Santa Ana

Cheap Car Rentals in Santa Ana from $147

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Santa Ana with a pick-up date of 30/7 and drop-off date of 2/8. 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.
Santa Ana, CA, United States
4 May — 11 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Santa Ana, CA, United States
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Santa Ana?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Santa Ana 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 27 April 2024.

January

$80

February

$85

March

$94

April

$90

May

$82

June

$92

July

$95

August

$97

September

$89

October

$87

November

$87

December

$87

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Ana is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. 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.

Popular car types in Santa Ana

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Santa Ana and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

There are 18 hire agencies servicing Santa Ana. These agencies, altogether, have 29 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Santa Ana with prices from $147 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Santa Ana:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Compare available car types for rental in Santa Ana

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Santa Ana to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Small cars

$66 - $113

All Car Types

$79 - $338

To hire a small car in Santa Ana, the United States, you would pay an average price of $48/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Santa Ana, the United States (~$66/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$113/day). In fact, October is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Santa Ana. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Santa Ana, hiring a small car saves you 41% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Santa Ana small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris$147/day
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A/C
Toyota Yaris
Suzuki Swift$195/day
2
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A/C
Suzuki Swift

Top rental agencies in Santa Ana

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Santa Ana known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Santa Ana. Reviews were last updated on 27 April 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Santa Ana, including Dollar, Budget and Hertz in Santa Ana. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Santa Ana, including Dollar, Budget and Hertz.

Dollar

7.0
Good
173 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

7.1

Budget

6.8
Okay
116 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.9

Hertz

6.8
Okay
167 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.7

Alamo

9.3
Wonderful
52 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

9.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
74 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.5

Avis

7.2
Good
44 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.9

National

9.4
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

9.7

Value

9.4

GREEN MOTION

7.6
Good
6 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

8.0

Best Santa Ana car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Santa Ana. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Santa Ana with an average daily rate of $187. Data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Santa Ana. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Toyota Yaris$147/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Yaris
Hyundai Accent$155/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent
Holden Commodore$159/day
5
M
A/C
Holden Commodore

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Santa Ana, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 April 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Santa Ana?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Santa Ana from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar ($147/day), Alamo ($195/day), and Avis ($203/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (9.2 rating), National (9.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Santa Ana.

  • What are petrol prices like in Santa Ana?

    The average price of petrol in Santa Ana is $1.74/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $78 and $112 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Budget is one of the top picks in Santa Ana. They can have you in a hire car for about $903 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 28% in Santa Ana - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Santa Ana however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Santa Ana is $0. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Santa Ana. For the month of May, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Santa Ana for as low as $0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Santa Ana?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Santa Ana is Compact (Toyota Corolla) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Car rentals by fuel type in Santa Ana

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Santa Ana. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Santa Ana. Deals were last updated on 27 April 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Santa Ana. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($115+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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