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Santa Barbara, USA - California
Thu, Jun 11
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Driver's country of residence is
United States of America (USA)
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  • Western Sahara
  • Yemen
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Rated Excellent
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1,000+ brands

Cheapest car rental rates

Zero deductible

Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
6
$30.94
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 JAMES FOWLER RD
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 JAMES FOWLER RD,
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Nissan Versa

or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
2
4
$30.94
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 JAMES FOWLER RD
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 JAMES FOWLER RD,
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Volkswagen Jetta

or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
2
$30.94
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 JAMES FOWLER RD
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 JAMES FOWLER RD,
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Hyundai Kona

or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
1
$30.30
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 JAMES FOWLER RD
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 JAMES FOWLER RD,
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Toyota Corolla

or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
2
3
$30.94
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 JAMES FOWLER RD
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 JAMES FOWLER RD,
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Chevrolet Malibu

or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
5
$30.94
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 JAMES FOWLER RD
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 JAMES FOWLER RD,
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Hyundai Kona

or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
7
$32.44
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Rental desk is located in terminal.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Nissan Rogue

or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
8
$32.86
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 JAMES FOWLER RD
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 JAMES FOWLER RD,
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible
Online check-in

Kia K5

or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
9
$33.08
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Volkswagen Jetta

or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
10
$33.10
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Rental desk is located in terminal.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Toyota Corolla

or similar Intermediate
Automatic
4
A/C
4
11
$33.10
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Rental desk is located in terminal.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Nissan Versa

or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
12
$33.10
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Rental desk is located in terminal.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Chevrolet Malibu

or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
13
$33.10
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Rental desk is located in terminal.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
14
$33.10
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Rental desk is located in terminal.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Nissan Altima

or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
15
$33.70
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible

Hyundai Elantra

or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
16
$33.70
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Online check-in

Chevrolet Trax

or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
17
$33.86
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Hyundai Kona

or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
18
$34.46
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible
Online check-in

Chevrolet Malibu

or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
19
$34.85
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Nissan Rogue

or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
20
$35.09
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Rental desk is located in terminal.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Volkswagen Jetta

or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
21
$35.13
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Toyota Corolla Sedan

or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
22
$35.13
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Nissan Versa

or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
23
$35.13
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Chevrolet Malibu

or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
24
$35.14
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
25
$35.14
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible
Online check-in

Honda CR-V

or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
26
$35.67
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
All-wheel drive
Zero deductible
Online check-in

Buick Encore

or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
27
$35.67
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible
Online check-in

Hyundai Accent

or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
28
$35.67
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Toyota Corolla

or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
29
$35.98
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 Fowler Rd
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 Fowler Rd
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible

Toyota Corolla

or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
30
$36.29
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd
Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible

Toyota Corolla

or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
31
$36.34
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible

Volkswagen Jetta

or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
32
$36.47
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 Fowler Rd
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 Fowler Rd
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible

Toyota Camry

or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
33
$36.47
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 Fowler Rd
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 Fowler Rd
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Online check-in

Toyota Camry

or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
34
$36.80
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Kia Soul

or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
35
$36.91
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible

Toyota Camry

or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
36
$36.91
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible

Volkswagen Jetta

or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
37
$36.91
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible

Kia Soul

or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
38
$36.91
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible

Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
39
$36.91
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible

Nissan Rogue

or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
40
$37.16
per day
Free cancellation
8.5
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Toyota RAV4

or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
41
$37.76
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible

Toyota RAV4

or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
42
$37.76
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Online check-in

Chevrolet Spark

or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
43
$38.44
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Chevrolet Spark

or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
44
$38.61
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 Fowler Rd
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 Fowler Rd
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Online check-in

Mazda CX-5

or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
45
$41.76
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Chevrolet Equinox

or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
46
$42.40
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 Fowler Rd
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 Fowler Rd
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible

Ford Edge

or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
47
$44.15
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible

Chevrolet Equinox

or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
48
$44.15
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please follow the signs to the car rental area
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, United States
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible

Toyota Tacoma

or similar Standard Regular Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
49
$48.70
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 JAMES FOWLER RD
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 JAMES FOWLER RD,
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Zero deductible

Chevrolet Equinox

or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
50
$48.70
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Excellent
In terminal
Pick-up information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 JAMES FOWLER RD
Rental desk is located in the arrivals hall.
Drop-off information
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
500 JAMES FOWLER RD,
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 05:50 on 08/06/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.

