Cheapflights insights for Santa Barbara Airport car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Santa Barbara Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car at Santa Barbara Airport?
For the best savings on car rentals at Santa Barbara Airport, make your reservation 2 days before pickup. The average price then is just $62/day – about 31% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car hire company at Santa Barbara Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company at Santa Barbara Airport is Budget (rated 6.7/10 with 40 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.3/10 with 6 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car at Santa Barbara Airport?
The cheapest month to hire a car at Santa Barbara Airport is January, when you can expect to pay $72/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car at Santa Barbara Airport is October ($84/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
$72
February
$74
March
$75
April
$74
May
$77
June
$77
July
$82
August
$80
September
$74
October
$84
November
$79
December
$84
What car do most people hire at Santa Barbara Airport?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Santa Barbara Airport are the following: SUV cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar), Standard cars (Ford Explorer or similar), and Full-size cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations at Santa Barbara Airport?
At Santa Barbara Airport, Alamo, AutoEurope, Avis, and Budget have 1 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Santa Barbara Airport
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Santa Barbara Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Santa Barbara Airport. Reviews were last updated on 2 July 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Santa Barbara Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 July 2025.
Which car hire providers are at Santa Barbara Airport?
There are 8 car rental providers located at Santa Barbara Airport. The following companies can be found near the Santa Barbara Airport car rental counter:Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.3)Avis (7.9)Alamo (7.7)Dollar (6.9)Budget (6.7)National (6.0)Hertz (5.6)Thrifty (5.5)
How much does it cost to hire a car at Santa Barbara Airport for a week from Thrifty?
Thrifty is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire at Santa Barbara Airport. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $420 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month at Santa Barbara Airport?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month at Santa Barbara Airport check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.