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Santa Clara, CA
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What is the cheapest rental car agency in Santa Clara?

The cheapest rental cars in Santa Clara are generally found through Ace. When booking with Ace, you may be able to find rental car prices for as low as $9/day. The average price to rent a car in Santa Clara is $79/day.

What car do most people rent in Santa Clara?

When renting a car in Santa Clara, most of our users will opt for the Chrysler Pacifica at $93/day on average. The second most popular is the Toyota Corolla car rental for an average of $43/day. Our users have found Chrysler Pacifica rentals in Santa Clara for as low as $54/day and Toyota Corolla rentals for as low as $20/day.

Best deals found for Santa Clara, California car rentals

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental car types in Santa Clara, California
Economy$24/day
Compact$20/day
Intermediate$25/day
Standard$42/day
Full-size$28/day
Minivan$35/day
Premium$33/day
Luxury$30/day
Intermediate SUV$30/day
Compact SUV$33/day
Supplier choice$34/day
Standard SUV$34/day
Best rates found by momondo users in the past 48 hours.

Important information about Santa Clara car rentals

How do I get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to the rental car center?

Travelers visiting the city of Santa Clara can access car rental services from locations spread out within the city, including the San Jose Airport (SJC). This airport is in Silicon Valley and offers one of the best locations to rent a car. You can locate the car rental booths at the airport’s parking lot and in Terminals B and C. The car rental center is located within the airport and can be accessed at the lower level of Terminal A. The airport offers free shuttle bus services if you are at the airport’s Terminals B or C. For travelers arriving at Terminal A, you will have to walk through the arrivals hall, down the escalators and directly to the car rental center. Some of the car rental companies at the airport include Budget, Alamo, Dollar, Thrifty, AVIS, Enterprise, Payless and Fox.

What documentation do I need to rent a car in Santa Clara, California?

The car rental companies in Santa Clara demand that travelers intending to rent cars be at least 25 years of age. The travelers should have possessed a driving license for at least three years before renting the car. You will also need a valid credit card in your name as a means of payment for the rental car. For individuals traveling from other countries, car rental companies will require that you possess an international driver’s permit or passport apart from a valid driving license from your country. Some companies also accept debit cards if the names and addresses match those on the identification documents. Suppose you are renting a car from the city and possess a license that is not recognized as part of the International Driving Permit Agreement, carry a certified translation of the license.

What driving laws should I keep an eye out for in Santa Clara, California?

When driving in Santa Clara, you are expected to observe the seat belt laws, which mandate every passenger in the vehicle wears a seatbelt. The driver is also obligated to ensure that passengers below the age of 16 are secured properly in their seats. Drivers should also be aware that cell phone usage is illegal while driving. The city recommends that hands-free devices be used when picking up a call, or the driver can pull over the roadside to make or receive a call. According to city and state laws, if you have a child under the age of 8 years in a rented car, you are expected to ensure that the child is secure in a child safety or a booster seat. It is also highly recommended that you do not drive under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs. Pedestrians also have the right of way in crosswalks.

Can I drive to other states, regions, or countries with a rental car from Santa Clara, California?

Yes, most car rental companies in Santa Clara, such as Budget, allow renters to drive their cars to other states and regions, provided they are informed well before the trip happens. It is also important to check this information with the car rental company since some may have different out-of-state travel regulations. Some companies allow cross-border travel from the US to Canada. The companies will, however, require that the driver carries a Canadian non-resident insurance card to indicate that the auto insurance you have can work in Canada. Travelers possessing a Canadian driver’s license can get a car bearing a Canadian license plate. If this is unavailable, the driver can use the car with a US license plate for up to 30 days in Canada. Some companies also offer one-way rentals to Canada if the renters fill in online forms with specific pickup and drop-off locations.