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Travel information

Languages
English, Spanish
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$64 per day
Average car rental length
8 days
Speed limit within town
40–48 km/h or 25–30 mph
Speed limit out of town
88–104 km/h or 55–65 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
$1.25 per liter or $4.73 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.15 per liter or $4.35 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.59 per liter or $6.02 per gallon

Top 20 cities near Santa Barbara

  1. Venturafrom $40.10 per day
    40.8 km / 25.35 miles away
  2. Camarillofrom $49.72 per day
    65.1 km / 40.45 miles away
  3. Thousand Oaksfrom $49.72 per day
    84.2 km / 52.32 miles away
  4. Santa Mariafrom $49.72 per day
    89.4 km / 55.55 miles away
  5. Woodland Hillsfrom $51.46 per day
    104.6 km / 65 miles away
  6. Northridgefrom $49.72 per day
    109.1 km / 67.79 miles away
  7. Santa Monicafrom $42.00 per day
    120.1 km / 74.63 miles away
  8. Sun Valleyfrom $49.72 per day
    123 km / 76.43 miles away
  9. Bakersfieldfrom $48.84 per day
    123.1 km / 76.49 miles away
  10. Studio Cityfrom $39.96 per day
    123.8 km / 76.93 miles away
  11. Venicefrom $39.96 per day
    124.5 km / 77.36 miles away
  12. Beverly Hillsfrom $49.72 per day
    127.2 km / 79.04 miles away
  13. Culver Cityfrom $49.72 per day
    128.4 km / 79.78 miles away
  14. West Hollywoodfrom $54.93 per day
    128.6 km / 79.91 miles away
  15. San Luis Obispofrom $49.72 per day
    129.6 km / 80.53 miles away
  16. Burbankfrom $44.22 per day
    130.8 km / 81.28 miles away
  17. Hollywoodfrom $49.72 per day
    131.9 km / 81.96 miles away
  18. Hawthornefrom $49.72 per day
    136.3 km / 84.69 miles away
  19. Glendalefrom $49.72 per day
    136.5 km / 84.82 miles away
  20. Redondo Beachfrom $43.85 per day
    136.7 km / 84.94 miles away

Top 20 locations near Santa Barbara

  1. Santa Barbara North
    4.1 km / 2.55 miles away
  2. Ventura Downtownfrom $49.72 per day
    40.8 km / 25.35 miles away
  3. Oxnard Airportfrom $40.10 per day
    51.7 km / 32.12 miles away
  4. Camarillo Downtownfrom $49.72 per day
    65.1 km / 40.45 miles away
  5. Thousand Oaks Eastfrom $49.72 per day
    81.3 km / 50.52 miles away
  6. Santa Maria Downtownfrom $66.41 per day
    89.4 km / 55.55 miles away
  7. Los Angeles Canoga Park
    104.2 km / 64.75 miles away
  8. Northridge Downtownfrom $49.72 per day
    109.1 km / 67.79 miles away
  9. Los Angeles Westwoodfrom $49.72 per day
    122.2 km / 75.93 miles away
  10. Los Angeles Sawtellefrom $49.72 per day
    122.3 km / 75.99 miles away
  11. Sun Valley Southfrom $49.72 per day
    123 km / 76.43 miles away
  12. Los Angeles Westfrom $49.72 per day
    123.2 km / 76.55 miles away
  13. Studio City Downtownfrom $39.96 per day
    123.8 km / 76.93 miles away
  14. Venice (Downtown)from $39.96 per day
    124.5 km / 77.36 miles away

Map of top car rental locations

A
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)
8 rental locations
B
Santa Barbara (Downtown)
2 rental locations
C
Santa Barbara North
3 rental locations

When to book in Santa Barbara and for how long?

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Barbara?

Car rental prices in Santa Barbara vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.

Saver's insights

Cheapest monthApril Most expensive month October
Average price $74 A good deal $52 Cheapest supplier Dollar Cheapest car type Large cars
Average rental costs per day in Santa Barbara
$108
$54
$0

$38

in January

Jan

$39

in February

Feb

$43

in March

Mar

$36

in April

Apr

$80

in May

May

$50

in June

Jun

$56

in July

Jul

$70

in August

Aug

$51

in September

Sep

$98

in October

Oct

$65

in November

Nov
Dec

The cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Barbara is April (when prices average $35.75 per day). This is 52% cheaper than the yearly average and 64% cheaper than renting in October (when prices average $97.99).

This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

What's the most popular month to rent a car in Santa Barbara?

Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Santa Barbara is September, and the least popular is July.

