Cheap Car Hire in Santa Ana from $43
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 Ana with a pick-up date of 29/9 and drop-off date of 9/10. 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.
Santa Ana car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Santa Ana. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 July 2025.
Most popular company | THRIFTY |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $1.44 |
Average price per day | $66 |
Cheapest price per day | $43 |
Popular car types in Santa Ana
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Santa Ana and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 4 July 2025.
At $43/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Santa Ana in the past week. Out of 20 car hire agencies operating in Santa Ana, there are, in total, 32 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:
Economy
$43+
Compact
$44+
Intermediate
$43+
Standard
$58+
Full-size
$53+
Full-size SUV
$75+
Luxury
$67+
Convertible
$89+
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Here are the best Santa Ana small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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Best car hire deals found in Santa Ana
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Santa Ana. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Santa Ana with an average daily rate of $58. Data was last updated on 4 July 2025.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Santa Ana area. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Cheapflights insights for Santa Ana car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Santa Ana, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Santa Ana?
To get the best deal on car hire in Santa Ana, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $64, which is about 23% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Santa Ana?
In Santa Ana, the most affordable car hire company right now is Thrifty, offering prices from just $65.35/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Dollar, with rates starting at $109.17/day.
What is the best car rental company in Santa Ana?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Santa Ana is Dollar (rated 6.6/10 with 33 reviews). Budget (rated 6.4/10 with 67 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Santa Ana?
At Santa Ana, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $70. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $90 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Santa Ana, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $70. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $90 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$70
February
$72
March
$73
April
$73
May
$78
June
$81
July
$90
August
$84
September
$78
October
$78
November
$78
December
$82
What car do most people hire in Santa Ana?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Santa Ana are the following: Compact cars (Nissan Juke or similar), SUV cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar), and Full-size cars (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Santa Ana?
In Santa Ana, Avis, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Midway have 3 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top hire agencies in Santa Ana
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Santa Ana known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Santa Ana. Reviews were last updated on 4 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Santa Ana, including Dollar, Budget and Alamo. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Santa Ana, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 July 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Santa Ana?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $66/day when booking a car hire in Santa Ana. The absolute best deal a user found was for $65/day from Thrifty, booked on Jun. 29.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Santa Ana for a week from Thrifty?
Thrifty offers hire cars in Santa Ana for about $464 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Santa Ana?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Santa Ana it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Santa Ana for a month?
The monthly cost of a car hire in Santa Ana is $1,987 ($66/day) on average.
How much is a car hire in Santa Ana for a weekend?
$0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Santa Ana. To save money, consider booking a Intermediate car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in August, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $120 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Santa Ana
Browse car hires by fuel type in Santa Ana. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Santa Ana. Deals were last updated on 4 July 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Santa Ana. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($28+).
Electric
$28+
Hybrid
$30+
Petrol/Diesel
$236+