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$41 - $121
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$53 - $144
The best time to rent a Small car from Avis in Santa Maria, California is in August when prices are $41 per day on average. $41 per day is 45% lower than the $75 average yearly price for a Avis Small rental in Santa Maria. While August may be the cheapest month to rent a Small car from Avis in Santa Maria, February is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in February on Small rental vehicles from Avis depending on what day you book.
The best time to rent a Medium car from Avis in Santa Maria, California is in September when prices are $38 per day on average. $38 per day is 43% lower than the $67 average yearly price for a Avis Medium rental in Santa Maria. While September may be the cheapest month to rent a Medium car from Avis in Santa Maria, February is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in February on Medium rental vehicles from Avis depending on what day you book.
The best time to rent a Large car from Avis in Santa Maria, California is in August when prices are $45 per day on average. $45 per day is 69% lower than the $146 average yearly price for a Avis Large rental in Santa Maria. While August may be the cheapest month to rent a Large car from Avis in Santa Maria, November is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in November on Large rental vehicles from Avis depending on what day you book.
The best time to rent a SUV car from Avis in Santa Maria, California is in January when prices are $38 per day on average. $38 per day is 56% lower than the $86 average yearly price for a Avis SUV rental in Santa Maria. While January may be the cheapest month to rent a SUV car from Avis in Santa Maria, October is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in October on SUV rental vehicles from Avis depending on what day you book.
The best time to rent a Van car from Avis in Santa Maria, California is in January when prices are $117 per day on average. $117 per day is 34% lower than the $177 average yearly price for a Avis Van rental in Santa Maria. While January may be the cheapest month to rent a Van car from Avis in Santa Maria, November is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in November on Van rental vehicles from Avis depending on what day you book.
The best time to rent a Luxury car from Avis in Santa Maria, California is in January when prices are $61 per day on average. $61 per day is 40% lower than the $101 average yearly price for a Avis Luxury rental in Santa Maria. While January may be the cheapest month to rent a Luxury car from Avis in Santa Maria, September is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in September on Luxury rental vehicles from Avis depending on what day you book.
Was given a car that had a expired tags and i lost money in gas due to a confusion on howuch i was suppose to leave in it. (Lost probably 20 dollars in gas)
2.0
Poor|Sep 2022
car was disgusting. the lady was super rude and argued with my about accepting my temporary license for 20 minutes
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2022
I had a female clerk at the Avis counter, she was awesome, I wish I could remember her name. Outstanding customer service.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2022
Wtf!!! I didn’t rent this vehicle
2.0
Poor|Nov 2021
Didn't accept my chime card at the desk, no warning at all and I'm still not really sure why. All rental car companies suck but at least budget was trying to help us figure something out. The avid front desk person was super unhelpful and annoying.
2.0
Poor|Jun 2021
Car was 1/8th of a tank low on gas and had a headlight out, which I got stopped for.
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Information about Avis car rentals in Santa Maria
Does Avis have a location at Santa Maria Public Airport?
Yes, Avis has 1 location at Santa Maria Public Airport which is located at 3249 Skyway Drive.
Does Avis offer free car rental cancellation in Santa Maria?
Yes, you can cancel your Avis rental car reservation in Santa Maria free of charge. However, canceling your car rental right before your scheduled pick-up date could result in a fee. Be sure to call Avis and ask about specific cancellation policies. You can view a list of phone numbers under the Locations tab by clicking here.
What is the most popular car to rent from Avis while in Santa Maria in July?
Consider Intermediate rentals from Avis if you need a car rental in Santa Maria during July. When renting Intermediate cars in July, you can expect prices to be an average of $62 per day and as low as $35 per day. Keep in mind that there are also other types of rental cars available from Avis—Intermediate vehicles just happen to be the most popular amongst our users during this time of year.
What is the cheapest type of car to rent from Avis in Santa Maria?
The cheapest type of car to rent from Avis in Santa Maria is the Compact ($61/day on average). In the past year, 10% of our users who rented a car from Avis chose the Compact for its cost savings. A Compact also happens to be 31% cheaper than the average cost of the most expensive car available from Avis in Santa Maria.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Santa Maria?
Prices for cars in Santa Maria are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Santa Maria?
There are 15 operators available for cars in Santa Maria as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Santa Maria?
The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Santa Maria. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To rent a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen rental company before making a reservation.
What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Santa Maria?
To rent a car in Santa Maria, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.
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