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Cheap Car Rentals in Santa Ana from AED 121

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Santa Ana with a pick-up date of 23/7 and drop-off date of 14/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Santa Ana car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Santa Ana. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 July 2025.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

AED 3.42

Average price per day

AED 119

Cheapest price per day

AED 121

Popular car types in Santa Ana

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Santa Ana and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 14 July 2025.

There are 20 hire agencies servicing Santa Ana. These agencies, altogether, have 32 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Santa Ana with prices from AED 121 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 7 car types you can hire in Santa Ana:

Economy

Economy

AED 147+

Compact

Compact

AED 191+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 123+

Standard

Standard

AED 152+

Full-size

Full-size

AED 125+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 433+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 395+

Premium

Premium

AED 217+

Compare car rental deals in Santa Ana by type

Here are the best Santa Ana medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Santa Ana large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Honda CivicAED 123/day
5
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Hyundai SonataAED 152/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Sonata
Mercedes-Benz CLAAED 217/day
5
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz CLA

Best car rental deals found in Santa Ana

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Santa Ana. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Santa Ana with an average daily rate of AED 217. Data was last updated on 14 July 2025.
The best prices on car rentals in Santa Ana we've found at this time. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Mazda CX-3AED 121/day
4
M
A/C
Mazda CX-3
Honda CivicAED 123/day
5
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Kia OptimaAED 125/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Optima

Cheapflights insights for Santa Ana car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Santa Ana, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Santa Ana?

For the best savings on car hire in Santa Ana, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just AED 154/day – about 200% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Santa Ana?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Santa Ana is Dollar (rated 6.6/10 with 33 reviews). Budget (rated 6.4/10 with 68 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Ana?

Planning to hire a car in Santa Ana? January is the cheapest month, costing about AED 169 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 220. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

AED 169

February

AED 173

March

AED 176

April

AED 176

May

AED 187

June

AED 195

July

AED 220

August

AED 202

September

AED 187

October

AED 187

November

AED 187

December

AED 198

What car do most people hire in Santa Ana?

SUV cars (Ford Edge or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Santa Ana. Standard cars (Ford Edge or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Premium cars (Chevrolet Suburban or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Santa Ana?

In Santa Ana, Avis, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Midway have 3 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Santa Ana

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Santa Ana known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Santa Ana. Reviews were last updated on 14 July 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Santa Ana, such as Dollar, Budget and Alamo. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Dollar

6.6
Okay
33 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.6

Budget

6.4
Okay
68 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.4

Alamo

9.3
Wonderful
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

9.0

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
20 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.4

Avis

7.0
Good
21 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.7

Hertz

6.6
Okay
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.6

Midway

3 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Santa Ana, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Santa Ana?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 119/day when booking a car hire in Santa Ana. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 118/day from Dollar, booked on Jul. 6.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Santa Ana for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar is one of the top picks in Santa Ana. They can have you in a hire car for about AED 832 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Santa Ana?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Santa Ana for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much is a car hire in Santa Ana for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Santa Ana are typically AED 0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Compact SUV to save money on your trip to AED 0. Our users have found prices for Compact SUV car hire in August to be on average AED 0 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Santa Ana

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Santa Ana. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Santa Ana. Deals were last updated on 14 July 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Santa Ana. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (AED 34+).

Electric

Electric

AED 37+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 34+

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