Monthly searches in Santa Barbara by pick-up date relative to the average
2.2
1.1
0

Same as average in January

Jan

0.8 times in February

Feb

0.8 times in March

Mar

Same as average in April

Apr

0.5 times in May

May

1.8 times in June

Jun

0.2 times in July

Jul

Same as average in August

Aug

2 times in September

Sep

1.2 times in October

Oct

0.8 times in November

Nov
Dec

What’s the usual rental length in Santa Barbara?

How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in February, the average renter keeps their car for 14 days, and in July, they keep their car for one day.

Average number of rental days in Santa Barbara
15
8
0

6 days in January

Jan

14 days in February

Feb

8 days in March

Mar

13 days in April

Apr

3 days in May

May

12 days in June

Jun

1 day in July

Jul

6 days in August

Aug

5 days in September

Sep

4 days in October

Oct

4 days in November

Nov
Dec

Car rental information

📍 Car rental locations3
✈️ Airport locations1
🔥 Popular suppliersDollar, Alamo, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz
🚗 Popular car typesSUVs, large cars, premium cars, medium cars
🤑 Lowest price$46 per day
👛 Cheapest supplierDollar

Car rental statistics

Highest-rated company
Enterprise (rated 8.8 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Hertz (rated 7.9 / 10)
Total rental companies
8
Average daily price
$64
Lowest daily price
$46
Total cars available
544

Top 8 suppliers in Santa Barbara in 2026

Enterprise
1 location
Enterprise
8.8
Excellent
Value for money
9.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
9.5
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.1
Car condition
9.3
$61–$246
per day
Most popular location
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Alamo
1 location
Alamo
8.8
Excellent
2 reviews
Value for money
9.0
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
9.2
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.4
Car condition
9.3
$58–$236
per day
Most popular location
500 JAMES FOWLER RD,
National
1 location
National
8.5
Excellent
Value for money
8.6
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.7
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.0
Car condition
8.9
$63–$236
per day
Most popular location
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Dollar
2 locations
Dollar
8.2
Very Good
5 reviews
Value for money
7.6
Ease of finding
8.4
Agent helpfulness
7.8
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.4
Car cleanliness
8.5
Car condition
8.5
$46–$107
per day
Most popular location
500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, United States
Thrifty
2 locations
Thrifty
8.1
Very Good
Value for money
7.7
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.6
Car condition
8.9
$46–$107
per day
Most popular location
16 S. La Cumbre Road
Avis
2 locations
Avis
8.0
Very Good
Value for money
7.7
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.6
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.0
Car condition
8.1
$50–$188
per day
Most popular location
305 E Haley St Santa Barbara CA-93101
Budget
2 locations
Budget
7.9
Good
Value for money
7.6
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.5
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.0
Car condition
8.1
$50–$188
per day
Most popular location
305 E Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Hertz
2 locations
Hertz
7.9
Good
Value for money
7.4
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.2
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.1
Car condition
8.5
$50–$188
per day
Most popular location
16 S La Cumbre Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, United States

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Highly recommended by our customers

Its the amount of choice
Its the amount of choice
Remi W,
Jun 9, 2026
Great site to book on
Great site to book on. Security deposits are steep, rental price was excellent.
Terry T,
Jun 9, 2026
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Michael Bell,
Jun 9, 2026
Quick and easy booking
Quick and easy booking
N & M,
Jun 9, 2026
Very good
They are very flexible, helpful, kind. I am very satisfied. The car is in new condit...
Niki,
Jun 9, 2026
Great web site easy to use
Great web site easy to use
P J,
Jun 9, 2026
Solving my problem in emails was a…
Solving my problem in emails was a little bit slow. But when I made a call to suppor...
Valentine Katirlo,
Jun 9, 2026
great
this rental was great
nathan,
Jun 9, 2026
easy booking great selection
easy booking great selection
Jill Neave,
Jun 9, 2026
Great as usual
Great as usual
Karoly Kren,
Jun 9, 2026
Price and booking process
Price and booking process
Justin Skiver,
Jun 9, 2026
Easy to book website and good…
Easy to book website and good explanation of deal available. Pricing is competitive.
Timothy,
Jun 9, 2026
All great
All great. Very satisfied
Stephen,
Jun 9, 2026
Great
I am pleased
Giedrius,
Jun 9, 2026
Fast booking.
Fast booking.
Andrey,
Jun 9, 2026
Easy and cuick
Very easy to do
Alejandro Jose Zurita Round,
Jun 9, 2026
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