Book Thrifty hire cars in Los Angeles

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Pros

" and clean"(in 2376 reviews)
"The "(in 959 reviews)
", easy pick up."(in 959 reviews)

Cons

"Thrifty's was terrible."(in 203 reviews)
" inside."(in 69 reviews)
" is horrible."(in 203 reviews)

Reviews for Thrifty in Los Angeles

Overall rating5.6 FairBased on 289 reviews
Cleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.4
Overall
5.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.3
Value for money
6.0

Recent reviews

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4.0
The taxes and drop fee were a surprise when picking up the vehicle as I thought my prepaid fee was my total.Reviewed 25 Apr 2024
review fromkayak
2.0
I had a reservation with this bad reputation company, when I got to the counter the agent said he doesn’t have the car I requested, I should either pay extra money to get upgraded car or wait until they got a car, I asked how long I should wait he answered me “might takes hour” trying to enforce me pay them more.Reviewed 23 Apr 2024
review fromkayak
10.0
I love how fast the check-in was and check out was even faster. Park the car and leave it there as as that. The car given was great, came with all the current safety features and plug ins for charging electronics.Reviewed 27 Mar 2024
review fromkayak
3.9
3 1/2 hours in line to pick up car. Everything else was good. They are simply short staffed.Reviewed 6 July 2021
review fromkayak
5.9
Despite having a reservation and pick up time for the vehicle, there were a staggering 40+ customers ahead of me also waiting for their vehicles. I had the last and only vehicle in my category. The person at the desk was great but the nearly an hour waiting to be served was unacceptable- especially at the highly inflated rates.Reviewed 24 June 2021
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2.0
Cons:N/AReviewed 31 May 2021
review fromkayak
2.0
Pros:Waited in line 3 hours before I was able to get my car, then was given a car with no keys and it took another hour to get a replacementCons:Just about everythingReviewed 23 May 2021
review fromkayak
4.0
Cons:They didn’t explain the charges and “upgraded” me to a car that cost double what I reserved with hidden charges. When I asked if any other less expensive vehicles were available the agent just said no. I was too tired and hungry to look somewhere else.Reviewed 16 May 2021
review fromkayak
4.0
Pros:Pick up was a nightmare. Super long line to pick up. 1.5 hours. Check in staff kept going on breaks. Very unorganized and took way too long. Drop off was a breeze.Cons:Quicker pick ups. Stop harassing to get insurance.Reviewed 15 May 2021
review fromkayak
2.0
Cons:Shuttle bus takes forever, pickup takes forever, you lose hours just waiting for these clowns. then they don't have enough cars or the right type of cars and don't know what to do. Worthless.Reviewed 10 May 2021
review fromkayak
6.0
Cons:The gas tank was only 3/4 full when we picked up the car. When I complained about it at pick up I was accused of being “picky” — right after being informed that I’d be charged nine dollars a gallon for gas if it wasn’t returned full. Wack.Reviewed 8 May 2021
review fromkayak
6.0
Pros:Car itself was good, fine ride. Drop off at Palm Springs airport was very simple and hassle free.Cons:Pick up line at Los Angeles airport (LAX) was very long. Took about an hour to pick up the car, and for a while was outside in the hot sun; so was not a pleasant wait.Reviewed 6 May 2021
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Where can I find Thrifty hire cars in Los Angeles?

Address

9000 Airport Boulevard

Hours

Monday00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday00:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 23:59
Friday00:00 - 23:59
Saturday00:00 - 23:59
Sunday00:00 - 23:59

Phone

+1 310 258 3000

Address

1177 South Beverly Drive

Hours

Monday09:00 - 16:00
Tuesday09:00 - 16:00
Wednesday09:00 - 16:00
Thursday09:00 - 16:00
Friday09:00 - 16:00

