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Santa Barbara, CA, United States
8 May — 15 May
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
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Best deals found for Santa Barbara, California car rentals

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EconomyC$ 52/day
CompactC$ 54/day
IntermediateC$ 56/day
StandardC$ 61/day
Full-sizeC$ 71/day
MinivanC$ 114/day
Full-size SUVC$ 162/day
PremiumC$ 93/day
ConvertibleC$ 146/day
Intermediate SUVC$ 59/day
Standard SUVC$ 71/day
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Small cars

C$ 53 - C$ 211

All Car Types

C$ 49 - C$ 123

The average price of a small car rental in Santa Barbara, the United States is C$ 82. The cheapest time to rent a small car in Santa Barbara, the United States is in January. The price is 36% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 53 per day. A small car rental is typically 6% less expensive than the average rental car in Santa Barbara. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Barbara can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Santa Barbara small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car rental in Santa Barbara, the United States is C$ 75. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in Santa Barbara, the United States is in June. The price is 40% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 45 per day. A medium car rental is typically 14% less expensive than the average rental car in Santa Barbara. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Barbara can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Santa Barbara medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car rental in Santa Barbara, the United States is C$ 66. The cheapest time to rent a large car in Santa Barbara, the United States is in January. The price is 47% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 36 per day. A large car rental is typically 23% less expensive than the average rental car in Santa Barbara. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Barbara can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Santa Barbara large car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV rental in Santa Barbara, the United States is C$ 63. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Santa Barbara, the United States is in June. The price is 29% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 45 per day. A SUV rental is typically 28% less expensive than the average rental car in Santa Barbara. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Barbara can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Santa Barbara SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van rental in Santa Barbara, the United States is C$ 101. The cheapest time to rent a van in Santa Barbara, the United States is in November. The price is 47% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 150 per day. A van rental is typically 15% more expensive than the average rental car in Santa Barbara. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Barbara can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Santa Barbara van rentals found on momondo in the past week.

Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

C$ 52/day

6 May - 13 May
Toyota Yaris
Nissan Sylphy
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

C$ 54/day

6 May - 13 May
Nissan Sylphy
Mazda Mazda2
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers
5-door vehicles

C$ 58/day

6 May - 13 May
Mazda Mazda2

Rental cars insight and trends in Santa Barbara

Useful insights to help you book the perfect rental car in Santa Barbara

What is the cheapest rental car agency in Santa Barbara?

The cheapest rental cars in Santa Barbara are generally found through Surprise Agency. When booking with Surprise Agency, you may be able to find rental car prices for as low as C$ 53/day. The average price to rent a car in Santa Barbara is C$ 53/day.

What car do most people rent in Santa Barbara?

For an average of C$ 61/day (and as low as C$ 46/day), Chevrolet Bolt rentals in Santa Barbara are the most popular car among our users. Renting the Kia Soul in Santa Barbara for C$ 67/day on average (C$ 56/day for a cheap deal) is another popular choice.

Santa Barbara car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in Santa Barbara, California

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very good
44 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.7

Budget

7.1
Good
91 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

Hertz

6.2
Okay
86 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.3

Avis

8.5
Very good
23 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.3

Alamo

8.0
Very good
28 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.1

National

2.0
Poor
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Sunnycars

1 location

Driving with a rental car in Santa Barbara - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in Santa Barbara so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

Is there a fee to cancel my Santa Barbara, California car rental?

The majority of car rental agencies in Santa Barbara offer free cancellation. momondo will always tell you whether or not rental car centres such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo, and Budget have a cancellation fee for travellers who have last-minute itinerary changes.

What is the speed limit in Santa Barbara, California?

If you are renting a vehicle in Santa Barbara, then be aware that the current speed limit within city or town limits is 40 km/h, unless otherwise posted. Suburban speed limits around Santa Barbara will generally have a speed limit of 120 km/h. If you are travelling on a highway in Santa Barbara, then the speed limit is 120 km/h.

What car rental company has the Audi Q3 in Santa Barbara?

What is the weather like in Santa Barbara, CA in May?

Those looking for a rental car in Santa Barbara during the month of May should expect temperatures to be around 15 °C and should expect around 0 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

Is the weather in Santa Barbara similar to the rest of California?

Those looking to rent a car in Santa Barbara for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in California during the month of May usually is around 18 °C with 8.9 mm of possible rain.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Santa Barbara?

Prices for cars in Santa Barbara are refreshed on a daily basis.

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How old do you have to be to hire a car in Santa Barbara?

Among different countries, including Santa Barbara, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Santa Barbara?

When renting a car in Santa Barbara, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in Santa Barbara?

You should use momondo to book a car rental in Santa Barbara because it could save you time and money. momondo fetches and allows you to compare car rental prices and policies from thousands of car rental websites.

How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in Santa Barbara?

Once you have performed a search for a car rental in Santa Barbara, momondo will show the results and enable you to find the best deal by using our filters; here you can narrow your search down by vehicle type, price, agencies and a multitude of policies that can apply.

Does momondo show car rental deals in Santa Barbara with free cancellation?

Of course! momondo has a dedicated filter for users to specifically look at car rentals in Santa Barbara which offer free cancellation.

Can I rent a car with a fair fuel policy in Santa Barbara on momondo?

Yes, momondo has a filter for fair fuel policies on car rentals in Santa Barbara.

Can I find a car rental in Santa Barbara which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

Yes, momondo shows deals with enhanced cleaning services for rental cars in Santa Barbara.

Can I search for rental cars in Santa Barbara with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Unlimited mileage is indeed an option momondo offers on rental cars in Santa Barbara.


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