Oakland, CA car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Oakland, CA. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Most popular company | THRIFTY |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | ฿30.05 |
Average price per day | ฿1,314 |
Cheapest price per day | ฿1,238 |
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Oakland?
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 30 April 2025.
January
฿1,201
February
฿1,368
March
฿1,368
April
฿1,602
May
฿1,936
June
฿2,136
July
฿2,236
August
฿2,103
September
฿1,869
October
฿1,802
November
฿1,569
December
฿1,635
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Oakland is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
Top rental agencies in Oakland, CA
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Oakland, CA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Oakland, CA. Reviews were last updated on 30 April 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Oakland, including Fox, Hertz and Budget. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Oakland, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Oakland?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ฿1,314/day when booking a car hire in Oakland. The absolute best deal a user found was for ฿1,238/day from Thrifty, booked on Apr. 27.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Oakland?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.2 rating), Hertz (7.2 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Oakland.
What are petrol prices like in Oakland?
The average price of petrol in Oakland is ฿30.05/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ฿1,352 and ฿1,953 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Oakland for a week from Thrifty?
Thrifty is one of the most popular car hire companies in Oakland, offering car hire for around ฿9,200 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Oakland for the best price?
Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 41% on your car hire. For a below average price in Oakland, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.
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.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Oakland for a month?
Our recent data shows that Thrifty can potentially be 6% 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 ฿39,431 a month or ฿1,314 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Oakland car hire.
What car do most people hire in Oakland?
The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan) in Oakland, making it the most popular option.