Car Rentals in Sacramento

Sacramento is the capital of California and the surrounding Central Valley Metropolitan Area is a historical, cultural, and economic center, called one of America's most diverse and livable regions. The easiest way to get around and make the most of your time here is with a Sacramento rent a car. Since gold was discovered there in 1848, spawning the infamous California gold rush and the largest human migration in history, Sacramento has grown explosively, ensuring that Sacramento car rentals are your best bet for traveling around the area.

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the main airport for Sacramento, located 15 minutes north of downtown along Interstate 5. Air service from SMF is available to Hawaii, Mexico, Canada, and all regions of the United States. The airport offers seven on-site Sacramento rent a car companies:  Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, and National, as well as shuttles to Payless outside the airport. Look for the lowest rates with Enterprise, Dollar, and Alamo. Enterprise, Avis, Budget, and Hertz also operate locations downtown, with rates that are usually cheaper than those at the airport. Try Avis or Enterprise for the best deals. Downtown Sacramento is conveniently located at the intersection of Interstate 5 and Interstate 80, at the western terminus of US Route 50, making it a great jumping off point for many popular destinations.

You must present a valid driver's license and credit card issued in your name at most Sacramento rent a car agencies, along with proof of insurance if you decline the vendor's coverage options. Usually age requirements are 21 for compact and economy cars, 25 for all others, and an additional young driver charge may apply for anyone under 25. All Sacramento car rentals must be kept within California state lines with exceptions for Reno, Lake Tahoe and Las Vegas, Nevada, after advance notification and approval from the rental company.