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Cheap Car Rentals in Santa Maria, CA

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How far in advance should I rent a car in Santa Maria?

Book your rental car in Santa Maria 57 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around C$ 60/day on average when booked 57 days ahead, which saves you 8% off the usual average price.

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What is the cheapest rental car company in Santa Maria?

In Santa Maria, the most affordable rental car company right now is Avis, offering prices from just C$ 33.49/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Enterprise Rent-A-Car, with rates starting at C$ 39.85/day.

What is the best car rental company in Santa Maria?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Santa Maria is Avis (rated 7.8/10 with 8 reviews). Budget (rated 7.2/10 with 7 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Avis
Avis
7.8
Budget
Budget
7.2
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
2.0
AutoEurope
AutoEurope
0.0

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Maria?

At Santa Maria, the best time to rent a car is in October, with an average daily rate of just C$ 83. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging C$ 104 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Santa Maria, the best time to rent a car is in October, with an average daily rate of just C$ 83. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging C$ 104 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

C$ 85

February

C$ 84

March

C$ 90

April

C$ 90

May

C$ 88

June

C$ 97

July

C$ 97

August

C$ 104

September

C$ 85

October

C$ 83

November

C$ 92

December

C$ 97

What car do most people rent in Santa Maria?

Intermediate rentals (Class Intermediate Car, for example) are the most popular in Santa Maria. SUV (Toyota RAV4) and Passenger Van (Ford Transit) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting Santa Maria.

Which car rental company has the most locations in Santa Maria?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. AutoEurope has the second-highest number of locations in Santa Maria at 1.

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Top rental agencies in Santa Maria, CA

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Santa Maria, CA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car rental companies in Santa Maria, CA. Reviews were last updated on 24 June 2026.

Avis

7.8
Good
8 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.4

Budget

7.2
Good
7 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

2.0
Poor
3 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

4.6

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.6

AutoEurope

1 location
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Easirent

1 location
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Hertz

2 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Santa Maria, CA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 June 2026.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Santa Maria for a week from Avis?

    Avis is a popular option for travellers looking for car rental in Santa Maria. You can expect the average cost of a rental car to be about C$ 899 per week.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Santa Maria?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Santa Maria check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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