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Hawthorne car rentals from $50/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in Hawthorne with a pick-up date of 5/1 and drop-off date of 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Hawthorne car rental information

Pick-up locationHawthorne
Car typesCompact, Convertible, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Minivan, Premium SUV, Standard, Standard SUV
Rental locations3
Airport locations0
Popular agenciesBudget, Avis

Cheap car rentals in Hawthorne

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Economy$50/day
Compact$50/day
Intermediate$52/day
Standard$58/day
Full-size$55/day
Minivan$77/day
Full-size SUV$92/day
Convertible$92/day
Premium SUV$97/day
Intermediate SUV$56/day
Standard SUV$62/day
Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Hawthorne

  • Las Angeles International Airport (LAX) is about 4.1 miles from Hawthorne’s city center. Car rentals in Hawthorne are the most ideal among the many transit options you may have to get to Hawthorne from LAX. Renting a car offers convenience in terms of privacy and freedom touring the city. When using public transportation, you are mostly limited to visiting destinations in towns and cities. Using a rented car, however, enables you to discover new destinations and reach them with less issues. Renting cars also provides comfort and the feel of vacation. Drive to Downtown Hawthorne and explore the boutiques and museums there, or go to a county fair and re-live about your childhood memories.
  • Landing in LAX gives you a variety of car rentals in Hawthorne that could be ideal for your ground transportation. Upon landing at the airport, the onsite Hawthorne car rentals are on the Lower level of Arrival Level Islands just outside the baggage claim area. There is a purple sign reading Rental Car Shuttles that you can look for and get the different car rentals in Hawthorne counters. The car rentals in Hawthorne agencies are Avis, Alamo, Dollar, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, Fox, Payless, Sixt, National, Thrifty, and Zipcar.
  • Driving in Hawthorne is easy as the traffic rules are simple and many drivers and motorists adhere to the traffic rules when driving in Hawthorne. As a new driver, you may be unfamiliar with most of the routes in Hawthorne. Jaywalking isn’t considered illegal in Hawthorne. However, there are many instances where pedestrians jaywalk, and cyclists and motorists fail to follow traffic rules. Make sure you are attentive when driving to avoid accidents.
  • Traffic in Hawthorne is at its peak from 7:00 am to around 8:30 am. The evening rush hours are highest for about 25 minutes. Traffic in the evening starts from about 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Avoid going to the city during rush hour or take a motorbike to maneuver the city and beat traffic.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Hawthorne for $37 or less
  • Book your rental car in Hawthorne at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Standard rental cars in Hawthorne are around 74% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Hawthorne

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Hawthorne?

    On average a rental car in Hawthorne costs $46 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 Hawthorne found in the last 2 weeks is $21.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Hawthorne?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Budget ($50/day) and Avis ($50/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Budget 3145 W Rosecrans Ave 90250 (2 miles from city center).

  • How much is gas price in Hawthorne?

    The average gas price in Hawthorne is $3.89 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $47 and $62, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Hawthorne?

    Standard (Kia Forte or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Hawthorne.

  • Which car rental companies are at Los Angeles airport (LAX)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Los Angeles airport include Ace, Kyte, Midway, Airport Van, Fox, Priceless, Hertz, NextCar, Sixt and NU Car.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Los Angeles airport (LAX)?

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

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Hawthorne?

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

  • How much does a Standard car rental cost in Hawthorne?

    A Standard car rental in Hawthorne costs $16 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Premium car rental cost in Hawthorne?

    A Premium car rental in Hawthorne costs $17 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Hawthorne?

    A Compact car rental in Hawthorne costs $18 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Hawthorne?

    In Hawthorne, cars are most frequently rented at Airport Van 9750 Airport Blvd (3 miles from city center).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Hawthorne?

    On average a rental car in Hawthorne costs $324 per week ($46 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Hawthorne?

    On average a rental car in Hawthorne costs $1,388 per month ($46 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Hawthorne?

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

  • How many car agencies are operating in Hawthorne?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 3 car rental agencies in Hawthorne.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Hawthorne?

    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!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Hawthorne?

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

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Hawthorne?

