Cheapflights insights for Santa Barbara Airport car rentals
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?
Book your car hire at Santa Barbara Airport 2 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around ₹ 3,349/day on average when booked 2 days ahead, which saves you 6,989% off the average price.
What is the best car hire company at Santa Barbara Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company at Santa Barbara Airport is Budget (rated 6.7/10 with 39 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.4/10 with 5 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car at Santa Barbara Airport?
Planning to hire a car at Santa Barbara Airport? January is the cheapest month, costing about ₹ 3,877 per day. In contrast, October is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₹ 4,494. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
₹ 3,877
February
₹ 3,965
March
₹ 4,054
April
₹ 3,965
May
₹ 4,142
June
₹ 4,142
July
₹ 4,406
August
₹ 4,318
September
₹ 3,965
October
₹ 4,494
November
₹ 4,230
December
₹ 4,494
What car do most people rent at Santa Barbara Airport?
Intermediate cars (Toyota Tacoma or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Santa Barbara Airport. Luxury cars (Tesla Model 3 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Mitsubishi Mirage 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 rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Santa Barbara Airport
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Santa Barbara Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Santa Barbara Airport. Reviews were last updated on 28 October 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Santa Barbara Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 October 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 (7.4)Dollar (7.1)Budget (6.7)National (6.0)Hertz (5.6)Thrifty (4.0)
How much does it cost to hire a car at Santa Barbara Airport for a week from Alamo?
From Alamo you can hire a car at Santa Barbara Airport from about ₹ 33,155 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month at Santa Barbara Airport?
Yes, renting a vehicle at Santa Barbara Airport for a month is certainly possible.