Cheapflights insights for Santa Barbara Airport car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Santa Barbara Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car at Santa Barbara Airport?
To get the best deal on car hire at Santa Barbara Airport, book about 2 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $58, which is about 23% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car hire company at Santa Barbara Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company at Santa Barbara Airport is Budget (rated 6.7/10 with 40 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.1/10 with 6 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car at Santa Barbara Airport?
Planning to hire a car at Santa Barbara Airport? January is the cheapest month, costing about $67 per day. In contrast, October is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $78. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$67
February
$69
March
$70
April
$69
May
$72
June
$72
July
$77
August
$75
September
$69
October
$78
November
$73
December
$78
What car do most people hire at Santa Barbara Airport?
SUV cars (Ford Edge or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Santa Barbara Airport. Standard cars (Ford Edge or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Supplier choice cars (Class Special Car or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations at Santa Barbara Airport?
At Santa Barbara Airport, Alamo, AutoEurope, Avis, and Budget have 1 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top hire 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 10 July 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Santa Barbara Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 July 2025.
Which car hire providers are at Santa Barbara Airport?
There are 8 car hire providers located at Santa Barbara Airport. The following companies can be found near the Santa Barbara Airport car hire counter:Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.1)Avis (7.9)Alamo (7.6)Dollar (6.9)Budget (6.7)National (6.0)Hertz (5.6)Thrifty (5.5)
How much does it cost to hire a car at Santa Barbara Airport for a week from Dollar?
Dollar is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire at Santa Barbara Airport. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $344 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month at Santa Barbara Airport?
Yes, hiring a vehicle at Santa Barbara Airport for a month is certainly possible.