Cheapflights insights for Santa Maria car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Santa Maria, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Santa Maria?
Book your car hire in Santa Maria 62 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $67/day on average when booked 62 days ahead, which saves you 5% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Santa Maria?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Santa Maria is Hertz (rated 8.0/10 with 2 reviews). Avis (rated 7.4/10 with 11 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Santa Maria?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Santa Maria is February, when you can expect to pay $85/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Santa Maria is August ($129/day on average). The average daily car hire 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 hire.
January
$113
February
$85
March
$107
April
$101
May
$115
June
$104
July
$120
August
$129
September
$104
October
$99
November
$113
December
$107
What car do most people hire in Santa Maria?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Santa Maria are the following: SUV cars (Jeep Grand Cherokee L or similar), Intermediate cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar), and Economy cars (Kia Rio or similar).
Which car hire 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 hire 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 21 August 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Santa Maria, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 August 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Santa Maria?
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 Maria it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.