    When visiting Hawthorne, one of the critical things you might want to decide on is the type of car that you will be using when you rent one. If you can afford a luxury car, you can rent one from car rental agencies. If you want to carry big luggage, you could get a van. An SUV if you need more interior space in the vehicle, or even a Hatchback if you want to spice up your trip. You can also hire a compact car from one of the agencies to drive through the city.

  • What's the speed limit in Hawthorne?

    Different streets in Hawthorne have varying speed limits. Ensure you are keen on the roads to notice any changes in speed limit. Roads such as Hawthorne Boulevard have a speed limit of 45 mph, 40 mph between Indian Park and Highbridge Road, 35mph between Silver Spur Road and Indian Peak Road, etcetera. Ensure you slow the speed to 25 mph when passing through a school zone and 30 mph in a residential area. The city has four intersections using red-light cameras to enforce the red light rule.

  • Where are the best places to park in Hawthorne?

    If you are staying at a hotel in Hawthorne, many city hotels offer their guests free parking. However, if you are driving to town and require a space to park the car, you can choose to park on 117th Street Hawthorne, Manor Drive, Acacia Avenue, and Hawthorne Boulevard, among others. The city also has various metered parking lots where you can receive the services and pay for them. Most of the parking lots provide parking services for about two hours. Make sure you know the period you are allowed to park in Hawthorne before heading there to park the car.

Hawthorne car rental reviews and directory

Budget

10.0

Wonderful

4 reviews
Best rated
Most popular

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

9.0

One location in Hawthorne

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Locations in Hawthorne

3145 W Rosecrans Ave

+1 310 970 1792

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00

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2.0 Poor

Aug 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

nothing. I will never do business with Budget/Avis again

Cons:

be sure to check weekly rates. It would have been $100 cheaper to rent for the week instead of for 5 days like we did. That's madness, by the way. They didnt have the minivan we booked. The hotline suggested we drive to another location to get one and we did. They didnt have one either and then we were 4 hours behind schedule at the end of all of it. After our trip, the car was dusty from camping inside (no sand or mud, just dust and maybe some grass) and they wanted to charge us $25. I highly recommend renting for one day less than you need and simply dropping it off the next day for a $10 late fee. TEN DOLLARS!! Why does it cost $150/d to rent but only $10 a day if you are "late"???

10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2023

KAYAK
Car had not been cleaned up but we appreciated the offer for a Prius Toyota instead of a Kia Soul.

10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2022

KAYAK
Friendly and thorough staff!

1 out of 1

Avis

5.4

Cleanliness

4.6

Comfort

5.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.3

Value for money

6.0

One location in Hawthorne

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3145 W Rosecrans Ave

+1 310 219 3349

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00

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2.4 Poor

Oct 2020

KAYAK

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Angel was rude, lied and said convertible mustang was cheaper than hard top mustang. Wouldn't give me a discount stating "he was doing me a favor offering me a hard top at the same price as the convertible. Then walked off without a word once he THOUGHT I was recording his rude, uncompromising behavior. The ln the manager Raul, proceeded to convince me the damage on the car would not be affected by driving conditions, said he would take a video/picture of the broken part of the bumper, right before he was about to take the video he got a call. He proceeded to stay in the call approximately 10 minutes , when all parties new I was pressed for time due to a funeral I was due to attend. They printed up my paper work at 10:19am, after haggling with me over not having my convertible at their site. From 10:19 a.m. it took an additional 20 minutes to do the walk around I did not pull out of their drive until 10:40. up on bringing the car back I return the car at 11:00 thinking that I would be given a 30 minute leeway before being charged an hour. When I got into the office on a Sunday there was an personnel that simply wanted me to drop the key and leave, my gut was telling me to ask him to print up a final receipt, as I am walking away I see that the man had charged me an additional $71 plus tax totaling $94. When I return to ask what the charge was for he stated that I went over because my original reservation was for 10:00 a.m. and since it was 11:05 I went over the time. He then stayed at that he could not do any changes unless I showed him a video with a timestamp, his impatient made me nervous uncomfortable and afraid that they would charge me more since they were due to close soon, and we're trying to rush me off. I since found a complaint with Avis who assisted me promptly, thank you phone agent Lorenzo for looking out for me.I knew before taking the car that something did not feel right in my spirit I even said that twice to each personnel. This is the most rudest customer service I have ever experienced in my 42 years of living

6.0 Okay

Apr 2022

KAYAK
Start with a full tank of gas. Then make it easier to have a customer pay tolls independently. Car had a strange odor to it as well.

