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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Redding

  • The county seat of Shasta County and the economic and cultural capital of the Shasta region, Redding is a wonderful place to visit. If you are looking for the best experience while in this Northern California city, then consider getting cheap Redding car rentals. Once you arrive at Redding Municipal Airport, you will find car rental companies like Budget, Hertz, Avis, and Enterprise. With your rented car, you can get to the city center via Airport Road and CA-44W. It takes approximately 13min to drive from the airport to the city center, a distance that could take you close to 30min via public transportation.
  • Redding is a beautiful city in northern California that is surrounded by scenic natural attractions and lots of things to do outdoors. With your cheap car rentals in Redding, you can start your Redding tour by heading to the Sacramento River Trail for a great photo moment. While here, spare some minutes to visit the Sundial Bridge. This 217-foot-tall bridge serves as the getaway to both downtown Redding and Sacramento River Trail. Next to the Sundial Bridge is an amazing family-friendly Turtle Bay Exploration Park where you can stop by to watch animal shows, visit the museum, and relax with your loved ones at the 20-acre McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens.
  • If you are coming to Redding during winter, acquaint yourself with safe driving tips during winter. Northern California tends to experience heavy rain and snow. If you have to drive your cheap car rentals in Redding in bad weather, be sure to inspect your vehicle before hitting the road. Additionally, keep a safe distance, drive at reduced speed especially when it is raining, and always carry snow chains. Of course, be sure to dress for the weather too.
  • Car rentals in Redding make it easy to avoid public transportation and explore the city’s attractions on your own time, whether you’re heading to the Sundial Bridge or the Turtle Bay Exploration Park. A rental car will allow you to conveniently visit some of the neighboring cities, including towns like Red Bluff and Chico. You can even head to sites that are removed from the city center, like the scenic Bully Choop Mountain, which is about a 1h 30min drive from Redding.
  • If you are interested in booking Redding car rentals, you can pick up your vehicle directly from Redding Municipal Airport. Simply head to the rental car center, which can be found in the airport’s main building near the baggage claim in the arrivals terminal. As the center is on-site, you won’t have to worry about taking a shuttle or taxi to get there. You will find several different companies to choose from, including Avis, Budget, and Hertz.
  • Some neighborhoods in Redding have many small, winding streets that can be confusing to navigate if you are not familiar with the area. To help prevent yourself from getting lost, consider adding a GPS system to car rentals in Redding. Downtown Redding has many pedestrians and cyclists, so always keep your eyes open for them when you are driving in this area.
  • Many of the highways in the area, such as 44 and 299, become busy during rush hour due to residents commuting into and out of the city for work. If you don’t want to find yourself stuck in this congestion, try to avoid driving on these roads between the hours of around 8am to 9:30am and around 5pm to 6pm. It also frequently rains in the city, which can cause slippery roads. If you are driving during a storm, always try to decrease your speed and pay close attention to your surroundings.
  • Book your rental car in Redding at least 2 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Intermediate rental cars in Redding are around 11% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Redding

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Redding?

    An SUV is a convenient vehicle to rent in Redding, as the model is well equipped for driving throughout the region’s hills, forests, and mountains. Activities like hiking and cycling are also particularly popular in the area, and an SUV will provide you with enough room to comfortably store any of your necessary equipment.

  • What’s the speed limit in Redding?

    If you are driving along any residential or business roads, the speed limit will be 25mph. When near a school, you can plan on the speed limit being between 15 and 20mph. The maximum speed limit within the city is 55mph, but roads that have this limit are generally in more remote parts of town. Local highways have a maximum of 65mph, and this can vary depending on the exact stretch of road. Keep in mind that police officers frequently patrol the local highway and there are traffic cameras at major intersections, so it is best to follow traffic laws in order to avoid receiving a fine.

  • Where are the best places to park in Redding?

    Redding offers a lot of street parking, as well as several free parking lots. The County of Shasta Administration garage offers all-day free parking, as well as the Benton Airpark Lot. You will find that many streets offer free 2h parking, and you can move your vehicle to a new spot once your time is up. There are also quite a few streets in the downtown area that have metered parking.

  • How much is gas price in Redding?

    The average gas price in Redding is C$ 4.83 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 58 and C$ 77, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Redding?

    Intermediate (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Redding.

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

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

  • How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Redding?

    An Intermediate car rental in Redding costs C$ 80 per day, on average.

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

    A Compact car rental in Redding costs C$ 78 per day, on average.

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

    A Standard car rental in Redding costs C$ 162 per day, on average.

  • Can I extend my car rental period?

    If you have made your reservation already and want to extend it, you have a couple of options. If you are yet to pick up the car, you can cancel the reservation and place another booking. However, if you have already picked up the car and want to extend the rental period, then you need to contact the specific car rental company for this.

  • I'm a new driver. Can I rent a car?

    Each car rental agency has its own policy when it comes to renting cars to new drivers. While some agencies will require you to hold your driver's license for at least one year, others will simply require that your driver's license is valid for the rental period. You should confirm this directly from the agency while shopping for the car to rent.

