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Cheap Car Rentals in Santa Maria, CA

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Santa Maria?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Santa Maria, CA and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

January

$91

February

$96

March

$101

April

$106

May

$100

June

$96

July

$117

August

$130

September

$113

October

$106

November

$103

December

$100

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Maria is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

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 20 November 2024.
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.

Hertz

7.9
Good
3 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Avis

7.2
Good
12 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.0

Budget

6.7
Okay
14 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

4.6
Mediocre
3 reviews•3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

4.6

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

4.6

AutoEurope

1 location
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Easirent

1 location
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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 20 November 2024.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Santa Maria?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (7.9 rating), Avis (7.2 rating) and Budget (6.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Santa Maria.

  • What are petrol prices like in Santa Maria?

    The average price of petrol in Santa Maria is $1.53/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $69 and $99 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Santa Maria for the best price?

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 82% in Santa Maria - we recommend booking at least 65days in advance.

  • 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Santa Maria?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Santa Maria is Economy (Ford Fiesta) based on our Cheapflights data.

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