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Cerritos car rentals from $26/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 Cerritos with a pick-up date of 5/26 and drop-off date of 5/28. 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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Economy$26/day
Compact$30/day
Intermediate$28/day
Standard$30/day
Minivan$38/day
Full-size SUV$45/day
Premium$32/day
Luxury$36/day
Pickup truck$42/day
Standard SUV$30/day
Intermediate SUV$34/day
Compact SUV$36/day
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Cerritos

  • Getting car rentals in Cerritos can go a long way in making your tour of the city a lot more enjoyable. A rental car brings a different level of flexibility that you wouldn’t otherwise get with any other transport option. Whether you want to check out the breathtaking scenery at Don Knabe Community Regional Park, have some fun with friends at The Gardens Casino, or check out the amazing exhibits at The Los Angeles County Fire Museum, you can visit each one of them hassle-free. You will also be able to visit neighboring cities and see some of the most attractive attractions in California such as the Hollywood sign, the Los Angeles Walk of Fame, and various beaches.
  • When going to Cerritos, you could land at John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana or Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Regardless of the airport, you choose to land in, you can still get Cerritos car rentals as both airports are served by close to ten car rental agencies. In the case of John Wayne Airport, you can find the Alamo, Avis, Budget and Enterprise rental agencies’ desks in the lower level of the arrivals area between Terminals A and B. If you’re landing at Los Angeles International Airport, the rental car agencies are slightly distributed around the airport, but you can access them using a shuttle that is available outside baggage claim on the lower level of the arrivals area. Some of the agencies available at this airport include Dollar, Sixt, National, Hertz, and Fox.
  • While jaywalking is illegal in Cerritos, there are still people who do it. Therefore, you need to be very careful when driving around these streets to avoid any unforeseen accidents. In addition, cyclists are also common, especially in residential districts and school zones. For that reason, you need to leave them enough space on roads that don’t have a cycling lane and ensure you double-check your mirrors when turning right just in case there’s one hidden in the blind spot.
  • Driving your car rentals in Cerritos should be a walk in the park as long as you avoid the traffic rush hours between 7 am and 9 am and in the evening between 4 pm and 6 pm. Some of the roads that are mostly affected include the Riverside Freeway and Bloomfield Avenue. It is also worth pointing out that most toll roads in the area don’t have a cash booth so you will have to pay for these tolls online.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Cerritos for $37 or less
  • Book your rental car in Cerritos at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Supplier choice rental cars in Cerritos are around 41% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Cerritos

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

    On average a rental car in Cerritos costs $44 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 Cerritos found in the last 2 weeks is $21.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Cerritos?

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  • How much is gas price in Cerritos?

    The average gas price in Cerritos is $3.93 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $47 and $63, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Cerritos?

    Supplier choice (Class Special SUV or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Cerritos.

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

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

  • 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 Priceless, Sixt, Airport Van, Midway, Budget, Hertz, Alamo, Thrifty, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and NU Car.

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

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

  • How much does a Special car rental cost in Cerritos?

    A Special car rental in Cerritos costs $40 per day, on average.

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

    A Compact car rental in Cerritos costs $26 per day, on average.

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

    A Standard car rental in Cerritos costs $30 per day, on average.

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

    On average a rental car in Cerritos costs $308 per week ($44 per day).

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

    On average a rental car in Cerritos costs $1,321 per month ($44 per day).

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

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

  • How many car agencies are operating in Cerritos?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 1 car rental agencies in Cerritos.

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

    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 Cerritos?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Cerritos 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 Cerritos?

    Due to the narrow nature of some of the streets in Cerritos as well as the fairly smooth terrain that is common in most places in the city, you can get a standard sedan or even a luxury sedan depending on your budget. Such vehicles are easy to drive around the city and you don’t have to worry about struggling to fit your Cerritos rental car into tight parking spaces.

  • What’s the speed limit in Cerritos?

