Cheap Car Hire in Oakland Airport, California from $45
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 Airport with a pick-up date of 24/6 and drop-off date of 20/7. 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.
Popular car types in Oakland Airport
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Oakland Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.
There are currently 36 hire locations operating at Oakland Airport spread across 22 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire at Oakland Airport is small car at $45 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
$55+
Compact
$45+
Intermediate
$50+
Standard
$55+
Full-size
$47+
People mover
$103+
Full-size SUV
$80+
Premium
$63+
Luxury
$73+
Supplier choice
$55+
Standard SUV
$57+
Compact SUV
$57+
Intermediate SUV
$62+
Best car hire deals found at Oakland Airport
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Oakland Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Oakland Airport with an average daily rate of $64. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Cheapflights insights for Oakland Airport car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Oakland Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car at Oakland Airport?
For the best savings on car hire at Oakland Airport, make your reservation 5 days before pickup. The average price then is just $60/day – about 29% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car hire company at Oakland Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company at Oakland Airport is Fox (rated 5.8/10 with 144 reviews). Hertz (rated 7.5/10 with 35 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car at Oakland Airport?
The cheapest month to hire a car at Oakland Airport is January, when you can expect to pay $55/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car at Oakland Airport is August ($84/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
$55
February
$64
March
$64
April
$61
May
$64
June
$75
July
$83
August
$84
September
$72
October
$72
November
$68
December
$80
What car do most people hire at Oakland Airport?
Intermediate cars (Mazda Mazda5 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Oakland Airport. Passenger van cars (Mercedes-Benz V-Class or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations at Oakland Airport?
At Oakland Airport, Advance Van Rental, Airport Van, Alamo, and AutoEurope have 1 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top hire agencies in Oakland Airport
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Oakland Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Oakland Airport. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Oakland Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found at Oakland Airport?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $96/day when booking a car hire at Oakland Airport. The absolute best deal a user found was for $73/day from Thrifty, booked on Jun. 8.
Which car hire providers are at Oakland Airport?
There are 10 car hire providers located at Oakland Airport. The following companies can be found near the Oakland Airport car hire counter:Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0)Alamo (8.2)Hertz (7.5)Budget (6.9)Thrifty (6.2)Dollar (6.2)Payless (6.1)Europcar (6.0)National (5.9)Avis (5.8)
How much does it cost to hire a car at Oakland Airport for a week from Thrifty?
Thrifty is one of the most popular car hire companies at Oakland Airport, offering car hire for around $675 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month at Oakland Airport?
Yes, hiring a vehicle at Oakland Airport for a month is certainly possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Oakland Airport for a month?
The monthly cost of a car hire at Oakland Airport is $2,894 ($96/day) on average.
Car hires by fuel type in Oakland Airport
Browse car hires by fuel type in Oakland Airport. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Oakland Airport. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Oakland Airport. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($33+).
Electric
$33+
Hybrid
$33+