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Sat, Feb 21 to Sun, Feb 22

Economy Special

Managers Special or similar
  • 4 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Beverly Hills, California, USA
Managers Special

CA $71

total
found 2 days ago
Economy Special Managers Special
Sat, Feb 21 to Sun, Feb 22

Special

Wild Card Compact or larger if available or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, California, USA
Wild Card Compact or larger if available

CA $71

total
found 2 days ago
Special Wild Card Compact or larger if available
Sun, Feb 22 to Mon, Feb 23

Midsize Special

Kia Niro or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Culver City, California, USA
Kia Niro

CA $72

total
found 1 day ago
Midsize Special Kia Niro
Sun, Feb 22 to Mon, Feb 23

Midsize Elite

Tesla Short Range Model 3 or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Culver City, California, USA
Tesla Short Range Model 3

CA $74

total
found 1 day ago
Midsize Elite Tesla Short Range Model 3
Sat, Feb 21 to Sun, Feb 22

Compact

Nissan Versa or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, California, USA
Nissan Versa

CA $76

total
found 2 days ago
Compact Nissan Versa
Sat, Feb 21 to Sun, Feb 22

Standard

Chevrolet Cruze or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, California, USA
Chevrolet Cruze

CA $81

total
found 2 days ago
Standard Chevrolet Cruze
Sat, Feb 21 to Sun, Feb 22

Full Size

Chevrolet Malibu or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, California, USA
Chevrolet Malibu

CA $84

total
found 2 days ago
Full Size Chevrolet Malibu
Sun, Feb 22 to Mon, Feb 23

Standard Elite Special

Ford Mustang Mach-E or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Culver City, California, USA
Ford Mustang Mach-E

CA $88

total
found 1 day ago
Standard Elite Special Ford Mustang Mach-E
Sat, Feb 21 to Sun, Feb 22

Full Size Elite Pickup Regular Cab

Ram 2500 Big Horn or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Beverly Hills, California, USA
Ram 2500 Big Horn

CA $92

total
found 2 days ago
Full Size Elite Pickup Regular Cab Ram 2500 Big Horn
Sun, Feb 22 to Mon, Feb 23

Luxury

Cadillac CT5 or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Culver City, California, USA
Cadillac CT5

CA $112

total
found 1 day ago
Luxury Cadillac CT5
Sun, Feb 22 to Mon, Feb 23

Luxury Elite

Genesis G80E or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Culver City, California, USA
Genesis G80E

CA $123

total
found 1 day ago
Luxury Elite Genesis G80E
Sun, Feb 22 to Mon, Feb 23

Mini Van

Chrysler Pacifica or similar
  • 7 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Culver City, California, USA
Chrysler Pacifica

CA $135

total
found 1 day ago
Mini Van Chrysler Pacifica
Sun, Feb 22 to Mon, Feb 23

Premium Crossover

Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Culver City, California, USA
Mercedes-Benz GLA 250

CA $140

total
found 1 day ago
Premium Crossover Mercedes-Benz GLA 250
Sun, Feb 22 to Mon, Feb 23

Premium Elite Crossover

Cadillac XT6 or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Culver City, California, USA
Cadillac XT6

CA $178

total
found 1 day ago
Premium Elite Crossover Cadillac XT6

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a rental car per day in Santa Monica?
You get serious bang for your buck in Santa Monica, with car rental prices within the past seven days starting from as little as CA $71 a day.
Can I rent a car from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Not directly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). The good news is there's a great selection of car rental options nearby. Find your perfect ride with Sixt, Fox, Thrifty, Payless or National.
What happens if I need to cancel my Santa Monica car reservation?
Depending on the rental policy, you could receive your money back. Many bookings give a complete refund if you let us know at least six hours in advance of the collection time. Need more info? If you can't find the answer in your itinerary, our Customer Service Portal is always available.
Where can I go on a road trip from Santa Monica?
After you've covered all the great attractions in Santa Monica, there's loads more to see in the surrounding area. Grab the keys to a rental car, throw your bags in the trunk and get going. These are some drives we think you'll love:

  • Make your way to Santa Ana for a fun-filled sightseeing experience. Around 64 kilometres from Santa Monica, it has tons of amazing attractions, including Santa Ana Zoo.
  • Why not see all that's on offer in Yorba Linda too? Notable sights in this happening city include Richard Nixon Library and Museum. Yorba Linda is around 64 kilometres from Santa Monica.
  • Elephant Seal Vista Point is located 306 kilometres from Santa Monica and is one of the region's most gorgeous nature spots. Go for a wander around and enjoy the fresh air.

How do I find the best car rental deals in Santa Monica with Expedia?
Pick up an incredible deal with Expedia. Just choose your preferred ride, select your dates and pickup and drop-off locations, and browse offers from trusted brands. Make even bigger savings when you combine your Santa Monica car rental with hotel or flight bookings.
How old do you have to be to rent a car in Santa Monica?
Drivers aged 21 and above can hit the highway in Santa Monica in a rental vehicle. If you're a young driver, a daily surcharge will apply. You'll usually have fewer car categories to choose from, such as economy and compact, and may also have to take out inclusive insurance. Always enter the correct age of the main driver when booking to find out if any extra fees or restrictions apply.
What do you need to rent a car in Santa Monica?
While terms and conditions may differ between car rental outlets, the two main things you'll need are a valid driver's licence and a credit card. You don't need to take out the company's insurance plan. However, proof of alternative coverage may be required.
What is the cheapest car rental in Santa Monica?
Santa Monica has had some happy rental car drivers lately. Daily rates within the past seven days were as low as CA $71 and CA $72. These rates were available on Expedia, with a rental starting date within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change and additional terms apply.
Can I rent a car for a month or longer in Santa Monica?
Yes, which means you won't need to rebook a rental car in the middle of your vacation. Head over to our long-term car rental deals page, enter your travel dates and find a set of wheels to call your own for the duration of your getaway.
Where can I find a Santa Monica car rental if I am younger than 25?
Some Santa Monica outlets will rent to drivers under 25 years of age, and others won't. Policies differ from supplier to supplier, so be prepared to do some research. Also, find out if there are additional costs. Some places will pass on a surcharge to young customers between 21 and 24. Make sure you read through the terms and conditions so you know what to expect.

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Our best deal of the day:
CA $71
Our second best deal of the day:
CA $72
Our third best deal of the day:
CA $74
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