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Car rentals in Costa Mesa, United States

Browse vehicles from popular rental car companies in Costa Mesa with Uber Rent. From electric cars and sedans to SUVs, you’ll find vehicles fit for solo travelers and groups with up to 7 people. Enter your time and location details (like John Wayne Airport) to find car rentals near you.

Car rentals in Costa Mesa, United States

Browse vehicles from popular rental car companies in Costa Mesa with Uber Rent. From electric cars and sedans to SUVs, you’ll find vehicles fit for solo travelers and groups with up to 7 people. Enter your time and location details (like John Wayne Airport) to find car rentals near you.

Car rentals in Costa Mesa, United States

Browse vehicles from popular rental car companies in Costa Mesa with Uber Rent. From electric cars and sedans to SUVs, you’ll find vehicles fit for solo travelers and groups with up to 7 people. Enter your time and location details (like John Wayne Airport) to find car rentals near you.

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Reasons to rent a car with Uber

Same-day rental cars

Life happens unexpectedly. Don’t let it slow you down. With same-day reservations, unexpected car troubles and last-minute travel plans are no match for Uber Rent. Pick up your vehicle at John Wayne Airport or another place, then hit the road to keep moving forward.

Seamless reservations

Booking rental cars in Costa Mesa is as easy as requesting a ride with UberX. You can compare rental cars near and far from your location and complete your reservation in the Uber app or online.

Extensive vehicle options

For the family searching for a comfortable van, the business professional in need of a stylish ride, and more, consider Uber Rent. You’ll find vehicles of different sizes and models to accommodate your preferences and budget. There’s something for everyone.

Search for the best car rental deals in Costa Mesa, CA

Uber Rent empowers people like you to search for car rental deals in Costa Mesa with ease. The in-app and online reservation process allows you to compare and pay for vehicles from familiar brands in one place for a seamless reservation experience.

A wide range of rental cars, from sedans to SUVs, are readily available for last-minute car rental needs or trips planned in advance. Enjoy same-day car rental bookings or make reservations in advance so travel plans are behind you.

Where you travel is your choice too. Hit the road for a relaxing weekend getaway near or far from Costa Mesa or reduce wear and tear on your own wheels while driving to Vons for errands. Consider heading to your favorite vacation spot with family and friends, all in your car rental.

Whatever your needs, make the journey as memorable as the destination by booking a rental car with Uber Rent today.

Rent with Uber to ride at a discount

Get up to $10 in Uber credit to request a ride to pick up your rental car.*

Featured car rental brands in Costa Mesa, CA

Compare rental cars from brands you know for your daily or weekly car rental needs. Visit the Rent page in the Uber app or online to view the complete list of rental car suppliers in Costa Mesa.

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How to book rental cars with Uber Rent

Reserve your rental car

Select the button below to access the Rent booking page online or in the Uber app. Enter your pickup and dropoff details to view vehicle options in Costa Mesa. From there, complete your reservation. You can pay in advance or, where available, at the counter at the time of pickup.

Pick up your rental car

Head to the location at the date and time listed on your reservation in the Uber app. Remember to take your driver’s licence and a physical credit card, and enjoy $10 off your Uber trip to the rental location.*

Drop off your rental car

Return the rental car at the dropoff location listed in your reservation. Your reservation can be found in the Uber app and is also sent to the email address associated with your Uber account.

Frequently asked questions

  • Uber Rent helps people reserve rental cars directly through the Uber app or online. We partner with third-party vehicle companies so you get a great selection of cars and prices in Costa Mesa.

  • To reserve your rental car with the Uber app, select the Rental Cars tile, followed by Find cars on the next screen, to begin your reservation. To reserve a rental car online, visit the Uber Rent booking page and follow the directions to complete your reservation.

  • You must be at least 21 years old to rent a car with Uber Rent in Canada. Please note that the exact minimum legal age may vary by city and/or province.

    Drivers under age 25 might need to pay a Young Driver Fee in addition to the standard car rental rate and might be limited by the rental car supplier to certain sizes and types of vehicles and other restrictions. You can view these requirements in the Terms and Conditions linked in the “More information” section after you choose Manage reservation.

