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Cheap Car Rentals in Santa Maria, California

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

For the best savings on car rentals in Santa Maria, make your reservation 79 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₱2,713/day – about 3,818% less than the yearly average.

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 rent a car in Santa Maria?

The cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Maria is February where you can expect to pay ₱3,109/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Santa Maria is July (₱4,409/day on average). The average daily rental 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 rent.

January

₱4,126

February

₱3,109

March

₱3,900

April

₱3,674

May

₱4,183

June

₱3,731

July

₱4,409

August

₱4,296

September

₱3,787

October

₱3,618

November

₱4,183

December

₱3,957

What car do most people rent in Santa Maria?

The most popular types of cars to rent in Santa Maria are the following: Intermediate rentals (Hyundai Elantra or similar), Full-size rentals (Ford Transit or similar), and SUV rentals (Volkswagen Atlas or similar).

Which car rental 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 rental agencies in Santa Maria, CA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car rental companies in Santa Maria, CA. Reviews were last updated on July 9, 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Santa Maria area such as Hertz, Avis and Budget. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Hertz

7.9
Good
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Avis

7.4
Good
11 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.0

Budget

6.4
Okay
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

2.0
Poor
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

AutoEurope

1 location

Easirent

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Santa Maria, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on July 9, 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month in Santa Maria?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Santa Maria for a month is certainly possible.

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