Redding car rental reviews and directory 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.9

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.7

Value for money

8.5

2 locations in Redding

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Locations in Redding

225 E Cypress Ave

+1 530 223 0700

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

705 Mill St

+1 530 529 0177

Monday12:00 - 17:0008:00 - 11:00
Tuesday12:00 - 17:0008:00 - 11:00
Wednesday12:00 - 17:0008:00 - 11:00
Thursday12:00 - 17:0008:00 - 11:00
Friday12:00 - 17:0008:00 - 11:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

I was upgraded for being patient and so sad to return my jeep!

10.0 Wonderful

Lyle, May 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff friendly and prompt at both pick up and drop off.

Cons:

Nothing really

1 out of 1

Avis

8.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.2

Value for money

8.5

2 locations in Redding

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2945 Churn Creek Rd

+1 530 222 3694

Monday09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday09:00 - 12:00
Wednesday09:00 - 12:00
Thursday09:00 - 12:00
Friday09:00 - 12:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

6751 Woodrum Circle Suite 130

+1 530 221 2855

Monday09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday09:00 - 12:00
Wednesday09:00 - 12:00
Thursday09:00 - 12:00
Friday09:00 - 12:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Standard

KAYAK
Car was great. The wait in line to get to the counter was horrible.

10.0 Wonderful

Jayne, Jul 2023

Economy

KAYAK
Fast and efficient!

1 out of 1

Budget

8.3

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.7

Value for money

8.1

2 locations in Redding

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Locations in Redding

2945 Churn Creek Road

+1 530 225 8652

Monday09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday09:00 - 12:00
Wednesday09:00 - 12:00
Thursday09:00 - 12:00
Friday09:00 - 12:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

6751 Woodrum Circle Suite 130

+1 530 722 9122

Monday09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday09:00 - 12:00
Wednesday09:00 - 12:00
Thursday09:00 - 12:00
Friday09:00 - 12:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Compact

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friendly

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, May 2022

KAYAK
Amazing things: when I discovered I could not get to my destination without 4wd (freak snow storm), I called and was told that I could switch out my current rental for a suitable vehicle at no charge. The attendants at all 3 locations I visited throughout my trip were extremely kind and helpful. Somewhat less amazing- I could not get anyone in a local office on the phone. Luckily the CS team at the call center we’re right in their information about switching out but at the time my only option was to backtrack 2 hours to the closest open location and I was worried that I would get all the way there and no inventory would be available. Not being able to contact the individual Budget locations and actually being disconnected several times trying to get through their automated system was frustrating in a stressful situation. My first car was also a bit dirty but I wasn’t super worried about that, but it did prevent me from giving 5 stars for cleanliness

10.0 Wonderful

Kimberly, Feb 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Nothing

5.6 Fair

Anonymous, Jun 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Very quick in and out

Cons:

The car had been smoked in before we received it and it still smelled

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2023

Pick-up truck

KAYAK
Convenience, Thank you!

1 out of 2

Hertz

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.4

Value for money

6.8

3 locations in Redding

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Locations in Redding

150 Airpark Blvd.

+1 530 332 9663

Monday08:00 - 11:00
Tuesday08:00 - 11:00
Wednesday08:00 - 11:00
Thursday08:00 - 11:00
Friday08:00 - 11:00

6751 Woodrum Circle

+1 530 221 4620

Monday09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday09:00 - 12:00
Wednesday09:00 - 12:00
Thursday09:00 - 12:00
Friday09:00 - 12:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

773 N Market St

+1 530 241 2257

Monday08:00 - 11:00
Tuesday08:00 - 11:00
Wednesday08:00 - 11:00
Thursday08:00 - 11:00
Friday08:00 - 11:00

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Economy

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We weren’t able to rent the car. The guy at the counter was rude and pushy. He said they didn’t take our form of payment(which was a credit card). Also called and said that we couldn’t use the pickup time we asked for cause they closed at the time was asked for. Had to go to another rental and pay almost twice the price

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Very friendly-went above and beyond. My phone must have fallen out of my purse into the rental. I had no idea, returned the car, got in my sister’s car and we left. The woman working there found it so quickly, somehow knew which car I’d gotten into and she found us to get my phone to me. I didn’t get her name, but her action saved me so much stress and worry. I would not have expected she could find us out there and save the day! Brilliant!

Cons:

Nothing

9.2 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The manager was exceptional and was extremely helpful and very pleasant to work with

8.8 Very good

Kelly, Dec 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly staff

Cons:

The collapse of capitalism

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Everything was great

Cons:

Make the two hour drive suck less !! Car and experience was great

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2022

KAYAK
Price was doesn't when 8 got there

1 out of 3

Easirent

4.6

Mediocre

One location in Redding

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Redding Municipal Airport

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36 travellers who rented a car in Redding gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.7

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Most popular car type

Intermediate

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Pick-up locationRedding
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Rental locations8
Airport locations4