Santa Clara, California car rental deals found on momondo

Find the rental car in Santa Clara that's right for you

Small cars

$40 - $73

All Car Types

$50 - $80

The average price of a small car rental in Santa Clara, the United States is $52. The cheapest time to rent a small car in Santa Clara, the United States is in January. The price is 25% lower than the rest of the year at just $40 per day. A small car rental is typically 20% less expensive than the average rental car in Santa Clara. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Clara 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 Clara small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car rental in Santa Clara, the United States is $56. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in Santa Clara, the United States is in January. The price is 15% lower than the rest of the year at just $48 per day. A medium car rental is typically 16% less expensive than the average rental car in Santa Clara. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Clara 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 Clara medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car rental in Santa Clara, the United States is $75. The cheapest time to rent a large car in Santa Clara, the United States is in January. The price is 24% lower than the rest of the year at just $58 per day. A large car rental is typically 14% more expensive than the average rental car in Santa Clara. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Clara 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 Clara large car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV rental in Santa Clara, the United States is $62. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Santa Clara, the United States is in January. The price is 32% lower than the rest of the year at just $43 per day. A SUV rental is typically 5% less expensive than the average rental car in Santa Clara. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Clara 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 Clara SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van rental in Santa Clara, the United States is $108. The cheapest time to rent a van in Santa Clara, the United States is in March. The price is 34% lower than the rest of the year at just $72 per day. A van rental is typically 40% more expensive than the average rental car in Santa Clara. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Clara 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 Clara van rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a luxury car rental in Santa Clara, the United States is $73. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in Santa Clara, the United States is in January. The price is 42% lower than the rest of the year at just $43 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 10% more expensive than the average rental car in Santa Clara. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Clara 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 Clara luxury car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a convertible rental in Santa Clara, the United States is $135. The cheapest time to rent a convertible in Santa Clara, the United States is in March. The price is 62% lower than the rest of the year at just $52 per day. A convertible rental is typically 52% more expensive than the average rental car in Santa Clara. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Clara can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

Nissan Sentra
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$20/day

29 Mrz - 7 Apr
Nissan Sentra
Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$24/day

11 Mai - 19 Mai
Toyota Yaris
Ford Focus
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$38/day

24 Mrz - 24 Apr
Ford Focus

Santa Clara car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in Santa Clara, California

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

Ace

8.0
Very good
12 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Hertz

6.5
Okay
9 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

6.2

Avis

6.4
Okay
3 reviews2 locations

Budget

2.0
Poor
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Airport Van

1 location

AutoEurope

1 location

Avalon Transportation Service

1 location

Quick facts about car rentals in Santa Clara

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

Most Popular Agency

Fox

Popular Car Types

Passenger Van, Mini, Intermediate

Cheapest Rental Car

$24

Most Popular Model

Chrysler Pacifica
The most popular Santa Clara car rental agency found on momondo this month is Fox. Other top choices for car rental companies are Ace and Hertz
The following car types were offered at rental car companies in Santa Clara in the past 72 hours: Passenger Van, Mini, Intermediate.
The lowest price for a rental car in Santa Clara is $24/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from $48/day.
The most popular car model to rent in Santa Clara in the past 7 days is the Chrysler Pacifica. Our users also prefer the Class Special Car 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 Clara

Nearby attractions:

Santa Clara Convention Center26.6 mi
California's Great America26.9 mi
Levi's Stadium27.1 mi
Intel Museum27.9 mi
Triton Museum of Art29.5 mi

Nearby attractions:

Stephen Schott Stadium0.9 mi
Triton Museum of Art1.5 mi
Intel Museum2.6 mi
Levi's Stadium3.5 mi
California's Great America3.6 mi

Nearby attractions:

Santa Clara Convention Center25.0 mi
Levi's Stadium25.4 mi
California's Great America25.4 mi
Intel Museum26.4 mi
Triton Museum of Art28.5 mi

