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For a rental car, Budget and Hertz are some of the easiest and least time-consuming to use. You get good deals when you book online through KAYAK, without any hassles of going to their offices and waiting for hours on end to get a car. These are some of the most preferred options because of their flexibility. You can choose from its large fleet and make your choice depending on your requirement.
You will need to carry a valid driving license and a credit card. It is also important that you have a telephone number with the area code of Santa Barbara. If your home country does not have an international dialing code, then make sure that you request one before going to this airport because without it, you may not be able to rent a car. Another important requirement is to have a standard photo ID card that has your picture and name clearly printed on it.
The rental car center at the airport is located on the first floor of the terminal building. The location may be different for each car rental company, but they are usually close to each other and within easy walking distance from your landing point. From the arrivals door where you would be coming out from, walk straight towards Highway 101 on the left.
On average a rental car at Santa Barbara airport costs $73 per day.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Hertz ($43/day), Dollar ($46/day) and Turo ($51/day).
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental company at Santa Barbara airport is Budget (6.8, 69 reviews).
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Santa Barbara airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, Budget, Hertz, Alamo, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and National.
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Supplier choice
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Supplier choice
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Full-size
10.0 Wonderful
Eliana, Feb 2024
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
優斗, Nov 2023
Intermediate
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Economy
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4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Oct 2020
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The staff was able to point me in the right direction after they recognized their mistake.10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2023
Standard
2.0 Poor
Terence, Nov 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Peter, Dec 2021
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Jun 2021
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Drop off was eastCons:
vehicle could have been cleanerOne location in Santa Barbara Airport
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4.0 Mediocre
Ahmed, Oct 2024
Economy
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2024
Intermediate
4.0 Mediocre
Kyle, May 2021
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The staff at pickup in Santa Barbara used deceitful tactics to pressure us into paying for an upgrade.10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Sep 2022
8.0 Very good
Kelli, Jul 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Brad, Jul 2022
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8.0 Very good
Anonymous, May 2021
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The woman who helped me with drop off was incredibly helpful2.0 Poor
Rebecca, May 2021
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They did not have my car available and said they tried to call me, but I never got a call. I needed a 12 person van, so it was not easy to find another one. Thankfully AVIS helped me out at the last minute!2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2020
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Vehicle that I reserved was not available when I went go pick up.10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2020
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I liked the small airport with car pick up right outside the terminal. Very convenient, quick, and simple. Would probably choose a slightly larger car than a Toyota Corolla for four adults.9.6 Wonderful
Julia, Aug 2020
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Staff was friendly and efficientCons:
Car was a little dirty inside.9.6 Wonderful
Deb, Jun 2020
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Easy, fast, and safe.One location in Santa Barbara Airport
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Economy
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2021
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My flight got in at6pm, the desk had closed at 5pm. No car for me!Cons:
Knowing that I cannot get a car from Dollar after 5pm, I would have rented from Budget.10.0 Wonderful
Talitha, May 2021
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The check in and check out was very quick and easy, and they were very helpful when I had questions on the vehicle.10.0 Wonderful
Jessie, Mar 2021
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Yes, staff was terrific. Very helpful.Cons:
Nothing it was perfect2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2020
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i made a reservation only to arrive and be told there are no vehicles. once i made the reservation, the desk could have at least called to let me know. people make plans and rely on companies to have the product they reserve3.6 Poor
Jared, Jul 2020
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Drop off was easy.Cons:
I paid for a full size vehicle at least a week in advance. When I arrived to pick it up they didn't have one. We got stuck in a smaller car and couldn't get ahold of any customer service at priceline or kayak.One location in Santa Barbara Airport
One location in Santa Barbara Airport
from$49/dayLocations in Santa Barbara Airport
114 Moffett Pl
+1 805 967 0411
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Intermediate
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Compact
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Compact
2.0 Poor
Bruce, Dec 2021
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Dec 2021
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2021
One location in Santa Barbara Airport
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114 Moffett Place
+1 805 967 0411
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2023
Economy
10.0 Wonderful
Pamela, Sep 2020
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Yes, staff was helpful, service fast, individual ride back to airport, free upgrade.Cons:
the weather2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2022
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500 Fowler Rd, Goleta, , USA California
+1 914 368 0091
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Most popular agency | Dollar |
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Most popular car type | Premium |
Average price | $68/day |
Good deal | $56/day |