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Cheap Car Hire in Oakland, California from £19
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 11/9 and drop-off date of 23/9. 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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Oakland, CA car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Oakland, CA. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 August 2025.
Most popular company | AVIS |
|---|---|
Price of gas per litre | £0.69 |
Average price per day | £36 |
Cheapest price per day | £19 |
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 26 August 2025.
There are 22 hire agencies servicing Oakland. These agencies, altogether, have 35 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Oakland with prices from £19 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in Oakland:
Economy
£19+
Compact
£19+
Intermediate
£21+
Full-size
£23+
People carrier
£48+
Full-size SUV
£38+
Premium
£30+
Luxury
£30+
Compare car hire deals in Oakland, CA by type
Here are the best Oakland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Oakland medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Oakland large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Oakland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Oakland luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Kia Cee'd£19/day
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Nissan Micra£19/day
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Best car hire 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 £28. Data was last updated on 26 August 2025.
Kia Cee'd£19/day
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Nissan Micra£19/day
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Nissan Qashqai£21/day
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Cheapflights insights for Oakland car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Oakland, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Oakland?
For the best savings on car hire in Oakland, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just £29/day – about 43% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Oakland?
In Oakland, the most affordable car hire company right now is Budget, offering prices from just £23.37/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Avis, with rates starting at £24.03/day.
What is the best car rental company in Oakland?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Oakland is Fox (rated 6.2/10 with 100 reviews). Hertz (rated 7.2/10 with 52 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Fox
6.2
Hertz
7.2
Budget
6.7
Thrifty
6.2
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Oakland?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Oakland is January, when you can expect to pay £27/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Oakland is August (£44/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
£27
February
£30
March
£30
April
£36
May
£40
June
£38
July
£41
August
£44
September
£40
October
£39
November
£35
December
£36
What car do most people hire in Oakland?
SUV cars (Toyota RAV4, for example) are the most popular in Oakland. Intermediate (Toyota RAV4) and Full-size (Ford Transit) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Oakland.
Which car hire 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 hire 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 26 August 2025.
Fox
100 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.8
Overall
6.2
Pick-up/drop-off
6.2
Value
6.4
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
9 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.8
Overall
8.6
Pick-up/drop-off
8.7
Value
8.3
Alamo
5 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.1
Overall
8.5
Pick-up/drop-off
8.8
Value
8.2
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 hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Oakland, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Oakland?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £36/day when booking a car hire in Oakland. The absolute best deal a user found was for £33/day from Thrifty, booked on Aug. 17.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Oakland for a week from Thrifty?
Thrifty offers hire cars in Oakland for about £222 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Oakland?
Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Oakland.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Oakland for a month?
Our recent data shows that Thrifty can potentially be 14% below the average car hire price in Oakland. Check prices and availability for Thrifty and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Oakland is on average £953 a month or £32 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Oakland car hire.
How much is a car hire in Oakland for a weekend?
The average price for a weekend car hire in Oakland is £0. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Oakland. For the month of September, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Oakland for as low as £26/day.
Car hires by fuel type in Oakland, CA
Browse car hires by fuel type in Oakland, CA. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Oakland, CA. Deals were last updated on 26 August 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Oakland, CA. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£29+).
Electric
£29+
Hybrid
£30+
Travelling to a place near Oakland?
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