Car hire at Los Angeles Airport from €10/day

Hyundai Accent

or similar SMALL

€10/day

Toyota Corolla

or similar MEDIUM

€18/day

Nissan Altima

or similar LARGE

€21/day

Chrysler Pacifica

or similar VAN

€37/day

Dodge Durango

or similar SUV

€51/day

Chrysler 300

or similar LUXURY

€36/day

Ford Mustang Convertible

or similar CONVERTIBLE

€50/day

Class Special Car

or similar Category

€20/day

Toyota RAV4

or similar SUV

€21/day

Ford EcoSport

or similar SUV

€21/day

Nissan Murano

or similar SUV

€26/day

Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Los Angeles Airport car hire is a convenient option to consider due to the vast urban sprawl that surrounds the region, often best explored by car. This way, you can easily navigate your way around famous tourist sites such as Hollywood, the theme parks, and the Venice Beach Promenade and Santa Monica Boulevard. You can also cover more ground by car and venture further afield along the extensive coastline or travel inland to explore the hiking opportunities, the famous Death Valley National Park, or the orange groves of Orange County.
Hiring a car at Los Angeles Airport will connect you directly to the major interstates and freeways that surround the airport. Located around 16 miles from central Los Angeles in the south-western district of Westchester, you can access Interstate 405 as you exit the airport. Alternatively, you can use State Route 1 or the Interstate 105.
Most car hire companies at Los Angeles Airport are open 24h per day, enabling you easy access to their facilities, regardless of your arrival time. You can find an Interactive Visitor’s Information Centre in the lower level of the Arrivals Halls, near to the Baggage Reclaim islands, where you can access local information, navigation routes, and courtesy phones for your convenience. There is also a unique therapy dogs programme to help you de-stress and prepare for your onward journey.
On your return to Los Angeles Airport car hire parking lots, follow the signs for "Rental Car Returns". If you are travelling in via the 405 Interstate, take the Century Boulevard exit off the freeway. Remember to check with your rental company if there are any special requirements for dropping off your vehicle. Many companies offer an after-hours service, which will allow you to drop off completed contracts and car keys in designated drop-boxes, which are located in the Returns area. You can then proceed to your shuttle to your required terminal. Bear in mind, the busiest times at Los Angeles Airport are generally between 11:00-15:00 and 18:00-23:00, so make sure to give yourself ample time to arrange your return and if at all possible, try to take advantage of the mid-afternoon lull before the evening rush.
25% of our users found a car hire at Los Angeles Airport for €45 or less
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Where are the car hire companies located at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?
All the car hire offices at Los Angeles Airport are situated away from the airport grounds and terminals in parking lot C. The major car rental companies have authorisation to pick-up and drop-off their customers via courtesy shuttles to and from the airport terminals. There is a meeting point in the lower arrivals level near to the Baggage Claim area, which is well-signposted under a purple banner labelled "Rental Car Shuttles". Alternatively, customers should wait at the Pink Lax Shuttle sign in the same area.
What documentation is required for car hire at Los Angeles Airport?
Car hire at Los Angeles Airport will require a major debit or credit card to complete your transaction. It is also a necessary requirement to be in possession of a valid driving license with photographic identity. It is advisable for foreign nationals travelling to the United States to check with their local licensing authority before departure to ensure compatibility with US driving law. It may be necessary to acquire an International Driving Permit if your license is in any language other than English for translation purposes and you may also need to provide your passport details as an extra form of identification.
What facilities are available for car hire at Los Angeles Airport?
From Los Angeles Airport terminals, you can access the car hire desks initially to make your reservation if you have not already done so. They will then arrange your courtesy shuttle to the parking lots to pick up your vehicle. There are also free telephone lines throughout all nine terminal buildings, which will connect you directly to the car hire companies to make all your arrangements. Many companies also offer online check-in, which will speed up your journey and you may also have the option to upgrade or change your vehicle this way.
How much does it cost to hire a car at Los Angeles Airport?
On average a car hire at Los Angeles Airport costs €53 per day.
What is the cheapest car hire company at Los Angeles Airport?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Ace (€10/day), Fox (€21/day) and Econorent (€23/day).
What is the best car hire company at Los Angeles Airport?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies at Los Angeles Airport are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.8, 115 reviews), Alamo (8.7, 208 reviews), and Hertz (6.8, 212 reviews).
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Los Angeles Airport?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Los Angeles Airport to off-airport locations include Budget, Dollar, Hertz, Alamo, Avis, Thrifty, Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Sixt.

