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Cheap Car Rentals in Santa Ana from C$ 35

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Santa Ana with a pick-up date of 27/1 and drop-off date of 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Santa Ana car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Santa Ana. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 January 2025.

Most popular company

UNITEDAUTORENT

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.30

Average price per day

C$ 80

Cheapest price per day

C$ 35

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Santa Ana?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Santa Ana and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 21 January 2025.

January

C$ 69

February

C$ 73

March

C$ 80

April

C$ 77

May

C$ 74

June

C$ 74

July

C$ 82

August

C$ 77

September

C$ 73

October

C$ 71

November

C$ 73

December

C$ 79

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Ana is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Santa Ana

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Santa Ana and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 21 January 2025.

There are, in total, 31 car rental locations in Santa Ana that are operated by 19 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can rent (cheapest price last found: C$ 35/day). Explore 8 car types currently offered from Santa Ana rental providers:

Compact

Compact

C$ 35+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 39+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 43+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 84+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 67+

Premium

Premium

C$ 52+

Luxury

Luxury

C$ 66+

Convertible

Convertible

C$ 89+

Compare available car types for rental in Santa Ana

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Santa Ana to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 January 2025.

Small cars

C$ 58 - C$ 96

All Car Types

C$ 74 - C$ 101

To rent a small car in Santa Ana, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 77/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Santa Ana, the United States (~C$ 58/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~C$ 96/day). In fact, June is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Santa Ana. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Santa Ana, renting a small car saves you 10% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Santa Ana small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Santa Ana, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 75/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Santa Ana, the United States (~C$ 68/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~C$ 82/day). In fact, November is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Santa Ana. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Santa Ana, renting a medium car saves you 12% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Santa Ana medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Santa Ana, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 97/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Santa Ana, the United States (~C$ 78/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 131/day). In fact, December is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Santa Ana. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Santa Ana, renting a large car is 13% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Santa Ana large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Santa Ana, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 85/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Santa Ana, the United States (~C$ 74/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 100/day). In fact, November is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Santa Ana. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Santa Ana, renting a SUV saves you 2% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Santa Ana SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Santa Ana, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 131/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a van in Santa Ana, the United States (~C$ 106/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 151/day). In fact, January is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Santa Ana. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Santa Ana, renting a van is 35% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Santa Ana van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Santa Ana, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 92/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Santa Ana, the United States (~C$ 71/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~C$ 136/day). In fact, March is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Santa Ana. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Santa Ana, renting a luxury car is 7% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Santa Ana luxury car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in Santa Ana, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 107/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Santa Ana, the United States (~C$ 88/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 137/day). In fact, January is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Santa Ana. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Santa Ana, renting a convertible is 20% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Santa Ana convertible rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai AccentC$ 35/day
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Hyundai Accent

Top rental agencies in Santa Ana

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Santa Ana known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Santa Ana. Reviews were last updated on 21 January 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Santa Ana area such as Dollar, Hertz and Budget. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Dollar

6.8
Okay
41 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.9

Hertz

6.7
Okay
76 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.7

Budget

6.5
Okay
63 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.5

Alamo

9.3
Wonderful
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

9.1

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

9.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very good
22 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.4

Sixt

1 location

Avis

7.1
Good
21 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.7

Best Santa Ana car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Santa Ana. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Santa Ana with an average daily rate of C$ 62. Data was last updated on 21 January 2025.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Santa Ana area. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Hyundai AccentC$ 35/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai Accent
Nissan SentraC$ 39/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Sentra
Toyota CamryC$ 43/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Camry

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Santa Ana, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 January 2025.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Santa Ana?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 80/day when booking a rental car in Santa Ana. The best deal a user found was for C$ 50/day from Provider's pick, booked on Jan. 20.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Santa Ana?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Santa Ana from the following companies over the past two weeks: Avis (C$ 35/day), Hertz (C$ 38/day), and Turo (C$ 52/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Santa Ana?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (9.3 rating), National (9.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.7 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Santa Ana.

  • What are gas prices like in Santa Ana?

    The average gas price in Santa Ana is C$ 1.30/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 58 and C$ 84 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Santa Ana for a week from United Auto Rental?

    United Auto Rental is one of the top picks in Santa Ana. They can have you in a rental car for about C$ 590 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Santa Ana for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 27% on your car rental. For a below average price in Santa Ana, Cheapflights recommends booking your car rental at least 7 days in advance.

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

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Santa Ana for a month?

    Prices can be as low as C$ 2,527 if you consider booking with Provider's pick. That price represents savings of 75% compared to the Santa Ana average. The monthly cost of a car rental in Santa Ana is on average C$ 2,527 (C$ 84/day).

  • How much is a car rental in Santa Ana for a weekend?

    C$ 93 is typically the average cost for a rental car for the weekend in Santa Ana, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Santa Ana, then opt for a Compact rental vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of February, you can expect to find car rental prices on Cheapflights for as low as C$ 98/day.

  • What car do most people rent in Santa Ana?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to rent a Economy (Kia Sportage) in Santa Ana, making it the most popular option.

Small car rentals in Santa Ana

Find small car rental deals in Santa Ana from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Santa Ana cost an average of C$ 92 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 January 2025.
Honda FitC$ 82/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitC$ 87/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitC$ 87/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

Luxury car rentals in Santa Ana

Find luxury car rental deals in Santa Ana from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Santa Ana cost an average of C$ 91 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 January 2025.
Reserve a luxury car rental in Santa Ana by selecting one of these great deals available. Verify the details of your rental before completing your reservation to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Audi A4C$ 64/day
5
2
M
A/C
Audi A4
Audi A5C$ 64/day
5
2
M
A/C
Audi A5
Audi A4C$ 66/day
5
2
M
A/C
Audi A4

Van rentals in Santa Ana

Find van rental deals in Santa Ana from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Santa Ana cost an average of C$ 94 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 January 2025.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for renting a van in the Santa Ana area. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Toyota SiennaC$ 84/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna
Kia CarnivalC$ 86/day
5
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Carnival
Kia CarnivalC$ 86/day
5
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Carnival

Car rentals by fuel type in Santa Ana

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Santa Ana. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Santa Ana. Deals were last updated on 21 January 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Santa Ana. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (C$ 30+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 30+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 91+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 32+

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