Cheap Alamo Car Rentals at Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, SBA

Before leaving the rental location, inspect the car for any existing damage and ensure it’s documented. Take photos if necessary to avoid disputes when returning the vehicle.

Have your driver’s license, credit card, and rental confirmation ready to speed up your pickup.

Most rental companies will require a credit card for the deposit, which is typically frozen in your account. Make sure to inquire about the specific deposit amount and the policy for releasing the freeze.

Check the operating hours of your rental company, as some may have limited hours at airports.

To save on refueling costs when departing from Airport, look for deals with a 'full to full' tank fuel policy, or even better, a free tank fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Before renting a car, check if your personal car insurance covers rental losses. Many personal auto insurance policies and credit cards offer coverage for rentals, which could save you from extra insurance fees.

Allow for possible delays at the rental desk, particularly during busy travel times.

Planning to rent a car with at Airport but are under 25? No worries! You can still rent a car. Just note that rental companies might have additional fees and restrictions for younger drivers. When you search for a car, simply deselect ‘Driver aged between 25 - 75’ and enter your actual age.