Rent a car near one of these popular hotels in Santa Clara

Below are the most popular hotels in Santa Clara
Hyatt Regency Santa Clara

Hyatt Regency Santa Clara

5101 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA, United States

3.7 mi from city center

Rodeway Inn

Rodeway Inn

3580 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA, United States

2.2 mi from city center

Hilton Santa Clara

Hilton Santa Clara

4949 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA, United States

3.6 mi from city center

Granada Inn

Granada Inn

2515 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA, United States

0.9 mi from city center

Santa Clara Marriott

Santa Clara Marriott

2700 Mission College Boulevard, Santa Clara, CA, United States

2.8 mi from city center

Hyatt Centric Santa Clara Silicon Valley

Hyatt Centric Santa Clara Silicon Valley

3100 Lakeside Drive, Santa Clara, CA, United States

2.7 mi from city center

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Clara Silicon Valley

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Clara Silicon Valley

2885 Lakeside Drive, Santa Clara, CA, United States

2.4 mi from city center

Quality Inn & Suites Silicon Valley

Quality Inn & Suites Silicon Valley

2930 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA, United States

1.4 mi from city center

Woodcrest Hotel

Woodcrest Hotel

5415 Stevens Creek Boulevard, Santa Clara, CA, United States

3.4 mi from city center

AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Santa Clara

AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Santa Clara

2970 Lakeside Drive, Santa Clara, CA, United States

2.6 mi from city center

Signature Inn Santa Clara

Signature Inn Santa Clara

2222 The Alameda, Santa Clara, CA, United States

1.4 mi from city center

Sonesta Simply Suites Silicon Valley - Santa Clara

Sonesta Simply Suites Silicon Valley - Santa Clara

481 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA, United States

1.1 mi from city center

SureStay Plus by Best Western Santa Clara Silicon Valley

SureStay Plus by Best Western Santa Clara Silicon Valley

859 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA, United States

0.6 mi from city center

Hyatt House Santa Clara

Hyatt House Santa Clara

3915 Rivermark Plz, Santa Clara, CA, United States

2.8 mi from city center

Delta Hotels by Marriott Santa Clara Silicon Valley

Delta Hotels by Marriott Santa Clara Silicon Valley

2151 Laurelwood Road, Santa Clara, CA, United States

2.1 mi from city center

Element Santa Clara

Element Santa Clara

1950 Wyatt Drive, Santa Clara, CA, United States

2.4 mi from city center

Wafer 450 Hotel

Wafer 450 Hotel

2499 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA, United States

0.8 mi from city center

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Clara - Silicon Valley

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Clara - Silicon Valley

2455 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA, United States

0.8 mi from city center


Driving with a rental car in Santa Clara - FAQs

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

How much will it cost to rent a car in Santa Clara, California in April?

To rent a car in Santa Clara for a weekend in April, we found prices as low as $62 with an average of $93. For a week-long rental, the lowest price was $24, with more options around the $62 mark.

Is there a fee to cancel my Santa Clara, California car rental?

When renting a car, you can expect to find that a majority of the rental car agencies in Santa Clara do not have a cancellation fee. Keep in mind that momondo does not set these cancellation policies, but we can help you find great deals on rental cars in Santa Clara. Be sure to look for the Cancellation Policy when you conduct your search.

What is the best type of car to rent in Santa Clara during April?

The best way to enjoy the sites in Santa Clara during the month of April is in a Convertible rental car. You are less likely to run into any instances of precipitation or colder weather, because Santa Clara has an average temperature of 62.6 °F and average rainfall of 0.4″ during the month of April. Renting a Convertible in Santa Clara will cost you $226/day on average.

What is the speed limit in Santa Clara, California?

Travelers who rent a car in Santa Clara should be aware that the city’s speed limit is 25 mph. Suburban speed limits around Santa Clara are generally 75 mph, whereas speed limits on highways are 75 mph. Keep in mind that speeds may change depending on what road you’re traveling on, so be on the lookout for posted signage.

What car rental company has the Nissan Pathfinder in Santa Clara?

What is the weather like in Santa Clara, California, CA in March?

In March, Santa Clara usually gets 2.3″ of precipitation and has an average temperature of 55.4 °F. This information can be very helpful when looking at rental cars in Santa Clara as it can help you make the best decision.

Is the weather in Santa Clara similar to the rest of California?

If you’re looking for a Santa Clara rental car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of March it’s important to know that the rest of California typically has a temperature of 57.2 °F and will usually expect 2.2″ of precipitation.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Santa Clara?

Prices for cars in Santa Clara refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Santa Clara?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Santa Clara?

Among different countries, including Santa Clara, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Santa Clara?

To rent a car in Santa Clara, 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.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in Santa Clara?

You should use momondo to book a car rental in Santa Clara because it could save you time and money. momondo fetches and allows you to compare car rental prices and policies from thousands of car rental websites.

How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in Santa Clara?

momondo enables you to find the best car rental deal in Santa Clara by providing useful filters to narrow your search. Filters include, but are not limited to: price, body type, rental company and specific policies that you may want.

Does momondo show car rental deals in Santa Clara with free cancellation?

Of course! momondo has a dedicated filter for users to specifically look at car rentals in Santa Clara which offer free cancellation.

Can I rent a car with a fair fuel policy in Santa Clara on momondo?

Fair fuel policies are specifically available to select on momondo, allowing you to refine your search for rental cars in Santa Clara.

Can I find a car rental in Santa Clara which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

Yes, rental cars in Santa Clara with enhanced cleaning options can be searched for on momondo.

Can I search for rental cars in Santa Clara with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Unlimited mileage is indeed an option momondo offers on rental cars in Santa Clara.


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