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California Car Rentals

You’re finally heading to California and you have your list of underground spots that have yet to make the “best of” roundups. But unless you want to live and die by the bus schedule or hope the ride shares are fast and frequent, your best bet is having your own set of wheels. You can score a cheap California rental car through Hotwire and still have plenty leftover cash to cut across town to that restaurant your friend won’t stop talking about. Better yet, ditch the trendy restaurant and cruise around to find a hidden hot spot that isn’t on everyone’s social feed…at least not yet.

Grab your wheels and go
It’s not about the freedom of the open road, it’s about the liberty to make your vacation what you want. Imagining the wind in your hair as you fly down the highway? Book a convertible. Maybe you want to take the road not taken (or paved)—hop in an SUV. Perhaps, this is the trip where you live it up and a luxury car sets the tone. But if you want this vacation to be full of pleasant surprises, then choose a Hotwire Hot Rate car. You’ll find out the rental agency after you book, but we only work with the best car rental agencies in California, so there’s no risk in rolling these dice.

Trunk full of choices
Maybe it’s all about the make or model. Could be you just want the best rate possible. The car you select is up to you, and so is the way you pick your ride. Filter by:

  • Rate: We have California rent-a cars starting at $8.99
  • Car Rental Brand: Choose your wheels from rental car suppliers
  • Car Type: Compact? Minivan? SUV? Luxury? Your ride, your choice
  • Hotwire Hot Rate Car: You pick the location and car type, let us choose the car rental agency to get you the best value

What’s better than the low price you get on your car? Picturing all the new spots you’ll discover. And if you book a Hotwire Hot Rate car, you can go even more places with the money you saved. Book here at Hotwire to grab the best deals on car rentals in California before your next trip.

Frequently Asked Questions About California

How can I get a cheap rental car in California last minute?

You can always find great last minute deals on car rentals in California. Save big with Hot Rate - score exclusive, unbeatable deals from our car suppliers.

Which car rental companies are at the California airport?

California offers a variety of car rental companies. Add your favorite airport to your search to see all available car companies.

Why should I book a last minute car rental with Hotwire?

When you need a last minute car rental deal, Hotwire's daily Hot Rate deals allows you to easily compare exclusive discounts from a wide range of the most popular car rental companies.

What if I have to cancel my trip to California?

The fastest path to canceling your booking is through one of our self-serve tools found at https://vacation.hotwire.com/lp/coronavirus-travel

*Savings are based on actual Hot Rate® car rentals made from airport pick-up locations as compared with the lowest published rates found on leading retail travel sites. Prices are dynamic and vary based on the booking date and length of the car rental. There is no guarantee these savings or rates will be in effect at the time of your search. Availability is limited. Hot Rate® cars are different from retail rates. With Hot Rate® cars you enter the location, date, and car class. The car rental company is revealed only after booking. All bookings are final.