Cheapflights insights for Santa Barbara car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Santa Barbara, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Santa Barbara?
To get the best deal on car hire in Santa Barbara, book about 87 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 825,376, which is about 1,266,397% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Santa Barbara?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Santa Barbara is Budget (rated 6.8/10 with 49 reviews). Avis (rated 8.6/10 with 16 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Barbara?
At Santa Barbara, the best time to rent a car is at February, with an average daily rate of just Rp 954,847. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,181,421 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Santa Barbara, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just Rp 954,847. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,181,421 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
Rp 971,031
February
Rp 954,847
March
Rp 1,019,582
April
Rp 1,035,766
May
Rp 987,215
June
Rp 1,132,869
July
Rp 1,181,421
August
Rp 1,068,134
September
Rp 1,084,318
October
Rp 1,084,318
November
Rp 1,051,950
December
Rp 1,084,318
What car do most people hire in Santa Barbara?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Santa Barbara are the following: SUV cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar), Intermediate cars (Ford Escape or similar), and Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Santa Barbara?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Santa Barbara at 2.
Top rental agencies in Santa Barbara
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Santa Barbara known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 7 car rental companies in Santa Barbara. Reviews were last updated on 5 July 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Santa Barbara, such as Budget, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Santa Barbara, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 July 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Santa Barbara for a week from Hertz?
Hiring a car in Santa Barbara for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around Rp 5,271,242/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Santa Barbara?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Santa Barbara check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.