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The best time to rent a small car car from Budget at Santa Barbara airport is in May when prices are $60 per day on average. $60 per day is 16% lower than the $71 average yearly price for a Budget small car rental at Santa Barbara airport. While May may be the cheapest month to rent a small car car from Budget at Santa Barbara airport, June is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in June on small car rental vehicles from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to rent a medium car car from Budget at Santa Barbara airport is in June when prices are $37 per day on average. $37 per day is 43% lower than the $64 average yearly price for a Budget medium car rental at Santa Barbara airport. While June may be the cheapest month to rent a medium car car from Budget at Santa Barbara airport, May is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in May on medium car rental vehicles from Budget depending on what day you book.
The best time to rent a SUV car from Budget at Santa Barbara airport is in June when prices are $37 per day on average. $37 per day is 50% lower than the $74 average yearly price for a Budget SUV rental at Santa Barbara airport. While June may be the cheapest month to rent a SUV car from Budget at Santa Barbara airport, May is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in May on SUV rental vehicles from Budget depending on what day you book.
Budget car rentals near Santa Barbara Airport
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8.0 Very good
Jacob, Mar 2026
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Feb 2026
Wasn’t able to get a car from budget. There wait time was bout 2hrs so I went to the nearest counter; NU Rental
2.0 Poor
Henry, Feb 2026
Flight was delayed car wasnt available paid and extra $600 for rental, tried to offer a luxury car as only option at a premium
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Feb 2026
Totally understaffed at check in!!!!!! Rented me a Jeep with no roof on it………. Really ? Having staff in the parking lot might of caught that. Monthly price was double than I normally pay. Not good at all
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Jan 2026
Car selected was not available and the lady at the counter tried to convince me I had selected incorrectl, despite my confirmation email showing I had selected an SUV
FAQs about renting a car from Budget at Santa Barbara Airport
How much does it cost to rent a car from Budget at Santa Barbara airport?
In the past week, our users have found car rental prices from Budget at Santa Barbara airport for as low as $37/day and as high as $222/day, which is a 84% price difference. Keep in mind that the average price to rent a car from Budget at Santa Barbara airport is $66/day, which can change depending on what type of car you rent and what time of year you are renting.
What is the most popular rental car type from Budget at Santa Barbara airport?
Intermediate cars are the preferred type of car to rent from Budget at Santa Barbara airport. This is a popular car type among drivers thanks to its value at an average rental price of $66 per day. While 31% of momondo users settled on this type of car, you can always choose a different one based on your needs.
Where can I find Budget car rentals at Santa Barbara airport?
If you're flying into Santa Barbara airport, the closest Budget car rental location to you is 500 Fowler Road, and they can be reached on +1 805 964 6792.
Does Budget offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Santa Barbara airport (SBA)?
Yes, if you're flying into Santa Barbara airport (SBA), Budget offers shuttle services
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