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Alamo

8.7

Very Good

Read 95 reviews

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.8

Value for money

8.3

One location in Los Angeles Airport

from€57/day

Locations in Los Angeles Airport

9020 Aviation Blvd

+1 888 826 6893

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	00:00 - 23:59
Thursday	00:00 - 23:59
Friday	00:00 - 23:59
Saturday	00:00 - 23:59
Sunday	00:00 - 23:59

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Standard

Came late last night with my 3 year old and was unable to rent a car with my debit card because I was a Southern California resident. Had to uber home because they assumed I was going to steal a car with a 3 year old. I lost my credit card while in Colombia and they were unable to accommodate my request. I was willing to pay any fees but nothing was done. Really unhappy with the service.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Passenger van

Easy pickup and drop off. 24 hours accessible.

8.0 Very Good

Robert, Sept 2024

Premium

Pick-up took longer than expected, but otherwise, was a good experience. Drop-off was quicker than expected. Car worked well (screen went pixelated a couple of times, but then returned to normal). Nice vehicle to drive.

10.0 Wonderful

Mike, Jul 2024

Open-air all-terrain

The staff was excellent at getting us on the road in minutes, The process was very quick. My only complaint would be that the cost was slightly higher than some of the competition, But I was specific in wanting a convertible Jeep and was willing to pay the price. I would rent from them again. The drop off process was the same, And was completed within a minute or two.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Economy

None, please help those who donot have chip card will be more considerate

10.0 Wonderful

Andres, May 2024

Convertible

Customer service was excellent. Pick-up was smooth and drop-off was super fast.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3

Very Good

Read 73 reviews

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.2

Value for money

8.1

2 locations in Los Angeles Airport

from€65/day

Locations in Los Angeles Airport

8734 Bellanca Ave

+1 310 673 9950

Monday	08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:30
Thursday	08:00 - 17:30
Friday	08:00 - 17:30
Saturday	09:00 - 13:00
Sunday	00:00 - 23:59

9020 Aviation Blvd

+1 310 649 5400

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	00:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2025

Economy

Easy rental with friendly employees.

10.0 Wonderful

Stephanie, Dec 2024

Intermediate SUV

Very easy and quick process! Customer service was awesome - the person who helped us when we picked up gave us great dinner advice and activities to do. Person when we dropped off was very helpful and went above t above and beyond.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Compact

Easy and fast pick up and drop off

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Luxury

Car was good but at drop off my brother forgot his sunglasses in the car and it took an hour for us to be assisted at the lost and found in which by the time we were assisted. The lady told us our car was returned 1 hour before we actually returned it. (I have proof I was elsewhere at that time) and that it just was picked up by someone else 5-10 before we got assisted. This was incredibly frustrating because we had called in that we were returning to look for the sunglasses and the car wasn’t held. Also it should not have taken 1 hour for us to be assisted. In which time the car was able to be rented to the next person

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Compact SUV

Fast, friendly and professional!

10.0 Wonderful

Donovon, Oct 2024

Compact SUV

Everyone at enterprise was great 👍

Hertz

6.8

Okay

Read 129 reviews

Best rated

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.7

Value for money

6.7

One location in Los Angeles Airport

from€54/day

Locations in Los Angeles Airport

9000 Airport Blvd

+1 310 568 5100

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	00:00 - 23:59
Thursday	00:00 - 23:59
Friday	00:00 - 23:59
Saturday	00:00 - 23:59
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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Intermediate SUV

Car wasn’t ready. Really long lines at pick up and drop off.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Pick-up truck

Great

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Full-size

It was fast and easy, very flexible

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Standard SUV

I felt a lil duped. I purchased a standard SUV that said it would fit 4 people and 5 bags but when I arrived was told it wouldn’t fit and had to pay $40/extra for a car that could fit it. The standard SUV for hertz is actually an intermediate or compact SUV which is odd bc it’s normally much bigger than those. I would’ve rented from somewhere else had I known I wouldn’t get a standard that could fit us.

