Car Rentals in Santa Ana, California

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Santa Ana, CA
Jun 6 — Jun 13
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Rental cars insight and trends in Santa Ana

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What is the cheapest rental car agency in Santa Ana?

The cheapest rental cars in Santa Ana are generally found through Zeeba Rent-A-Van. When booking with Zeeba Rent-A-Van, you may be able to find rental car prices for as low as $5/day. The average price to rent a car in Santa Ana is $6/day.

What car rental company in Santa Ana has the most locations?

Avis has the most locations of any rental car company in Santa Ana, with 3 locations.

What car do most people rent in Santa Ana?

When renting a car in Santa Ana, most of our users will opt for the BMW X7 at $159/day on average. The second most popular is the Lexus CT car rental for an average of $44/day. Our users have found BMW X7 rentals in Santa Ana for as low as $98/day and Lexus CT rentals for as low as $31/day.

Best deals found for Santa Ana, California car rentals

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental cars in Santa Ana, California
Kia Picanto
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$23/day

9 Jun - 25 Jun
Kia Picanto
Dodge Charger
or similar Full-size
Up to 5 passengers
4-door vehicles

$25/day

2 Aug - 1 Sep
Dodge Charger
Chrysler 200
or similar Standard
Up to 5 passengers
4-door vehicles

$25/day

13 Aug - 27 Aug
Chrysler 200
Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers

$27/day

6 Jun - 12 Jun
Toyota Corolla
Nissan Pathfinder
or similar Standard SUV
Up to 5 passengers

$27/day

12 Jun - 13 Jun
Nissan Pathfinder
Hyundai Tucson
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers
4-door vehicles

$30/day

10 Jul - 24 Jul
Hyundai Tucson
Mitsubishi Mirage
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers
5-door vehicles

$30/day

5 Jun - 3 Jul
Mitsubishi Mirage
Mini Hatch
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$31/day

5 Jun - 3 Jul
Mini Hatch
Nissan Maxima
or similar Premium
Up to 5 passengers

$32/day

13 Jun - 27 Jun
Nissan Maxima

Important information about Santa Ana car rentals

While planning your next trip to Santa Ana, we recommend that you consider renting a car for your stay. Car rentals in Santa Ana, California offer you comfort and convenience while driving around the town and even to destinations located outside the central business district. Take a trip to the Bowers Museum that is home to the collection of global arts and enjoy the opportunity to discover more about the history of the town. More interactive exhibits can be viewed at Discovery Cube, popularly known for its rotating displays of exhibitions. Consider treating your children by driving them to Adventure City, an amusement park for kids where they will enjoy a variety of outdoor activities. You will find parking locations in Santa Ana are available and accessible. Santa Ana car rental agencies are in plenty and are located in over 50 locations.

Parking lots in Santa Ana can be found throughout the town, including garages and metered spots. The I-5 in Santa Ana is one of the busiest highways that experiences a high flow of traffic, and you should avoid it during peak morning hours as well as during the evening rush hour. The option of car rentals in Santa Ana offers you the chance to spontaneously visit landmarks and sights outside the town. The downtown area of Santa Ana is a good walkable neighborhood that consists of a growing hub in arts, culture, and entertainment. Book cheap car rentals in Santa Ana through momondo to enjoy the opportunity of curating day trips and tours that do not require waiting time or delays along the road.

It is important to note that you are expected to park your car along the curb facing the direction of traffic flow. In California, one is prohibited from driving under the influence. It is also against the law in California for an individual to be using a phone while driving. This could result in a case where you are accused of committing a traffic violation. Additionally, smoking while driving is a punishable act if there is a minor in the car. Don’t forget to check out California’s Department of Motor Vehicles rules and regulations before driving cheap car rentals in Santa Ana.

Rental cars in Santa Ana, including luxury car rentals and economy car rentals, can be accessed from their rental locations around the city and the airport. You will need to submit the current driver’s license as well as a credit card. Agencies also allow non-US driver’s licenses as long as it is valid in the resident’s location. Out of state drivers of age 16 and 17 are allowed to drive in the state of California for a maximum of 10 days.