1 out of 1

Super Cheap

10.0

Wonderful

No reviews available

One location in Hawthorne

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5231 W. Imperial Hwy, Unit A

+1 310 645 3993

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Midway

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2 locations in Hawthorne

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11231 South La Cienega

+1 424 293 4855

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11231, S. La Cienega Boulevard

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10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2023

KAYAK
Extremely friendly and fast service. No pressure to add unnecessary insurance. And when I dropped off the rental, they were able to give me a ride to the airport.

10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2023

KAYAK
At LAX Midway I happen to go to the wrong location. After waiting 35-40 min in line I was informed that I was at the wrong location. My bad on that, but the staff person sent me over to the other location that was closed. She should have know that they close at noon on a Saturday. I was lucky enough that a very pleasant sales man rented me a car because I had to be at a funeral. He was amazing. On return the service was excellent and she went out of her way for me. I learned a lesion to check the address and just not the name of a business.

2.0 Poor

Sep 2022

KAYAK
Zero cars available and yet they kept taking reservations. Terrible company

10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2022

KAYAK
Easily the best rates/value for your buck and amber was very helpful and courteous! She made the entire process effortless

1 out of 2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

No score available yet

Cheapest deal

One location in Hawthorne

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15312 Hawthorne Blvd

+1 310 679 7368

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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4.0 Mediocre

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

they refunded the gas I put in on the first car

Cons:

they need to maintain their cars, first one with overheating sign, 2nd one has oil change blinking warning. It stressed us out and wasted some of our time.

10.0 Wonderful

Dec 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

very friendly and helpful staff, easy drop off

Cons:

Great service.

10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2022

KAYAK
Great rental car business, highly recommend

1 out of 1

State Van Rental

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One location in Hawthorne

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9020 Bellanca Avenue

+1 310 641 7000

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10.0 Wonderful

Jul 2022

KAYAK
Great Service nice and very clean van i use van for 5 day it was awesome staff is excelent all people at state van rantal very professional great very vvvvvvvvvvvv HAPPY

8.0 Very good

May 2022

KAYAK
My experience with State Van Rental was ok. The attended was professional and explained there process. What could have been better….. an updated van. I like how the attendant came and picked us up and drop us right off at the drop off area for our flight. In my next travel if a van is needed I will use them again.

7.9 Good

Aug 2021

KAYAK
We got to the office to drop off the van we rented at 7:35am and the office was closed. We had to wait for the manager to get there. Who arrived at 7:45am, and the everything worked out fine and seamless, but we got a little nervous because no one informed us the wouldn't be working.

9.2 Wonderful

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The car wasn’t in a perfect condition but was ok.

10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Lindon was Super helpful and friendly when I called ahead to confirm the reservation AND the day of! We’ve worked with other companies, but will be returning to State Van rental because of his excellent customer service

Cons:

It would have been better if they had high-ceiling or Promaster cargo vans

10.0 Wonderful

Jun 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Helpful and friendly staff. Smooth experience.

1 out of 3

Eagle Rent A Car

No score available yet

2 locations in Hawthorne

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11860 S. La Cienega Blvd

Opening times not available

Los Angeles airport

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All States Car Rental

No score available yet

One location in Hawthorne

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15318 Hawthorne Blvd

+1 424 675 4353

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LA Auto Spot

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One location in Hawthorne

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11992 Hawthorne Boulevard

+1 833 808 0331

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Rent-4-Less

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One location in Hawthorne

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15312 S. Hawthone Blvd

(310) 856-5755

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31 travelers who rented a car in Hawthorne gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.7

Car rental locations in or near Hawthorne

Good to know

Most popular agency

Kyte

Most popular car type

Standard

Average price

$46/day

Good deal

$37/day

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