Cheap Car Hire in Oakland, California from $52
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 Oakland with a pick-up date of 14/6 and drop-off date of 21/6. 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.
Cheapest time to rent a car in Oakland, CA
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 7 June 2025.
January
$59
February
$68
March
$68
April
$79
May
$91
June
$104
July
$111
August
$104
September
$92
October
$89
November
$79
December
$81
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 7 June 2025.
There are 22 hire agencies servicing Oakland. These agencies, altogether, have 36 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Oakland with prices from $52 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in Oakland:
Economy
$52+
Compact
$67+
Intermediate
$55+
Standard
$65+
Full-size
$56+
People mover
$118+
Full-size SUV
$90+
Premium
$76+
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 7 June 2025.
Small cars | $54 - $92 | |
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All Car Types | $49 - $233 |
To hire a small car in Oakland, the United States, you would pay an average price of $37/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Oakland, the United States (~$54/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$92/day). In fact, February is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Oakland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Oakland, hiring a small car saves you 49% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Oakland, the United States, you would pay an average price of $75/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Oakland, the United States (~$49/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$264/day). In fact, November is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Oakland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Oakland, hiring a medium car is 3% 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a SUV in Oakland, the United States, you would pay an average price of $51/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Oakland, the United States (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$193/day). In fact, March is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Oakland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Oakland, hiring a SUV saves you 32% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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 7 June 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Oakland, such as Fox, Hertz and Budget. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.
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Best car rental deals found in Oakland
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Oakland, CA. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Oakland, CA with an average daily rate of $71. Data was last updated on 7 June 2025.
These are 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.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Oakland, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 June 2025.
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.
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 7 June 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 ($36+).
Electric
$36+
Hybrid
$40+