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Cheap Car Hire in Santa Maria, CA

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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 20 November 2024.

January

$82

February

$87

March

$92

April

$96

May

$90

June

$87

July

$105

August

$118

September

$102

October

$96

November

$93

December

$90

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

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 20 November 2024.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Santa Maria, including Hertz, Avis and Budget. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Hertz

7.9
Good
3 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Avis

7.2
Good
12 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.0

Budget

6.7
Okay
14 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

4.6
Mediocre
3 reviews•3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

4.6

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

4.6

AutoEurope

1 location
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Easirent

1 location
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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 20 November 2024.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Santa Maria?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (7.9 rating), Avis (7.2 rating) and Budget (6.7 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 $1.39/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $62 and $90 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Santa Maria for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 82% on your car hire. For a below average price in Santa Maria, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 65 days in advance.

  • 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Santa Maria?

    The most popular car to hire while in Santa Maria is the Kia Rio, which is a Compact vehicle.

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