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How far in advance should I rent a car in Santa Barbara?

Book your rental car in Santa Barbara 79 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around ₱2,966/day on average when booked 79 days ahead, which saves you 4,434% off the average price.

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What is the best car rental company in Santa Barbara?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Santa Barbara is Budget (rated 6.8/10 with 47 reviews). Avis (rated 8.6/10 with 16 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Budget
Budget
6.8
Avis
Avis
8.6
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.3
Alamo
Alamo
7.4

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Barbara?

Planning a car rental in Santa Barbara? February is the cheapest month, costing about ₱3,365 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₱4,107. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₱3,480

February

₱3,365

March

₱3,594

April

₱3,651

May

₱3,480

June

₱3,993

July

₱4,107

August

₱3,879

September

₱3,822

October

₱3,879

November

₱3,708

December

₱3,822

What car do most people rent in Santa Barbara?

Intermediate rentals (Ford Escape or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Santa Barbara. Passenger van rentals (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini rentals (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in Santa Barbara?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second highest number of locations in Santa Barbara at 2.

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Top rental agencies in Santa Barbara

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Santa Barbara known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 7 car rental companies in Santa Barbara. Reviews were last updated on September 11, 2025.

Budget

6.8
Okay
47 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.9

Avis

8.6
Very good
16 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very good
18 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.7

Alamo

7.4
Good
9 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.5

Hertz

1 location
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Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.1

National

6.0
Okay
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

6.0

Dollar

2 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Santa Barbara, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on September 11, 2025.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Santa Barbara. Check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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