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Cheap Car Rentals in Santa Barbara

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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 1 December 2024.

January

Rp 743,435

February

Rp 885,795

March

Rp 901,613

April

Rp 854,160

May

Rp 949,066

June

Rp 1,028,155

July

Rp 1,138,880

August

Rp 1,043,973

September

Rp 1,059,791

October

Rp 1,059,791

November

Rp 964,884

December

Rp 854,160

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.

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 8 car rental companies in Santa Barbara. Reviews were last updated on 1 December 2024.
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.

Budget

6.9
Okay
54 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.0

Avis

8.4
Very Good
17 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
20 reviews•3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

Alamo

7.9
Good
13 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.9

Hertz

6.0
Okay
3 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.1

National

6.0
Okay
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

6.0

Dollar

5.7
Fair
17 reviews•1 location
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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 1 December 2024.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (8.4 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.3 rating) and Alamo (7.8 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 14,236.01/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 640,620 and Rp 925,340 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 87days 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 Compact (Class Compact Car) based on our Cheapflights data.

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