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Cheap Car Hire in Santa Ana from $55

Santa Ana, CA, United States
11 Dec — 18 Dec
Driver's age: 26-65
Santa Ana, CA, United States
Mon 11/12
Noon
Mon 18/12
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Santa Ana car rentals in 2023

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Santa Ana. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 December 2023.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

$1.53

Average price per day

$45

Cheapest price per day

$44

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 4 December 2023.

January

$69

February

$78

March

$85

April

$83

May

$77

June

$88

July

$91

August

$93

September

$85

October

$83

November

$83

December

$91

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 4 December 2023.

There are 18 hire agencies servicing Santa Ana. These agencies, altogether, have 28 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? large car is the cheapest car type to hire in Santa Ana with prices from $55 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Santa Ana:

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 4 December 2023.

Small cars

$68 - $174

All Car Types

$80 - $212

To hire a small car in Santa Ana, the United States, you would pay an average price of $64/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Santa Ana, the United States (~$68/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$174/day). In fact, November is about 6% 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 25% 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:

Mitsubishi Mirage$58/day
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Mitsubishi Mirage
Suzuki Swift$60/day
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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 4 December 2023.
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
172 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

7.1

Budget

6.8
Okay
115 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.9

Hertz

6.8
Okay
165 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.7

Alamo

9.1
Wonderful
45 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.7
Very Good
73 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.5

Avis

7.1
Good
44 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.8

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

1 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 $64. Data was last updated on 4 December 2023.
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.

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 4 December 2023.

What is the cheapest hire car found in Santa Ana?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $72/day when booking a car hire in Santa Ana. The absolute best deal a user found was for $71/day from Dollar, booked on Dec. 3.

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 ($55/day), Alamo ($58/day), and Thrifty ($60/day).

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

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.8 rating), Dollar (7.3 rating) and Avis (7.1 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 $1.53/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $69 and $99 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

Alamo is one of the top picks in Santa Ana. They can have you in a hire car for about $567 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 29% 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 does it cost to rent a car in Santa Ana for a month?

The monthly cost of a car rental in Santa Ana is $2,432 ($81/day) on average.

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 Intermediate is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Santa Ana. For the month of January, 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 Intermediate (Toyota RAV4) based on our Cheapflights data.

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