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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Huntington Beach car rentals
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Huntington Beach with confidence.
How far in advance should you book a rental car in Huntington Beach?
You should book your rental car in Huntington Beach around 83 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Huntington Beach?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Budget ($23.90/day), Thrifty ($24.88/day) and Hertz ($26.98/day). The cheapest rental car price was found at Budget 19092 Beach Boulevard (1.8 mi from city center).
What is the best rental car company in Huntington Beach?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Huntington Beach are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9.4, 4 reviews), Avis (7.0, 3 reviews), and Hertz (7.0, 7 reviews).
What is the most popular rental car in Huntington Beach?
Standard rentals (Toyota Corolla or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to rent in Huntington Beach. Standard rentals in Huntington Beach cost $56/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as $43/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Huntington Beach?
The cheapest month to rent a car in Huntington Beach is January at an average cost of $31/day. July is the most expensive month to rent a car in Huntington Beach when prices are $53/day on average, which tends to be 23% above the yearly average rental price for Huntington Beach.
What rental car company in Huntington Beach has the most locations?
Avis, Budget and Hertz each operate 2 locations in Huntington Beach, more than any other rental company.
KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach offers various entertainment and sightseeing opportunities, such as the Huntington Beach Pier, where you can partake in some fishing activities with friends or colleagues. Using assistance from car rentals in Huntington Beach, you can drive about 4.2 miles to the Bolsa Chica State Beach for a fun-filled surfing day. You can get to this city via three airports, the Los Angeles International Airport, John Wayne Airport, and Long Beach Airport.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is about 36 miles away from Huntington Beach. The John Wayne Airport (SNA) is around 10 miles, while the Long Beach Airport (LGB) sits approximately 17 miles from central Huntington Beach. John Wayne Airport has a convenient center for car rentals in Huntington Beach where you can get Fox, U-Save, Thrifty, Turo, and GREEN MOTION services. You can board a shuttle from the airport’s Ground Transportation Center at the lower Arrival Level to the pick-up location. Long Beach Airport contains a Rental Car Center with several providers such as Budget, Turo, Alamo, Avis, Enterprise, and National. You can access this center by following the signs to the Baggage Claim, exiting the terminal, and proceeding to their counters. Upon arriving via the Los Angeles International Airport, you can find companies like Ace Rent-A-Car, GREEN MOTION, NU Car, Economy Rent a Car, Priceless, U-Save, and Thrifty at the Rental Car office. The airport has a courtesy shuttle service that can efficiently transport you to the pick-up point. You can get these buses below the purple Rental Car Shuttles sign outside the Baggage Claim on the arrivals level islands.
Huntington Beach has freeway access to the three airports, making it comfortable to move in and around the city in your rented car. The multiple public streets and major highways, such as I-405 (San Diego Freeway), Highway 1 (Pacific Coast Highway), and Highway 39 (Beach Blvd), that facilitate efficient maneuverability. You want to carefully watch for cyclists because many Huntington Beach residents use bicycles and sometimes ride outside the assigned bike lane. The city also has jaywalking situations, so you should drive with keen attention to the pedestrians.
Huntington Beach experiences heavy traffic along the major roads during the evening rush hours, such as I-405 that welcomes commuters from LAX. It’s recommended to organize your schedule with some flexibility because most morning congestion occurs from about 7am to around 10am. This seaside city has snow-less winters and maintains pleasant conditions nearly all year, enabling you to enjoy quality driving on your visit.
Driving a service from cheap car rentals in Huntington Beach requires observing the city's safe and legal riding regulations. The town follows California's alcohol limit of 0.08% or more. It is unlawful to drive your rental if your blood alcohol content reaches these amounts. Most rental locations in Huntington Beach require you to be 25 years to get a vehicle. However, you can get different companies renting to drivers aged at least 21. You typically incur an underage surcharge when falling between 21 and 24 years old. Additionally, some rental providers limit access to specific car models, such as luxury or SUV options. In such cases, you must be 25 years to rent these specialty vehicles.
