KAYAK’s insights & trends for Santa Clarita car rentals
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Santa Clarita with confidence.
How far in advance should you book a rental car in Santa Clarita?
You should book your rental car in Santa Clarita around 45 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Santa Clarita?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Dollar (C$ 25.26/day), Thrifty (C$ 25.26/day), and Budget (C$ 28.64/day). The cheapest rental car price was found at Dollar 26011 Bouquet Canyon Rd. (2.6 km from city centre).
What is the most popular rental car in Santa Clarita?
Rentals in the Medium category (Jeep Wrangler or similar) are the most popular option in Santa Clarita, costing C$ 71/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as C$ 53/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Clarita?
The cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Clarita is January at an average cost of C$ 59/day. April is the most expensive month to rent a car in Santa Clarita when prices are C$ 93/day on average, which tends to be 69% above the yearly average rental price for Santa Clarita.
What rental car company in Santa Clarita has the most locations?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 2 locations in Santa Clarita, more than any other rental company.
Santa Clarita car rental price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right rental car in Santa Clarita by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup Truck
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
C$ 40 - C$ 69
All Car Types
C$ 88 - C$ 116
How much does it cost to rent a small car in Santa Clarita?
How much does it cost to rent a medium car in Santa Clarita?
How much does it cost to rent a large car in Santa Clarita?
How much does it cost to rent an SUV in Santa Clarita?
How much does it cost to rent a van in Santa Clarita?
How much does it cost to rent a pickup truck in Santa Clarita?
How much does it cost to rent a luxury car in Santa Clarita?
How much does it cost to rent a convertible in Santa Clarita?
Small car rentals in Santa Clarita typically cost around C$ 53 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average C$ 40 per day, which is about 25% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 50% cheaper than the average rental in Santa Clarita, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.
Medium car rentals in Santa Clarita typically cost around C$ 90 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average C$ 74 per day, which is about 18% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 15% cheaper than the average rental in Santa Clarita, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car rentals in Santa Clarita typically cost around C$ 104 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average C$ 84 per day, which is about 20% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 1% cheaper than the average rental in Santa Clarita, offering more comfort for longer trips at a reasonable price.
SUV rentals in Santa Clarita typically cost around C$ 112 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average C$ 96 per day, which is about 15% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 7% more expensive than the average rental in Santa Clarita but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.
Van rentals in Santa Clarita typically cost around C$ 179 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average C$ 146 per day, which is about 19% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 42% more expensive than the average rental in Santa Clarita but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck rentals in Santa Clarita typically cost around C$ 95 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average C$ 72 per day, which is about 25% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 10% cheaper than the average rental in Santa Clarita, making them a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car rentals in Santa Clarita typically cost around C$ 152 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average C$ 129 per day, which is about 16% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 31% more expensive than the average rental in Santa Clarita but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible rentals in Santa Clarita typically cost around C$ 141 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average C$ 87 per day, which is about 39% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 26% more expensive than the average rental in Santa Clarita but perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
Good to know
Most popular car type
Large
KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Santa Clarita
If you have been on vacation before, then you may understand the frustration that comes with waiting for public transport or standing in line waiting for a taxi. You could be late for your business meeting or miss out on a few items on your itinerary because you have to keep up with a certain schedule. But what if you can move at your own pace, time, and flexibility? This is achievable by renting a car from one of the top car rentals in Santa Clarita. You’ll have the ability to get to places quicker, have the chance to tick all the boxes on your Santa Clarita bucket list, experience areas you might not be able to through public transportation, and save money in the process. With a rental car, you can drive as far as 57 miles away to Disneyland Park in about an hour or drop in at the Sunken City Trail about 55 miles away.
Once you book your rental car through KAYAK, you'll find it waiting for you at the Los Angeles International Airport if you prefer to drive yourself to the city. If not, you can have the Santa Clarita car rental agency of your choice deliver it to your preferred convenient location. To find the rental car counter at the airport, follow the signs that’ll take you to baggage claim, then proceed outside to find rental car shuttles waiting to take you to the car lot. You'll ride the shuttle from the rental company of your choice, which could be Enterprise, Budget, Avis, or Hertz. When you're done with your trip, you find the Rental Car Return facility on Airport Blvd, and there'll be shuttles available to take you to the terminal to catch your flight.
When driving on Santa Clarita roads, it's a good idea to be wary of pedestrians and cycling of the road. Wait for pedestrians to cross on crosswalks and avoid using cellphones while driving at all times.
Santa Clarita has busy intersections as it's a commuting community. The Newhall Ranch and Bouquet Canyon Road intersection stands to be one of the busiest in the city. This intersection receives heavy foot traffic as well due to the shopping centers around, so be watchful of pedestrians. The Soledad Canyon Road and Bouquet Canyon Road intersection is in second place, and the Soledad Canyon Road and Whites Canyon Road intersection in third. The morning commute rush hour spans from 5am to 10am, after which it gets back to normal and peaks again in the evening from 5pm to 8pm. Winter roads in Santa Clarita can also be quite dangerous, and if the city gets snow, you may encounter backed-up traffic or full closure, especially on Interstate 5.
Small rental cars in Santa Clarita are around 46% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Santa Clarita
What type of car is recommended for driving in Santa Clarita?
Unless you're driving in Santa Clarita during winter, a standard size car will get the job done. However, the kind of car you get from Santa Clarita car rentals highly depends on how many people you're bringing along and what attractions you intend to visit. Rural roads or long drives into other cities may require a 4WD to navigate different types of roads.
What’s the speed limit in Santa Clarita?
The speed limits in Santa Clarita are 25mph in residential districts, business districts, and school zones. It goes lower to 15mph in alleys. The maximum speed limit on highways is 65mph and 55mph on two-lane undivided highways.
Where are the best places to park in Santa Clarita?
There are several garages where you can park for free. You'll find them at Western Bagel, Bouquet Canyon Plaza, Valencia Crossroads, and Westfield Valencia Town Center. Parking on the streets of Santa Clarita is not allowed so keep that in mind to avoid a ticket.
Which car rental companies are at Los Angeles airport (LAX)?
Hertz was overbooked, so I made hundreds of dollars extra in Lyft ride which could have been avoided. If overbooked why can't the system send a message or at minimal a call
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Oct 2022
Pick up was at noon but establishment closed at noon. Glad we showed up 15 min early and were not late.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Nov 2021
The stated pick up time for the car was 5:00 p.m. I arrived at 5:02 p.m. and the place was dark. On the website it says it's open until 6:00 p.m. but they had a paper sign on the door saying the hours were to 5:00 p.m. Why would they allow me to set a pick up time after hours? Ridiculous! So I ended up having to go around the corner and rent a car from Enterprise. Should have done that in the first place.
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