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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 March 22, 2025.

January

₱3,436

February

₱3,379

March

₱3,436

April

₱3,150

May

₱3,436

June

₱3,780

July

₱4,181

August

₱3,780

September

₱3,837

October

₱3,895

November

₱3,723

December

₱3,837

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Barbara is April. 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 7 car rental companies in Santa Barbara. Reviews were last updated on March 22, 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Santa Barbara, including Budget, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Budget

6.8
Okay
50 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.9

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
19 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

7.8
Good
11 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.9

Hertz

6.0
Okay
3 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.1

National

6.0
Okay
2 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

6.0

Dollar

2 locations
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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 March 22, 2025.

  • Which car rental 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 rental car companies in Santa Barbara.

  • What are gas prices like in Santa Barbara?

    The average gas price in Santa Barbara is ₱51.56/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₱2,320 and ₱3,351 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    Booking your car rental early can save you up to 35% on your rental. Aim to book your car rental at least 87 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Santa Barbara.

  • 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 rent in Santa Barbara?

    Toyota RAV4, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Santa Barbara according to Cheapflights users.

Traveling to a place near Santa Barbara?

Rent a car at Santa Barbara if you plan to visit one of these locations
Lake Forest
Torrance
Winchester
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Universal City
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Escondido

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