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Car hires in Santa Barbara, California

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Car hire insight and trends in Santa Barbara

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What car do most people hire in Santa Barbara?

Nissan Rogue hire and Kia Optima hire in Santa Barbara are the two most popular car models, according to our data. Nissan Rogue hire prices in Santa Barbara can vary depending on what company you hire from, but our users have found that prices average ₹ 4,249/day and can be as low as ₹ 2,742/day. Kia Optima hire prices can also vary, but tend to average ₹ 3,261/day, with the cheapest deals as low as ₹ 3,261/day.

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Small cars

₹ 2,390 - ₹ 5,988

All Car Types

₹ 2,390 - ₹ 18,613

The average price of a small car rental in Santa Barbara, the United States is ₹ 2,535. The cheapest time to rent a small car in Santa Barbara, the United States is in November. The price is 6% lower than the rest of the year at just ₹ 2,390 per day. A small car rental is typically 54% 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.


Santa Barbara car hire directory

All major car rental suppliers in Santa Barbara, California

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
44 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

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

Dollar

6.9
Okay
47 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

4.0

Hertz

6.0
Okay
47 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Avis

8.5
Very Good
23 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.2

Alamo

8.0
Very Good
28 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.9

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 car hire in Santa Barbara - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about hiring 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 hire?

When you hire a car in Santa Barbara, popular agencies such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo, and Budget will generally offer free cancellation. While momondo does not have any control over cancellation policies for rental cars in Santa Barbara, we can help you find the cheapest car to hire for your upcoming trip.

What is the speed limit in Santa Barbara, California?

When you hire a car in Santa Barbara, you should abide by the city’s 40 km/h speed limit. The speed limits on any suburban roads and highways in Santa Barbara are 120 km/h and 120 km/h, respectively. Be on the lookout for posted signage, because these speed limits might change depending on where you are within Santa Barbara.

What car hire company has the Cadillac CTS in Santa Barbara?

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

During the month of June the average temperature in Santa Barbara is 16 °C and the expected precipitation is 0 mm. This information is useful for travellers looking for a car hire in Santa Barbara.

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

If you’re looking for a Santa Barbara hire car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of June it’s important to know that the rest of California typically has a temperature of 20 °C and will usually expect 2.9 mm of precipitation.

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

Prices for cars in Santa Barbara refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Santa Barbara?

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

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Santa Barbara. 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 Barbara?

To rent a car in Santa Barbara, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.


Why use momondo?

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

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

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

momondo helps you find the best car hire deal in Santa Barbara by allowing you to filter results by price, capacity, car features, drop off, pick-up location and many more.

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

Yes, momondo allows you to filter specifically for car hire companies in Santa Barbara offering free cancellation.

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

Yes, simply select the fair fuel policy filter after performing a search for hire cars in Santa Barbara on momondo.

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

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

Can I search for car hire in Santa Barbara with unlimited mileage on momondo?

momondo offers a filter specifically for unlimited mileage on car hire in Santa Barbara.


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