Cheap Car Rentals in Santa Barbara Airport from $122
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Santa Barbara Airport with a pick-up date of 15/4 and drop-off date of 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
Popular car types in Santa Barbara Airport
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Santa Barbara Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 16 March 2025.
There are currently 12 hire locations operating at Santa Barbara Airport spread across 7 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire at Santa Barbara Airport is SUV at $122 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Compact
$188+
Intermediate
$133+
Full-size
$169+
People mover
$183+
Full-size SUV
$226+
Premium
$201+
Luxury
$191+
Pick-up truck
$177+
Premium SUV
$249+
Intermediate SUV
$122+
Compact SUV
$169+
Standard SUV
$171+
Luxury SUV
$278+
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 16 March 2025.
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Best Santa Barbara Airport car rental deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Santa Barbara Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Santa Barbara Airport with an average daily rate of $188. Data was last updated on 16 March 2025.
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 16 March 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 (8.4)Avis (7.9)Alamo (7.8)Dollar (6.8)Budget (6.6)National (6.0)Hertz (5.6)Thrifty (5.5)
What car hire company is typically the cheapest at Santa Barbara Airport?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car at Santa Barbara Airport from the following companies over the past two weeks: Avis ($83/day), Dollar ($122/day), and Budget ($184/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best at Santa Barbara Airport?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (8.4 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.3 rating) and Alamo (7.8 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies at Santa Barbara Airport.
How far in advance should I hire a car at Santa Barbara Airport for the best price?
Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 37% on a hire car at Santa Barbara Airport. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 82 days prior to your desired date.
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.
Car rentals by fuel type in Santa Barbara Airport
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Santa Barbara Airport. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Santa Barbara Airport. Deals were last updated on 16 March 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Santa Barbara Airport. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($84+).
Electric
$90+
Hybrid
$84+