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Car hires in Costa Mesa, California

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Car hire insight and trends in Costa Mesa

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What car do most people hire in Costa Mesa?

Hiring the Honda Accord in Costa Mesa is the most popular car hire among momondo users, followed by hiring the Mazda Mazda3. Our users have seen Honda Accord deals in Costa Mesa for $129 per day on average, and as cheap as $116 per day. It’s an average of $98 per day to hire the Mazda Mazda3 in Costa Mesa, though you may find prices as low as $98 per day.

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Small cars

$43 - $147

All Car Types

$48 - $147

The average price of a small car hire in Costa Mesa, the United States is $37. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Costa Mesa, the United States is in July. The price is 13% lower than the rest of the year at just $43 per day. A small car rental is typically 36% less expensive than the average rental car in Costa Mesa. The average price of a vehicle hire in Costa Mesa can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a medium car hire in Costa Mesa, the United States is $46. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Costa Mesa, the United States is in August. The price is 14% lower than the rest of the year at just $54 per day. A medium car rental is typically 21% less expensive than the average rental car in Costa Mesa. The average price of a vehicle hire in Costa Mesa can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.


Costa Mesa car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Costa Mesa, California

Fox

5.6
Fair
110 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

6.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.8
Very Good
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

8.5

Budget

7.7
Good
6 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

6.2

Avis

6.8
Okay
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.8

Europcar

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Dollar

1 location

Thrifty

1 location

Payless

1 location

Driving with a car hire in Costa Mesa - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Costa Mesa so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

Is there a fee to cancel my Costa Mesa, California car hire?

Every car hire company in Costa Mesa has a different cancellation policy. At momondo, we will always disclose in the car hire search results whether or not an agency has a cancellation fee. Some of the top car hire companies in Costa Mesa include Fox, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Budget, so be sure to check if they offer free cancellation.

What is the speed limit in Costa Mesa, California?

Costa Mesa’s speed limit is 40 km/h when you are driving in the city. This speed limit might also apply to surrounding towns and neighbourhoods. The suburban speed limit in Costa Mesa is 120 km/h and the speed limit for motorways is 120 km/h. However, be sure to look for posted signage as these speeds may vary.

What is the weather like in Costa Mesa, CA in December?

Those looking for a hire car in Costa Mesa during the month of December should expect temperatures to be around 13 °C and should expect around 49 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

Is the weather in Costa Mesa similar to the rest of California?

Those looking to hire a car in Costa Mesa for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in California during the month of December usually is around 11 °C with 67.1 mm of possible rain.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Costa Mesa?

Prices for cars in Costa Mesa are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Costa Mesa?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Costa Mesa?

Among different countries, including Costa Mesa, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the hire company you're considering before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Costa Mesa?

When hiring a car in Costa Mesa, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Costa Mesa?

Using momondo to book a car hire in Costa Mesa could save you time and money. momondo searches thousands of car hire websites and locations to provide you with a wide selection of options and cars to choose from.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Costa Mesa?

Once you have performed a search for a car hire in Costa Mesa, momondo will show the results and enable you to find the best deal by using our filters; here you can narrow your search down by vehicle type, price, agencies and a multitude of policies that can apply.

Does momondo show car hire deals in Costa Mesa with free cancellation?

Yes momondo does have a filter to only highlight car hire deals which offer free cancellation. This filter is available for all car hire searches on momondo including those for cars in Costa Mesa.

Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Costa Mesa on momondo?

momondo specifically allows you to search for car hire in Costa Mesa with fair fuel policies.

Can I find a car hire in Costa Mesa which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

Yes, momondo can show you specific deals which include enhanced cleaning on car hire in Costa Mesa.

Can I search for car hire in Costa Mesa with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Unlimited mileage is indeed an option momondo offers on car hire in Costa Mesa.


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