  • Yes, you can cancel your reservation for free and for any reason in Costa Mesa if you pay at the counter. You can cancel for free with in-app reservations if you cancel up to 48 hours before your pickup time. Fees and rules depend on the supplier.

    To view the rental terms and conditions, select Manage reservation on the “Upcoming rental” screen in the Uber app, then Terms and Conditions on the “Your reservations” screen.

    Currently, you can only change your reservation in-app, and changes can only be made before the reservation starts.

  • Popular rental car suppliers available through Uber Rent in Costa Mesa include Hertz, Budget, and U Save.

  • No, you don’t need to already have your own personal car insurance to rent a car with Uber Rent. When you arrive at the rental location to pick up your vehicle, the rental company can offer several types of car rental insurance plans and protection products to help protect you in case of an accident.

  • Yes, you can reserve a rental car the same day with Uber Rent in Costa Mesa. Enter your pickup and dropoff details online or in the Uber app to view available car rentals near you.

  • Where the option to pay in-app is available, you can use any Uber payment method, including debit cards, to pay for your car rental in Costa Mesa, but you must bring a physical credit card to the rental location for pickup. The name on the credit card must match the name on the primary rental driver’s licence.

  • To verify if rental cars are available for pickup at John Wayne Airport, select the Rental Cars tile in the Uber app and enter the airport’s address in the “Pick up & return near” field. You can also search on the Uber Rent booking page online.

  • To view the rental terms and conditions, such as whether you need to refill the gas in your rental car, choose Manage reservation on the “Upcoming rental” screen in the Uber app, then Terms and Conditions on the “Your reservations” screen.

  • If the car you rented in Costa Mesa breaks down, you should contact the rental company responsible for providing your vehicle.

    To view the rental customer support information, choose Manage reservation on the “Upcoming rental” screen in the Uber app, then Terms and Conditions on the “Your reservations” screen. Under “More information,” select Get Help to find the contact details.

  • You can rent a car in Costa Mesa as long as your home country’s driving licence is in English or French, is valid, is unexpired, and includes a photograph of you. You can also rent a vehicle if you have a valid International Driving Permit (IDP).

    Requirements vary; check the “Terms and Conditions” section after you choose Manage reservation to see what’s needed for your specific rental.

  • Your rental agency can explain any limitations with driving on toll roads, as well as any additional fees the agency will charge over the cost of the toll itself.

  • To see if luxury rental cars are available with Uber Rent in Costa Mesa, use the Uber app or visit the Uber Rent page online. Choose the Rental Cars tile in the app and add your reservation details to view the available vehicles.

  • You can verify the availability of pickup trucks in Costa Mesa with the app or online. While signed in to your Uber account from a mobile device, open Rental Cars and enter your reservation details. Then use the filter icon to see if pickup trucks are available. From a desktop computer, visit the Uber Rent page, then add your reservation details. Choose a size to filter your results, then verify the availability of pickup trucks in Costa Mesa.

  • You can verify if rental vans are available in Costa Mesa online or with the Uber app. While signed in to your Uber account from a mobile device, open the Rental Cars tile and enter your reservation details to see if vans are available. If you’re using a desktop computer, choose Rent, then enter your reservation details to verify if vans are available.

  • No, you cannot rent moving trucks with Uber Rent in Costa Mesa. While signed in to your account, use the filter icon in the top right corner on a mobile device or choose Large from a desktop computer to find the largest available vehicle options near your pickup and dropoff locations.

  • Yes, you can rent a car to drive and earn money with Uber in Costa Mesa. Learn more about how to rent a car with Uber to get paid as a driver and/or courier in Costa Mesa.

*When you rent with Uber, you get up to $10 off your ride to pick up your vehicle at the rental location. This offer is only available to users who have booked their rental on Uber Rent and request a ride using Uber to get to a rental location in Canada for the date and time noted in the rental confirmation email. Maximum of one ride per offer. Promotion is valid up to 5 times per user. Discount does not apply to surcharges, tolls, or tips and cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Offer is non-transferable. Offer and terms are subject to change.