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Car rentals at Santa Barbara Airport

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Nissan Pathfinder
or similar Standard SUV
Up to 5 passengers

$45/day

May 8 - May 15
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Nissan Pathfinder
Toyota Sequoia
or similar Full-size SUV
Up to 5 passengers
4-door vehicles

$56/day

Apr 17 - Jun 16
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Toyota Sequoia
Mitsubishi Mirage
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers
5-door vehicles

$33/day

May 1 - Jul 17
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Mitsubishi Mirage
Toyota Prius
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$35/day

Apr 28 - May 31
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Toyota Prius
Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers

$35/day

Apr 28 - May 31
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Toyota Corolla
Lexus UX
or similar Premium SUV
Up to 5 passengers

$75/day

Apr 28 - May 31
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Lexus UX
Chevrolet Impala
or similar Full-size
Up to 5 passengers

$37/day

Apr 17 - Jun 16
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Chevrolet Impala
Jeep Renegade
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

$38/day

Apr 17 - Jun 16
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Jeep Renegade
Honda Odyssey
or similar Minivan
Up to 5 passengers
5-door vehicles

$60/day

May 1 - Jul 17
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Honda Odyssey

Rental cars insight and trends in Santa Barbara Airport

Useful insights to help you book the perfect rental car in Santa Barbara Airport

When is the best time to rent a car at Santa Barbara Airport?

Aim to rent a car at Santa Barbara Airport on the day of your arrival to get the best deal. On average, it costs $38/day when booking same-day. Weekend car rental prices at Santa Barbara Airport average $50/day, while weekday prices are $46/day. If your schedule is flexible, consider renting a car at Santa Barbara Airport in January, when average prices are at their lowest - $44/day.

Santa Barbara Airport car rental deals found on momondo

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Small cars

$69 - $125

All Car Types

$69 - $102

The average price of a small car rental in Santa Barbara Airport is $48. The cheapest time to rent a small car in Santa Barbara Airport is in June. The price is 43% lower than the rest of the year at just $69 per day. A small car rental is typically 8% less expensive than the average rental car in Santa Barbara Airport. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Barbara Airport 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 Barbara Airport small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car rental in Santa Barbara Airport is $49. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in Santa Barbara Airport is in July. The price is 22% lower than the rest of the year at just $61 per day. A medium car rental is typically 4% less expensive than the average rental car in Santa Barbara Airport. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Barbara Airport 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 Barbara Airport medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car rental in Santa Barbara Airport is $47. The cheapest time to rent a large car in Santa Barbara Airport is in September. The price is 29% lower than the rest of the year at just $61 per day. A large car rental is typically 10% less expensive than the average rental car in Santa Barbara Airport. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Barbara Airport 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 Barbara Airport large car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV rental in Santa Barbara Airport is $44. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Santa Barbara Airport is in August. The price is 50% lower than the rest of the year at just $66 per day. A SUV rental is typically 16% less expensive than the average rental car in Santa Barbara Airport. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Barbara Airport 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 Barbara Airport SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a luxury car rental in Santa Barbara Airport is $42. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in Santa Barbara Airport is in September. The price is 45% lower than the rest of the year at just $61 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 20% less expensive than the average rental car in Santa Barbara Airport. The average price of a vehicle rental in Santa Barbara Airport 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 Barbara Airport luxury car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

Kia Rio
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers
4-door vehicles

$33/day

May 1 - Jul 17
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Kia Rio
Kia Rio
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers
4-door vehicles

$35/day

Apr 28 - May 31
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Kia Rio

Santa Barbara Airport car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers at Santa Barbara Airport

Budget

7.0
Good
35 reviews•1 location
Check prices
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very good
5 reviews•1 location
Check prices
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.4

Avis

8.1
Very good
10 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

Dollar

7.4
Good
8 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.2

Alamo

7.2
Good
8 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.4

National

6.0
Okay
2 reviews•1 location
Check prices
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

6.0

Hertz

5.8
Fair
17 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.9

Thrifty

4.0
Mediocre
2 reviews•1 location
Check prices
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

6.0

Car rental at Santa Barbara Airport

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

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Santa Barbara Airport?

Prices for cars in Santa Barbara Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Santa Barbara Airport?

As of April 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for cars in Santa Barbara Airport.

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

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Santa Barbara Airport. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to rent a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred rental company before booking.

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

When renting a car in Santa Barbara Airport, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.

Why use momondo?

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

You should use momondo to book a car rental in Santa Barbara Airport 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 Barbara Airport?

Once you have performed a search for a car rental in Santa Barbara Airport, momondo will show the results and enable you to find the best deal by using our filters; here you can narrow your search down by vehicle type, price, agencies and a multitude of policies that can apply.

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

Yes momondo does have a filter to only highlight car rental deals which offer free cancellation. This filter is available for all car rental searches on momondo including those for cars in Santa Barbara Airport.

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

Yes, simply select the fair fuel policy filter after performing a search for rental cars in Santa Barbara Airport on momondo.

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

Yes, momondo shows deals with enhanced cleaning services for rental cars in Santa Barbara Airport.

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

momondo offers a filter specifically for unlimited mileage on car rentals in Santa Barbara Airport.

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Avis car rentalsfrom $35
Alamo car rentalsfrom $38
National car rentalsfrom $69
Hertz car rentalsfrom $40

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