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Cheap Car Hire in Santa Maria, CA

Santa Maria, CA, United States
9 May — 16 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Santa Maria, CA, United States
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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 2 May 2024.

January

£43

February

£45

March

£48

April

£52

May

£53

June

£50

July

£53

August

£53

September

£54

October

£55

November

£44

December

£45

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Maria is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is October. 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.

Compare available car types for hire in Santa Maria, CA

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Santa Maria, CA to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 May 2024.

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 2 May 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Santa Maria, including Avis, Budget and Hertz. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Avis

7.6
Good
24 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.5

Budget

6.8
Okay
23 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Hertz

5.9
Fair
15 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.3

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5.8
Fair
11 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.7

AutoEurope

1 location

Easirent

1 location

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 2 May 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Santa Maria?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (7.6 rating), Budget (6.8 rating) and Hertz (5.9 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 £0.84/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £37 and £54 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 81% in Santa Maria - we recommend booking at least 77days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Santa Maria?

    Typically, how long you can hire 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 majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Standard (Chevrolet Cruze) in Santa Maria, making it the most popular option.

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