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Top rental agencies in Santa Barbara Airport

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Santa Barbara Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Santa Barbara Airport. Reviews were last updated on 20 February 2025.

Budget

6.6
Okay
41 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
6 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.4

Alamo

7.9
Good
12 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.9

Avis

7.9
Good
9 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.8

Dollar

6.8
Okay
12 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.6

National

6.0
Okay
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

6.0

Hertz

5.6
Fair
17 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.7

Thrifty

5.5
Fair
3 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

7.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Santa Barbara Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 February 2025.

  • Which car hire providers are at Santa Barbara Airport?

    There are 8 car rental providers located at Santa Barbara Airport. The following companies can be found near the Santa Barbara Airport car rental counter:Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.4)Avis (7.9)Alamo (7.9)Dollar (6.8)Budget (6.6)National (6.0)Hertz (5.6)Thrifty (5.5)

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best at Santa Barbara Airport?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (8.4 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.2 rating) and Alamo (7.9 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies at Santa Barbara Airport.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car at Santa Barbara Airport for the best price?

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 40% to make it a great deal at Santa Barbara Airport. Try to book at least 84 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month at Santa Barbara Airport?

    Yes, renting a vehicle at Santa Barbara Airport for a month is certainly possible.

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