    Different speed limits apply to different roads depending on where they are located. For example, on interstate highways, you can go as fast as 65 mph and 55 mph if the highway is undivided. When driving around school zones, residential districts, and the business district, you are required to keep it to a minimum of 25 mph. It is worth mentioning that in areas where the speed limit is posted on signs, that limit supersedes any other set limits.

  • Where are the best places to park in Cerritos?

    When parking your car rentals in Cerritos for a brief period, street parking is the best option since you will only pay for the duration you have parked and it is much more convenient. However, if you’re parking your car for an extended period, you should consider a parking garage or parking lot such as Cerritos High Parking Lot or 600 Los Cerritos Center Parking. They are more secure and don’t have time limitations.

Cerritos car rental reviews and directory

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.7

Wonderful

28 reviews
Best rated
Most popular

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

9.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.4

Value for money

8.2

3 locations in Cerritos

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Locations in Cerritos

10901 Auto Square Drive

+1 562 860 3500

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

12345 Carson St

+1 562 263 5563

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

4915 Lincoln Ave.

+1 562 860 3500

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Tiffany was very wonderful. I enjoyed my time with her.

10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The didn’t have the car reserved. So instantly go a upgrade, the car was perfect for my drive to San Francisco. And looking back I don’t think I would of nearly enjoyed as much with the original car I picked. While doing the vehicle inspection I did not notice the car had a nail in the front passenger tire luckily it did not pop on my trip I noticed it took it to an enterprise unfortunately they did not have a car nearly as nice as the one I was driving so they preferred that I take it to a qualified tire repair shop and have them bill enterprise. They were very nice and didn’t bill me the entire day. And it took maybe 4 hours I had the car by 4 pm.

Cons:

The car had 15% oil life and I noticed it probably halfway through California so completely pointless to stop and get an oil change I just drove it until it hit zero and luckily that was about 20 minutes outside of LA on the way back home. Not a big deal when you deal with as many cars as they do.

6.0 Okay

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

It was quick and easy.

Cons:

Nothing at this time

9.6 Wonderful

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Easy to pickup and drop off. Staff was friendly and helpful.

Cons:

The back seat of the mini van wasn’t very clean.

10.0 Wonderful

May 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly and answered all our questions.

Cons:

Having cars ready for people with reservations and sticking to scheduled pickup times. I had a reservation for 9am pickup and car wasn't ready until 10am.

1 out of 6

Thrifty

6.0

Okay

No reviews available

One location in Cerritos

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Locations in Cerritos

6498 South Street

+1 562 804 0268

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 13:00

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Budget

No score available yet

Cheapest deal

3 locations in Cerritos

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12541 Rosecrans Avenue

+1 562 407 2800

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
Sunday10:00 - 17:00

13770 Firestone Boulevard

+1 562 921 7027

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
Sunday09:00 - 13:00

5032 Lincoln Avenue

+1 714 236 9452

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
Sunday09:00 - 13:00

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2.0 Poor

Dec 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

Didn’t even get to drive a rental car. Location was sold out even though i had a reservation set.

2.0 Poor

Aug 2017

KAYAK

Cons:

I was given wrong information when I called the budget hotline or customer service line. I was told I can use a debit card because I am over 25 and didn't need a credit card. When I got there first of all they had no cars at all... this was before I knew I could not use my debit card. They said they had 2 cars left.... a pathfinder and jeep compass. The people next to me just rented the pathfinder and then was informed the compass was not even on the lot. The lady was super rude!!!!! I rented a small size car and asked her since there are none here can you call another rental place to see if they have any. Was told it is to close to closing time. The overall experience was AWFUL!!!!!!!! the customer service was HORRIBLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I did not leave with a car. I told the lady I have no problem getting a credit card..... again left without a car!!! It was overall a HORRIBLE experience..... I do not take this out on Budget in general but the place that is renting your cars..... needs to be checked out!!!!!

