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Thrifty car rental deals in Santa Ana, California
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Small Cars
C$ 49 - C$ 135
All Car Types
C$ 23 - C$ 147
The best time to rent a Small car from Thrifty in Santa Ana, California is in January when prices are C$ 49 per day on average. C$ 49 per day is 42% lower than the C$ 85 average yearly price for a Thrifty Small rental in Santa Ana. While January may be the cheapest month to rent a Small car from Thrifty in Santa Ana, December is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in December on Small rental vehicles from Thrifty depending on what day you book.
The best time to rent a Medium car from Thrifty in Santa Ana, California is in August when prices are C$ 23 per day on average. C$ 23 per day is 66% lower than the C$ 67 average yearly price for a Thrifty Medium rental in Santa Ana. While August may be the cheapest month to rent a Medium car from Thrifty in Santa Ana, September is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in September on Medium rental vehicles from Thrifty depending on what day you book.
The best time to rent a Large car from Thrifty in Santa Ana, California is in December when prices are C$ 70 per day on average. C$ 70 per day is 32% lower than the C$ 103 average yearly price for a Thrifty Large rental in Santa Ana. While December may be the cheapest month to rent a Large car from Thrifty in Santa Ana, April is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in April on Large rental vehicles from Thrifty depending on what day you book.
The best time to rent a SUV car from Thrifty in Santa Ana, California is in August when prices are C$ 23 per day on average. C$ 23 per day is 67% lower than the C$ 70 average yearly price for a Thrifty SUV rental in Santa Ana. While August may be the cheapest month to rent a SUV car from Thrifty in Santa Ana, September is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in September on SUV rental vehicles from Thrifty depending on what day you book.
Information about Thrifty car rentals in Santa Ana
Does Thrifty have a location at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport?
At the moment, Thrifty has 2 locations at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport: 18601 North Airport Way 18601, Airport Way.
Does Thrifty offer free car rental cancellation in Santa Ana?
Yes, Thrifty in Santa Ana does offer free cancellations on car rentals. However, we always recommend you give Thrifty a call if you have to make a last-minute cancellation, as sometimes there are fees involved. A list of Thrifty phone numbers can be found here under the Locations tab.
What is the most popular car to rent from Thrifty while in Santa Ana in March?
Intermediate rental cars are the most popular type of vehicle to rent from Thrifty in Santa Ana during the month of March. On average, Intermediate rentals from Thrifty cost C$ 54 per day, while the cheapest price found was C$ 36 per day in March.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Santa Ana?
Prices for cars in Santa Ana refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Santa Ana?
The number of operators available for cars in Santa Ana is 33 as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Santa Ana?
The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Santa Ana. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen rental company before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Santa Ana?
When renting a car in Santa Ana, 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.
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