KAYAK’s insights & trends for Downtown car rentals
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Downtown with confidence.
How far in advance should you book a car rental in Downtown, Long Beach?
Based on car rental prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.
To get the best price on a car rental in Downtown, Long Beach, you should book around 83 days before your trip. This could save you approximately 36% compared to booking last minute.
Which company offers the cheapest car rental in Downtown, Long Beach?
Based on car rental prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.
The cheapest car rental company in Downtown, Long Beach is Sixt at $23/day on average, followed by Avis ($28/day) and Budget ($35/day).
Which car rental company in Downtown is best rated?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK.
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Downtown are Sixt (10.0/10, 1 review), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.7/10, 15 reviews), and Hertz (7.2/10, 45 reviews).
Downtown car rental price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right rental car in Downtown by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
$32 - $47
All Car Types
$60 - $79
How much does it cost to rent a small car in Downtown?
How much does it cost to rent a medium car in Downtown?
How much does it cost to rent a large car in Downtown?
How much does it cost to rent an SUV in Downtown?
How much does it cost to rent a van in Downtown?
How much does it cost to rent a pickup truck in Downtown?
How much does it cost to rent a luxury car in Downtown?
How much does it cost to rent a convertible in Downtown?
Small car rentals in Downtown typically cost around $38 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $32 per day which is about 16% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 48% cheaper than the average rental in Downtown, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
Medium car rentals in Downtown typically cost around $61 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average $49 per day which is about 20% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 16% cheaper than the average rental in Downtown, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car rentals in Downtown typically cost around $65 per day. The best time to book is October, when prices average $55 per day which is about 16% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 10% cheaper than the average rental in Downtown, offering more comfort for longer trips at a valuable price.
SUV rentals in Downtown typically cost around $79 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $65 per day which is about 18% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 9% more expensive than the average rental in Downtown, but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.
Van rentals in Downtown typically cost around $113 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average $96 per day which is about 16% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 37% more expensive than the average rental in Downtown, but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck rentals in Downtown typically cost around $72 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average $61 per day which is about 16% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are usually the same price as an average rental in Downtown.
Luxury car rentals in Downtown typically cost around $89 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average $75 per day which is about 16% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 20% more expensive than the average rental in Downtown, but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible rentals in Downtown typically cost around $87 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average $52 per day which is about 41% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 18% more expensive than the average rental in Downtown, perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
Top tips for renting a car in Downtown, Long Beach
25% of our users found rental cars in Downtown for $58 or less.
Book your rental car in Downtown at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
Medium rental cars in Downtown are around 41% cheaper than other car types, on average.
January is typically the cheapest month to rent a car in Downtown, with prices around $45/day. March, in contrast, is often the most costly month, with an average of $71/day.
If you’re looking to save money and don’t mind renting a car in another neighborhood in Long Beach, look for deals in North Long Beach, where daily prices are around $39/day.
FAQs about renting a car in Downtown (Long Beach)
How much does it cost to rent a car in Downtown?
On average a rental car in Downtown costs $72 per day.
Are car rentals cheaper in other Long Beach neighborhoods?
No. Based on our information, SIXT in Downtown is the cheapest car rental location in Long Beach.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Downtown?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental car price ($25/day) in Downtown was found at SIXT, 100 Pacific Avenue.
What is the best rental car company in Downtown?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental company in Downtown is SIXT (10.0, 1 reviews).
We were not shown our contract and were told to sign what was a “authorization”. Our estimate of $160 ballooned to over $600 when the billed arrived. Underhanding, unethical business practices. As regular travelers, I will never use again
When i took the car i didnt see directly but the tank was half full. Is it normal?
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jan 2026
Intermediate SUV
Despite calling in advance to confirm details of any reason I wouldn’t be able to get vehicle I was told at the location of yet another reason why I wasn’t able to rent a vehicle that could have been mentioned during both calls I made.
Jazzmin helps me & gave me great service. I don’t feel like, this is my first time meeting with you. Looking forward do more business with you guys. Thanks 🙏 again Jazzmin. Keep it up good work.
We had a very big travel emergency, they were extremely helpful and kind.I will be a life time customer of Enterprise, The Long Beach staff is wonderful!
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