Los Angeles car rentals from $8/day

Los Angeles features mostly freeways, wider streets, and large parking garages that are great for any type of car. We recommend that you rent an intermediate or full-size car if you’re planning to discover the scenic routes and national parks outside the city. If you want to explore the city center, rent a convertible to fully soak up the LA sunshine. Fortunately, the city’s idyllic climate lends itself to any style of car driven year-round.

Throughout the state of California, the maximum speed limit on highways is 65 mph. Where indicated, drivers can go 70 mph. On two-lane undivided highways, the speed limit is 55 mph, while in business and residential districts the limit is 25 mph. Speed limits in Los Angeles also depend on the conditions on the road. You should watch out for construction zones which often have reduced speed zones.

There is a wealth of parking options in Los Angeles. In popular tourist areas you can expect to pay between $8 and $25 for a space in a parking lot. On many of Los Angeles’ blocks you will find meter parking that conveniently takes credit card payments. Meanwhile, in the suburbs you can take advantage of free street parking. Some residential areas and side streets require a permit, so look out for the parking signposts.

On average a rental car in Los Angeles costs $54 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Los Angeles found in the last 2 weeks is $27.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Economy Rent a Car ($8/day), NU Car ($16/day) and Priceless ($19/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Economy Rent a Car 5280 W Century Blvd 90045 (8 miles from city center).

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Los Angeles are Sixt (7.3, 282 reviews), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.2, 154 reviews), and Midway (6.3, 700 reviews).

The average gas price in Los Angeles is $4.50 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $54 and $72, depending on the car size.

Standard (Chrysler PT Cruiser or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Los Angeles.

Car rental companies onsite at Los Angeles airport include Kyte, Midway, Fox, Hertz, Ace, Priceless, GREEN MOTION, Budget, Dollar and Sixt.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Los Angeles airport to off-airport locations include Midway, Hertz, Priceless, Budget, Dollar, Sixt, Alamo, Thrifty, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and NU Car.

Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

A Standard car rental in Los Angeles costs $19 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car rental in Los Angeles costs $24 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Los Angeles costs $25 per day, on average.

In Los Angeles, cars are most frequently rented at Priceless 5250 W Century Blvd. (8 miles from city center).

On average a rental car in Los Angeles costs $378 per week ($54 per day).

On average a rental car in Los Angeles costs $1,620 per month ($54 per day).

Most car rental providers in Los Angeles offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Los Angeles, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 80 car rental agencies in Los Angeles.

Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Los Angeles so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

Los Angeles car rentals are available a short shuttle ride away from LAX. After renting your car, you may head south on the 405, connect to the 105-E, and then take the 110-N to downtown Los Angeles. Alternatively, you may head north along La Cienega Blvd, then take 10-E to downtown Los Angeles.

Los Angeles is home to hundreds of events throughout the year. Some of the more popular ones to be aware of include the Tournament of Roses Parade on January 1st around Pasadena, Chinese New Year in Chinatown around the beginning of February, and major expositions in downtown LA in June and July.