Cheapflights insights for Santa Maria car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Santa Maria, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Santa Maria?
Book your rental car in Santa Maria 80 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $80/day on average when booked 80 days ahead, which saves you 14% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Santa Maria?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Santa Maria is Hertz (rated 7.9/10 with 2 reviews). Avis (rated 7.4/10 with 11 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Santa Maria?
Planning to hire a car in Santa Maria? February is the cheapest month, costing about $92 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $135. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$122
February
$92
March
$115
April
$108
May
$123
June
$112
July
$135
August
$126
September
$112
October
$107
November
$123
December
$117
What car do most people hire in Santa Maria?
Intermediate cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Santa Maria. Full-size cars (Ford Transit or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Volkswagen Atlas or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Santa Maria?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Santa Maria at 2.
Top rental agencies in Santa Maria, CA
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Santa Maria, CA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car hire companies in Santa Maria, CA. Reviews were last updated on 13 July 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Santa Maria, such as Hertz, Avis and Budget. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Santa Maria, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 July 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Santa Maria?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Santa Maria however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.