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Santa Barbara car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Santa Barbara. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 July 2024.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of petrol per litre

AED 3.71

Average price per day

AED 372

Cheapest price per day

AED 230
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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 25 July 2024.

January

AED 172

February

AED 205

March

AED 209

April

AED 198

May

AED 220

June

AED 238

July

AED 253

August

AED 231

September

AED 213

October

AED 213

November

AED 194

December

AED 194

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 25 July 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Santa Barbara, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Dollar in Santa Barbara. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Santa Barbara, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Dollar.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
44 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.8

Budget

7.1
Good
92 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

Dollar

6.9
Okay
47 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

4.0

Hertz

6.0
Okay
48 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

Avis

8.5
Very Good
23 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Alamo

7.8
Good
28 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.9

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

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 25 July 2024.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Santa Barbara?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 372/day when booking a car hire in Santa Barbara. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 230/day from Budget, booked on Jul. 21.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (8.5 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.1 rating) and Alamo (7.7 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 AED 3.71/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 167 and AED 241 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Budget is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Santa Barbara. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about AED 2,607 per week.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 36% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Santa Barbara.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Santa Barbara it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Santa Barbara for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 38% on a month-long rental by booking with Budget. Budget is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Santa Barbara can cost you on average AED 11,172 a month or AED 372 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • What car do most people hire in Santa Barbara?

    Ford Mustang Convertible, which is a Full-size vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Santa Barbara according to Cheapflights users.

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