Santa Ana, California car rental deals found on momondo

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Small Cars

$42 - $57

All Car Types

$71 - $90

The average price of a Small rental in Santa Ana, the United States is $53. The cheapest time to rent a Small in Santa Ana, the United States is in May. The price is 21% lower than the rest of the year at just $42 per day. A Small rental is typically 37% less expensive than the average rental car in Santa Ana. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Ana can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Santa Ana Small rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Medium rental in Santa Ana, the United States is $64. The cheapest time to rent a Medium in Santa Ana, the United States is in May. The price is 22% lower than the rest of the year at just $50 per day. A Medium rental is typically 23% less expensive than the average rental car in Santa Ana. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Ana can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Santa Ana Medium rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Large rental in Santa Ana, the United States is $78. The cheapest time to rent a Large in Santa Ana, the United States is in May. The price is 27% lower than the rest of the year at just $57 per day. A Large rental is typically 7% less expensive than the average rental car in Santa Ana. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Ana can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Santa Ana Large rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV rental in Santa Ana, the United States is $81. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Santa Ana, the United States is in May. The price is 26% lower than the rest of the year at just $60 per day. A SUV rental is typically 3% less expensive than the average rental car in Santa Ana. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Ana can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Santa Ana SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Van rental in Santa Ana, the United States is $101. The cheapest time to rent a Van in Santa Ana, the United States is in October. The price is 15% lower than the rest of the year at just $87 per day. A Van rental is typically 19% more expensive than the average rental car in Santa Ana. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Ana can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

The average price of a Pickup Truck rental in Santa Ana, the United States is $72. The cheapest time to rent a Pickup Truck in Santa Ana, the United States is in March. The price is 1% lower than the rest of the year at just $73 per day. A Pickup Truck rental is typically 14% less expensive than the average rental car in Santa Ana. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Ana can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

The average price of a Luxury rental in Santa Ana, the United States is $97. The cheapest time to rent a Luxury in Santa Ana, the United States is in August. The price is 23% lower than the rest of the year at just $76 per day. A Luxury rental is typically 16% more expensive than the average rental car in Santa Ana. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Ana can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Santa Ana Luxury rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Convertible rental in Santa Ana, the United States is $94. The cheapest time to rent a Convertible in Santa Ana, the United States is in November. The price is 20% lower than the rest of the year at just $76 per day. A Convertible rental is typically 13% more expensive than the average rental car in Santa Ana. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Ana can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Santa Ana Convertible rentals found on momondo in the past week.

Kia Picanto
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$23/day

9 Jun - 25 Jun
Kia Picanto
Hyundai Kona
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers
5-door vehicles

$30/day

5 Jun - 3 Jul
Hyundai Kona
Nissan Versa
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$31/day

5 Jun - 3 Jul
Nissan Versa

Santa Ana car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in Santa Ana, California

Dollar

7.6
Good
171 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.7

Budget

6.9
Okay
110 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.9

Hertz

6.7
Okay
161 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.8
Very good
72 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.7

Avis

7.2
Good
41 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.9

Alamo

45 reviews1 location

Allied

2 locations

Sunnycars

2 locations

Quick facts about car rentals in Santa Ana

Get the overview on great rental deals, popular car rental companies, and best car types for your visit in Santa Ana

Most Popular Agency

Fox

Popular Car Types

SUV, Intermediate, Full-size

Cheapest Rental Car

$23

Most Popular Model

Mazda MX-5 Miata
The most popular Santa Ana car rental agency found on momondo this month is Fox. Other top choices for car rental companies are Alamo and Turo
The following car types were offered at rental car companies in Santa Ana in the past 72 hours: SUV, Intermediate, Full-size.
The lowest price for a rental car in Santa Ana is $23/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from $53/day.
The most popular car model to rent in Santa Ana in the past 7 days is the Mazda MX-5 Miata. Our users also prefer the Mercedes-Benz CLK as an alternative.

Find popular attractions close to your rental car pick-up

Visit these must-see attractions near popular rental car locations in Santa Ana

Nearby attractions:

Discovery Science Center33.2 mi
Discovery Cube Orange County33.2 mi
Bowers Museum33.4 mi
Santa Ana Zoo35.2 mi
Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport35.7 mi

Nearby attractions:

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport2.4 mi
Santa Ana Zoo4.8 mi
Bowers Museum5.9 mi
Discovery Science Center6.5 mi
Discovery Cube Orange County6.5 mi

Nearby attractions:

Discovery Cube Orange County25.1 mi
Discovery Science Center25.1 mi
Bowers Museum25.5 mi
Santa Ana Zoo25.8 mi
Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport28.1 mi

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Driving with a rental car in Santa Ana - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in Santa Ana so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

$70 is the cost of a weekend car rental in Santa Ana for June, with cheap deals starting as low as $19. Users looking for a one-week rental in Santa Ana for June saw an average deal of $54 - but quotes as low as $13 were available depending on dates and car options.

The majority of car rental agencies in Santa Ana offer free cancellation. momondo will always tell you whether or not rental car centers such as Budget, Hertz, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car have a cancellation fee for travelers who have last-minute itinerary changes.


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