Car hire in Oakland, United States

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When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Oakland?

Our data shows that September is the cheapest month to rent a car in Oakland. It’s around $81 per day in September, compared to the yearly average of $107 per day.
Cheapest month avgSeptember • $81
Yearly avg price$107

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There are 87 car hire providers in Oakland. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Oakland

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Oakland. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Oakland

Turo
Avis
Thrifty
Dollar diamond
National
Dollar

What's the most popular car to hire in Oakland?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Chevrolet Trax is the most popular car to hire in Oakland, with prices starting from $57 per day. The Toyota Corolla and similar models are also popular drives in Oakland.
Chevrolet Trax
Chevrolet Trax9% chose this
Toyota Corolla
Toyota Corolla7% chose this
Chevrolet Spark
Chevrolet Spark6% chose this
Volkswagen Jetta
Volkswagen Jetta6% chose this
Most popular carChevrolet Trax
Why?Spacious, practical, good for families

Oakland's cheapest car hire providers

Thrifty has the cheapest car hire in Oakland right now, with prices from $57 per day. You'll save an average of $35 per day when you book with them.
Thriftyfrom $57 per day
Turofrom $91 per day
Dollarfrom $92 per day
Budgetfrom $94 per day
Cheapest providerThrifty
Book with them to save around$35 per day

Hiring a car in Oakland: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyTuro
Most popular carEconomy, 4-5 doors
Average daily price$165
Best time to book1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Oakland

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Oakland car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Oakland that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Oakland for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Oakland avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Oakland, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Oakland car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Oakland will set you back around $165 per day or $862 per week. 

The cheapest car to rent in Oakland is an economy SUV. The most popular is Economy, 4-5 doors.

Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Oakland is currently January.

On average, around $862. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Oakland is $397.

Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Oakland for a whole month is $2,420. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!

If you're looking for freedom to explore Oakland, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Oakland that have free cancellation

Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.

Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Oakland.

Most places – Oakland included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 

The cheapest price we found for an economy car is $57 per day. The average price per day is around $165.

Of course. Most major car hire companies like Turo, Avis and Thrifty offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.

Other travellers rated Dollar as the best overall in terms of experience.

Yes – van hire is available in Oakland.