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Cheap Car Hire in Santa Ana

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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

R891

February

R946

March

R1 039

April

R1 002

May

R965

June

R965

July

R1 058

August

R1 002

September

R946

October

R928

November

R946

December

R1 021

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.

Top rental agencies in Santa Ana

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Santa Ana known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Santa Ana. Reviews were last updated on 21 January 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Santa Ana, including Dollar, Hertz and Budget. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

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

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Santa Ana, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 January 2025.
  • Which car hire 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 car hire companies in Santa Ana.

  • What are petrol prices like in Santa Ana?

    The average price of petrol in Santa Ana is R16,71/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R752 and R1 086 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 27% in Santa Ana - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Santa Ana it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Santa Ana?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Standard (Toyota RAV4) in Santa Ana, making it the most popular option.

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