Phone

+1 310 553 5128

Address

361 North La Brea Avenue

Hours

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 16:00

Phone

+1 323 965 9691

Address

800 North Alameda Street

Hours

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 16:00

Phone

+1 213 625 1034

Address

6728 Reseda Boulevard

Hours

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 16:00

Phone

+1 818 705 0495

Address

7355 Canoga Avenue

Hours

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 16:00

Phone

+1 818 274 0183

Good to know

Most popular location

9000 Airport Boulevard

Most popular car type

Premium

Average price

$89/day

Good deal

$69/day

Top tips for hiring a car from Thrifty in Los Angeles

  • Thrifty branches are abundant in Los Angeles with 22 branches located in all major suburbs and on the also on the outskirts of the city. In addition to the central branches, there is also a Thrify rental station located at LAX airport, brilliant for anyone taking a flight to Los Angeles needing their own transport. Thrifty has branches in popular Los Angeles destinations including Beverly Hills, Glendale and Pasadena which are great for central rentals. On the outskirts, you will also be able to rent in areas like Palm Springs and Temecula.
  • If you only need a short-term rental, Thrifty allows customers to pick up and drop off their vehicles at different locations. For example, if you book your car pick-up from Los Angeles Airport, you will be able to drop the car off at a location more central to the city. This is an ideal plan for someone who is travelling with family or a big group of people. It allows you to handle your own luggage and you won’t have to wait for a taxi or mode of public transport to get your journey underway.
  • If you book Thrifty car hire in Los Angeles from the airport branch, you will be required to take a shuttle from the Arrivals Terminal to the Thrifty rental office. Using the shuttle is free and it’s not a long journey. The bus drive to the rental car park is around five minutes. Once you’ve arrived at the Thrifty station you will follow the standard pick-up procedure and get your keys from a friendly Thrifty employee.
  • Thrifty has several different categories of cars and its Los Angeles branches have particularly large ranges. When you book, you will be able to choose SUVs, sports cars, convertibles, pick-up trucks, large utility vans, and of course, a smaller run-around. The car category you choose entirely depends on your personal needs. When hiring a car just to get from one place to the next, you will be perfectly fine hiring a small economy vehicle.
  • 25% of our users found car hire from Thrifty in Los Angeles for $69 or less.
  • Book your car hire from Thrifty in Los Angeles at least 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
  • Premium car hire from Thrifty in Los Angeles are around 39% cheaper than other car types, on average.

FAQs about hiring a car from Thrifty in Los Angeles

  • What are the different insurance packages available when I book Thrifty car hire in Los Angeles?

    Thrifty offers customers to pay extra to reduce their excess liability. If you plan on taking the vehicle on a longer journey, it's highly recommended you take this option. For short rentals that are only a day or two long, you should be able to get away with a basic package that doe not cover excessive damage or theft. If you choose a basic package, always make sure you leave your Thrifty car rental in a secure location when you’re not driving it. The excess on rented vehicles can be quite high and you’ll be liable should anything happen.

  • Which pick-up location is best to book Thrifty car hire in Los Angeles from?

    If you are visiting Los Angeles for business or pleasure and plan on flying into LAX Airport, the airport branch is definitely your best bet. However, if you are staying in Los Angeles and need a vehicle to get around in, you can easily find a Thrifty branch close to your accommodation to rent from. The public transport in Los Angeles is good so getting to a central branch to pick up your rental should not be a problem. Branches close to where you might be staying include Pasadena, Sante Monica Central, the Beverly La Brea branch, as well as the Lancaster branch.

  • What documentation do I need to book Thrifty car hire in Los Angeles?

    If you rent from the Thrifty branch at LAX, you will need to present the details of your flight, including your flight number, flight itinerary and proof of your return flight. For standard rentals, you will need to provide the Thrifty employee with your photo ID, such as a passport, your valid driver’s license and a credit or debit card that will cover the rental cost as well as the excess and security deposit. 

  • How much does it cost to hire a car from Thrifty in Los Angeles?

    On average a car hire from Thrifty in Los Angeles costs $89 per day.

  • What is the most popular car hire from Thrifty in Los Angeles?

    Premium (Acura TLX or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type from Thrifty in Los Angeles.

  • How many car hire locations does Thrifty have in Los Angeles?

    Thrifty has 6 hire locations in Los Angeles. Take a look at our Thrifty hire location map to find the best car hire near you.

  • Does Thrifty have a car hire location at the airport: Los Angeles airport (LAX)?

    Yes

  • Does Thrifty offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Los Angeles airport (LAX)?

    Yes