10.0 Wonderful

David, Sept 2024

Intermediate SUV

Amazing. Great staff and easy to pick up and drop off.

2.0 Poor

John, Aug 2024

Full-size

I had problems with 4 different cars in 2 days. Had to exchange 3 times. Manager at LAX was rude and ignorant. Refused to help. Said he did not have time for us.

Midway

6.1

Okay

Read 437 reviews

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.7

Value for money

6.6

2 locations in Los Angeles Airport

Locations in Los Angeles Airport

6151 W Century Blvd Suite 100

+1 310 649 5549

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9020 Aviation Blvd

+1 310 649 5549

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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Jan 2025

Intermediate

The car smelled like weed and cigarettes. Wasn’t clean at all. Apple car play connection had a problem.

10.0 Wonderful

Alan, Jan 2025

Standard SUV

Very positive experience. Would recommend.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2025

Intermediate

We showed up on time for our reservation and there were no cars available so we went to another car rental agency.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2025

Standard SUV

aftermarket side mirror without pre-information. difference price against the online platform.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Standard SUV

i did not rent the car from Midway due to the untold mileage restrictions placed upon locals that live in Los Angeles, California. I was informed after waiting more than 1 hour in line that it would be $400.00 holding on a credit card. I absolutely am disappointment in both Kayak and Midway. I will not look at Kayak as a travel search option again, Also, since I did not rent a car at Midway LAX . Kayak please return the insurance coverage back to me.

10.0 Wonderful

Edwin, Oct 2024

Full-size

Explanation on filling the gas needs to better

Avis

5.9

Fair

Read 85 reviews

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.9

Value for money

6.2

One location in Los Angeles Airport

from€47/day

Locations in Los Angeles Airport

9217 Airport Boulevard

+1 310 342 9200

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	00:00 - 23:59
Thursday	00:00 - 23:59
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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Compact

We were given an “upgrade” (aka reserved car not available) which was simultaneously assigned to another renter. We got there first so we got it. The person at checkout booth questioned why we had the car but paperwork confirmed the assignment. The car was in poor and potentially dangerous condition. We were driving the pacific coast highway (foggy) and the wiper cleaner would not spray. Other issues included bent tailgate that required repeated closure to latch. We reported the problems via Avis online support form. It was a weekend on xmas week so some delay might be ok, but despite 3 subsequent updates from us, Avis's only reply was automated confirmation. They still have not replied (8 days). Given online support does not exist, why is it an option and why doesn't autoreply say to call. After waiting 2 days of more harrowing rides in smeared glares of headlights, we called and were able to get another vehicle. The Avis worker was rude and sarcastic but the new car was significantly newer and in better condition. I will choose another rental company in the future.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Economy

overall was good

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Full-size SUV

Made my reservation online and was estimated $553, when I got there they charged me over $800.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Intermediate

When we arrived at the pickup counter line, Avis had 5 agents behind the counter. 4 of the 5 went on break when they were done with their customer, leaving just one agent at the counter and a growing line behind us. Then the single counter agent started handling people who walked in straight to the counter to exchange their cars. At that point there was no moving line and it didn’t look like we had any option for talking to an agent. Finally an agent came back from break and seemed to be very annoyed that she had to deal with people. Car was dirty, I couldn’t see how the back window. It was wiped down, but streaked with white material.

2.0 Poor

Jared, Aug 2024

Full-size

They over charged me $350 without permission

8.0 Very Good

Yury, Jul 2024

Intermediate SUV

The car was not cleaned thoroughly when picked up. Tires were not in a great shape resulting in vibrations. Windshield was damaged at one spot. Poor instructions have been given as for the place where the car was located and how to find it. I wish the customers are better guided within the lot as to where the vehicle is located.

Budget

5.4

Fair

Read 258 reviews

Most popular

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.5

Value for money

5.6

One location in Los Angeles Airport

from€48/day

Locations in Los Angeles Airport

9775 Airport Boulevard

+1 310 642 4500

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	00:00 - 23:59
Thursday	00:00 - 23:59
Friday	00:00 - 23:59
Saturday	00:00 - 23:59
Sunday	00:00 - 23:59