Most Huntington Beach car rentals need you to show a valid driver's license with a photograph. International drivers must produce their foreign driving license with an International Driver's Permit (IDP). The IDP is optional but recommended for foreign drivers with a license written in a Latin-based language like Spanish or German. However, international clients from countries featuring languages in non-Latin-based alphabet must provide the IDP. Some examples in this category include Korean, Japanese, Arabic, and Chinese drivers.
You want to be attentive to pedestrians when driving your car rental around Huntington Beach. Many people cross Beach Boulevard outside a crosswalk in between two controlled intersections. Such spots sit between Yorktown and Garfield or Slater and Warner. You also want to be keen when driving on the Pacific Coast Highway at 14th Street and 11th Street. These points feature an opening in the divider and yellow crossing signs on the partition for pedestrians. Outside the streets with a traffic signal, they are the only locations where pedestrians can legally cross. Many people often illegally cross the Pacific Highway Coast on other numbered streets.
25% of our users found rental cars in Huntington Beach for $31 or less
Compact rental cars in Huntington Beach are around 42% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Huntington Beach
What type of car is recommended for driving in Huntington Beach?
You can rent a jeep if you’re exploring around the city since the model can make your trips to different beaches more exciting. Some drivers may double park in the lots and having a compact type can enhance your convenience and navigation in the limited areas.
What’s the speed limit in Huntington Beach?
The city has around a 15mph speed limit at intersections, railroad crossings, and alleys where you may experience low visibility. You must restrict your speed to approximately 25mph when cruising along with residential and business districts. Besides, the maximum speed limit in urban regions is about 55mph under California law.
Where are the best places to park in Huntington Beach?
You can utilize the Pacific City Parking with ample handicap parking along the Pacific Coast Highway, costing about $50 daily for self-parking. The Main Promenade Parking Structure on Main Street in the town center has more affordable rates of around $15 per day. Most beaches in the city offer free parking, such as the Bolsa Chica State Beach and Huntington Beach Pier.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Huntington Beach?
On average a rental car in Huntington Beach costs $39 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 Huntington Beach found in the last 2 weeks is $29.
Which car rental companies are at Los Angeles airport (LAX)?
How much does a Standard car rental cost in Huntington Beach?
A Standard car rental in Huntington Beach costs $65 per day, on average.
How much does a Special car rental cost in Huntington Beach?
A Special car rental in Huntington Beach costs $38 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Huntington Beach?
A Compact car rental in Huntington Beach costs $40 per day, on average.
Should I get insurance when renting a car in Huntington Beach?
Most car rental providers in Huntington Beach offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Huntington Beach, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
How many car agencies are operating in Huntington Beach?
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 7 car rental agencies in Huntington Beach.
What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Huntington Beach?
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 Huntington Beach?
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Huntington Beach so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
What is the best place to rent a car in Huntington Beach?
You can rent a car in Huntington Beach on Beach Boulevard. Different companies have offices along the Boulevard, between 1.8 and 3.8 miles from the city center. Other popular rental locations include Harbor Boulevard, South Main Street, and Campus Drive.
What rules should I observe when driving cheap car rentals in Huntington Beach?
Kids must ride in a child restraint until they turn 6 or weigh 60 lb. Children exceeding these age and weight requirements must ride in a properly fitted seat belt until they turn 16. All occupants must put on the seat belt, including those in the back seat.
Moe, my first contact. While swapped, handled my needs like a pro. He is a great rep for Enterprise Car Rental.
Cons:
Nothing really.
9.6 Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2020
Pros:
Friendly staff and quick service without upselling.
Cons:
The parking lot is not marked well enough given the tight space. Painting on the ground would help determine where to pick up and drop off the cars and where to wait if you're getting dropped off or picked up by someone?
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