Santa Barbara

Cheap Car Rentals in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara, CA, United States
27 Apr — 4 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Santa Barbara?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Santa Barbara and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

January

Rp 762,987

February

Rp 909,090

March

Rp 925,324

April

Rp 909,090

May

Rp 909,090

June

Rp 974,025

July

Rp 1,022,727

August

Rp 974,025

September

Rp 941,558

October

Rp 941,558

November

Rp 844,155

December

Rp 860,389

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Barbara is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Santa Barbara

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Santa Barbara to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

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 20 April 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Santa Barbara, such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Hertz. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
44 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.7

Budget

7.1
Good
91 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

Hertz

6.2
Okay
85 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.3

Avis

8.5
Very Good
23 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.3

Alamo

8.0
Very Good
28 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.1

National

2.0
Poor
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Sunnycars

1 location
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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 20 April 2024.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Santa Barbara?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (8.5 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.1 rating) and Alamo (7.9 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Santa Barbara.

  • What are petrol prices like in Santa Barbara?

    The average price of petrol in Santa Barbara is Rp 16,558.45/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 745,130 and Rp 1,076,299 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Santa Barbara for the best price?

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 37% in Santa Barbara - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Santa Barbara?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Santa Barbara is Standard (Ford Transit) based on our Cheapflights data.

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