rating of Achim C.

“Everything worked out perfectly. I was able to choose a vehicle from the booked category myself.”

Alamo
Los Angeles Airport
Rating of Helene A.

“Ordering at Autoeurope was as usual to the fullest satisfaction. Pickup of the rental car in San Francisco at the local provider Alamo was problem-free, in the Choice Lane were about 10 vehicles to choose from!”

EUROPCAR
San Francisco Airport
Station in the terminal

Other important Rental Car destinations California

Los Angeles Airport
Los Angeles Airport
 San Francisco Airport
San Francisco Airport
 San Diego Airport
San Diego Airport
 San Jose International Airport
San Jose International Airport

California: Car rental destinations at a glance

California: Rent a car at the airport

Meadows Field Airport Bob Hope Airport Chico Municipal Airport Fresno Yosemite International Airport Long Beach Airport John Wayne Airport Los Angeles Airport Monterey Regional Airport LA/Ontario International Airport Palm Springs International Airport Redding Municipal Airport Sacramento International Airport San Diego Airport Oakland International Airport San Francisco Airport San Jose International Airport Santa Barbara Municipal Airport

California: Rent a car in the city

Alhambra Anaheim Apple Valley Arcadia Bakersfield Belmont Berkeley Beverly Hills Burbank Camarillo Cathedral City Chico Chino Hills Chula Vista Citrus Heights City of Industry Colton Concord Corona Costa Mesa Covina Culver City Cypress El Cajon Elk Grove Emeryville Escondido Fairfield Folsom Fontana Foster City Fremont Fresno Fullerton Gardena Glendale Hawthorne Hayward Hemet Huntington Beach Indio Inglewood Irvine La Jolla Laguna Niguel Lake Forest Lakewood Lancaster Lomita Long Beach Los Angeles Marina del Rey Midway City Mission Viejo Modesto Monrovia Montclair Montebello Monterey Moreno Valley Napa National City Newport Beach North Hollywood Northridge Oakland Oceanside Ontario Palm Desert Palm Springs Palmdale Palo Alto Pasadena Petaluma Pittsburg Pleasanton Poway Rancho Cordova Rancho Cucamonga Redding Redlands Redondo Beach Redwood City Ridgecrest Riverside Rocklin Roseville Rowland Heights Sacramento Salinas San Bernardino San Bruno San Clemente San Diego San Diego Country Estates San Francisco San José San Juan Capistrano San Luis Obispo San Pedro San Rafael San Ramon Santa Ana Santa Barbara Santa Clara Santa Clarita Santa Cruz Santa Fe Springs Santa Monica Santa Rosa Simi Valley Temecula Thousand Oaks Torrance Tustin Upland Valencia Vallejo Van Nuys Ventura Vista Walnut Creek West Covina West Hollywood Woodland Hills

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