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Cheap Car Hire in Sacramento from $43

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 Sacramento with a pick-up date of 17/8 and drop-off date of 8/9. 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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Sacramento car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Sacramento. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 June 2026.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

$1.81

Average price per day

$65

Cheapest price per day

$43

Popular car types in Sacramento

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Sacramento and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 8 June 2026.

There are 19 hire agencies servicing Sacramento. These agencies, altogether, have 50 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Sacramento with prices from $43 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in Sacramento:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Best car hire deals found in Sacramento

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Sacramento. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Sacramento with an average daily rate of $61. Data was last updated on 8 June 2026.
Holden Barina$43/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Volkswagen Jetta$48/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Jetta
BMW i4$50/day
5
M
A/C
BMW i4

Cheapflights insights for Sacramento car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Sacramento, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Sacramento?

For the best savings on car hire in Sacramento, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $65/day – about 27% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Sacramento?

Budget is currently the cheapest car hire company in Sacramento with deals as low as $46.75/day found in the past two weeks. Avis is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $54.04/day.

What is the best car rental company in Sacramento?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Sacramento is Hertz (rated 6.8/10 with 67 reviews). Avis (rated 6.4/10 with 44 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Sacramento?

Planning to hire a car in Sacramento? January is the cheapest month, costing about $64 per day. In contrast, June is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $79. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$64

February

$70

March

$74

April

$71

May

$71

June

$79

July

$79

August

$79

September

$74

October

$78

November

$64

December

$68

Which car hire company has the most locations in Sacramento?

Both Avis and National have 4 locations in Sacramento, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top hire agencies in Sacramento

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Sacramento known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Sacramento. Reviews were last updated on 8 June 2026.

Hertz

6.8
Okay
67 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.9

Avis

6.4
Okay
44 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Budget

6.3
Okay
72 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.6

Dollar

5.7
Fair
55 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.3

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
23 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.6

Alamo

7.6
Good
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.1

Payless

6.5
Okay
29 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.7

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Sacramento, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Sacramento?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $65/day when booking a car hire in Sacramento. The absolute best deal a user found was for $43/day from Enterprise Rent-A-Car, booked on Jun. 1.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Sacramento for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty is one of the most popular car hire companies in Sacramento, offering car hire for around $632 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Sacramento?

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Sacramento however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Sacramento for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 55% on a month-long rental by booking with Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Enterprise Rent-A-Car is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Sacramento can cost you on average $2,708 a month or $90 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Sacramento for a weekend?

    It costs $0 for a weekend car hire in Sacramento, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Sacramento in July, prices are $114 per day on average.

Car hires by fuel type in Sacramento

Browse car hires by fuel type in Sacramento. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Sacramento. Deals were last updated on 8 June 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Sacramento. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($30+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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