2.0 Poor

Dec 2015

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Paperwork took too much time. A lot of unnecessary paperwork presented. The agency demands $500 deposit, which they claim to apply to damage and or tickets, so they ar already assuming ..... A 7 seater minivan was booked and we got an Cramped suv

2.0 Poor

Apr 2022

KAYAK
We reserved the car, but they rented it to someone else before we got there. They did not have any other vehicles to accommodate us, so we left without a car. I do not recommend this company!

8.0 Very good

Nov 2021

KAYAK
Very pleasant! Thank you.

4.0 Mediocre

Jul 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Very slow Poor customer service 😢 I canceled my reservation right after saying there for 45mn

1 out of 2

Avis

No score available yet

2 locations in Cerritos

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13770 Firestone Boulevard

+1 562 802 3087

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
Sunday09:00 - 13:00

5032 Lincoln Avenue

+1 714 826 4770

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
Sunday09:00 - 13:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2024

KAYAK
The staff was great.

2.0 Poor

Jun 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Dirty car, terrible service, very rude

4.4 Mediocre

Sep 2016

KAYAK

Cons:

I went to pick Up my car at the location selected, and they were no cars. They sent me to another location ever farer to pick up the car.

2.0 Poor

Jun 2023

KAYAK
Can’t really provide a full experience review since a day before my scheduled rental pick up date I get a call from the local office telling me that they don’t have an available rental for me. As a standard customer service practice, it would be expected for them to take the initiative and find an alternate vehicle for your reservation, yet I was told that if I wanted another vehicle, to call the 1-800 number and speak to someone for them to find me another vehicle. Since my trip was coming up in a few hours, I needed to find a solution ASAP, so I called. I was able to find an alternate vehicle but with a price increase and a price adjustment or honor of the original price was not an option. So, for future rentals I am not sure if I would trust the company for my trips.

1 out of 2

Hertz

No score available yet

One location in Cerritos

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12140 Carson Street Unit D

+1 562 420 9016

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 13:00

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2.0 Poor

Dec 2018

KAYAK

Cons:

I reserved a full-size car at a local location. I called the location about an hour later to let them know I would be about and hour later than the reservation time to pick up the car. I was told they didn’t have any full-size cars available, only minivans and I shouldn’t use a third party service to book a car. They said I should always contact the branch first. Then I called the 800 number to help locate a car in the area to fulfill my reservation. The 800 number agent told me that the branch showed availability but she could not confirm that they had a car for me. I did not rent a car from Hertz.

4.0 Mediocre

Feb 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

Agents been friendly and price

Cons:

Car was not up to standard; Warning lights coming on . Kind of scary, didn't know what was going to happen at any time.

10.0 Wonderful

Jan 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

The pick up and drop off was quick and easy. Great customer customer service. Will definitely use again! Great value.

Cons:

I used a debit card and the held an extra $200 for the deposit.

2.0 Poor

Sep 2017

KAYAK

Cons:

They did a bait and switch move. Defined the class of car we rented to a lower class vehicle that was way too small for our needs. We cancelled the order.

10.0 Wonderful

May 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

We rented a van for a trip to see our son graduate. It was great. Our only problem was we got a flat tire in the middle of the desert. Called Hertz and they found a tire for us in the next town. Got there on the spare tire and had to buy a new tire for the van. When we returned the van, the cost of the tire was deducted from our bill. While the cost of the van was more than other rentals, I will definitely rent from Hertz again.

8.0 Very good

Apr 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

The service and the counterperson. He explained how it was difficult to stock cars all of the time. I did not need my car the first day and he was explaining to me how that can be a challenge to get a car

Cons:

That they didn't have a ton of cars

1 out of 3

59 travelers who rented a car in Cerritos gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.0

Car rental locations in or near Cerritos

Good to know

Most popular agency

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Average price

$44/day

Good deal

$37/day

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