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

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.7 rating), Avis (7.2 rating) and Budget (6.9 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Santa Fe.

What are gas prices like in Santa Fe?

The average gas price in Santa Fe is 23,714 ₫/liter over the past month, costing you anywhere between 1,067,152 ₫ and 1,541,442 ₫ to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

Renting your favorite 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 41% in Santa Fe - we recommend booking at least 84days in advance.

Can I rent a car for a month in Santa Fe?

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

What car do most people rent in Santa Fe?

The most popular car to hire while in Santa Fe is the Fiat 500, which is a Mini vehicle.

Cheap Car Rentals in Santa Fe

Santa Fe, NM, United States

12 Jun — 19 Jun

Same drop-off

Mon 12/6

Noon

Mon 19/6

Noon

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

January

1,714,017 ₫

February

1,667,058 ₫

March

1,854,895 ₫

April

1,690,537 ₫

May

1,526,179 ₫

June

1,807,936 ₫

July

1,995,773 ₫

August

1,878,375 ₫

September

1,831,415 ₫

October

2,066,212 ₫

November

1,760,976 ₫

December

1,925,334 ₫

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Fe is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is October. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Santa Fe

Top rental agencies in Santa Fe

Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Santa Fe, including Avis, Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Avis

7.2

Good

44 reviews•2 locations

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Overview

Recent reviews

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

Easy and pleasant experience. Helpful staff.

2.0

Poor|Nov 2022

What a horrible experience trying to pickup a car from them …….

8.0

Very good|Aug 2022

The Avis people that we met were great. If you have not been to the Santa Fe airport you would have trouble understanding. The airport is not small. It is tiny. We arrived at night and the parking lot is barely lit. It took a few minutes, but we did find our car. When we returned the car, it was in the daylight. There were not many Avis spaces, so we parked in an unmarked spot. However, an Avis agent found us quickly and took care of everything quickly and efficiently. So, the controllable things were great. Those out of the staff control were ok.

8.0

Very good|Aug 2022

Pick up tool way too long

2.0

Poor|Apr 2022

I didn’t like the car they gave me

2.0

Poor|Nov 2021

I felt threatened by an employee and cancelled my reservation after calling customer service. In all fairness employee was alone cleaning a previously returned car, garage door open so I went in. No note on office door that they were closed and employee was sole person on site. I knocked strongly on window and door frame of passenger side, called out, went around side repeating loud noises, rapping and finally lightly touched employee's shoulder-this employee was vacuuming with head phones and totally unaware of any external movement, noise, customer which in retrospect I feel puts themselves is possible danger. Employee reacted with a start, pointed finger close to my face demanding I leave the premises. I had previously tried to contact Avis to extend reservation but only received robot calling which was impossible to accommodate me. It is a terrible system when one needs a person to help and there is no answer even during afternoon. I was a bit shaken and choose not to rent from Avis in any near future. Neither customer service or Kayak due to mechanical answering machines cannot provide service in such a situation.

1 out of 15

Hertz

6.9

Okay

73 reviews•4 locations

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Overview

Recent reviews

6.0

Okay|Mar 2023

I tried to reserve through Hertz. They told me I would be unable to return the car to the rental location as it was closed on the day of my return (Sunday). When I went through KAYAK, I was able to pick up and drop off at the same location. I am unhappy about the false information I received from the company itself. If I cannot trust them to have accurate information, why would I want to rent from them? I would have also appreciated a shuttle to and from my hotel.

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

Easy pickup and drop off. Car was clean

10.0

Wonderful|Dec 2023

Clarissa was an absolute professional. This was the easiest car rental experience I have ever had. Well done and Thank You!

10.0

Wonderful|Oct 2022

The customer Hertz representatives were fantastic at the Santa Fe airport for both pick up and drop-off.

2.0

Poor|Sep 2022

This Hertz counter was not at airport and apparently not even connected to Hertz except by name. Couldn't get taxi or Uber to airport when dropping off on Sunday. Employees not helpful in dropping car at airport.

2.0

Poor|Sep 2022

No transportation to off-site rental at Santa Fe Airport. Be prepared for a $40-50 Lyft or Uber cost. Agents can be out of office when you arrive. Be prepared to wait.

1 out of 25

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7

Good

17 reviews•2 locations

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2.0

Poor|Jul 2022

I CALLED SANTA FE ENTERPRISE OFFICE THE DAY PRIOR TO DEPARTURE, AS OUR FLIGHT WAS RESCHEDULED BY THE AIRLINE AND WE WOULD NOT ARRIVE UNTIL 6 PM. THEY SAID THEY CLOSED AT 5 PM AND I COULD GET THE VEHICLE THE NEXT MORNING. HOWEVER, I HAD RESERVED A SUBURBAN AND THEY SAID THEY DID NOT HAVE ONE. THEY OFFERED ME TWO OTHER SUV'S BUT THEY WOULD NOT HAVE ENOUGH LUGGAGE SPACE FOR OUR FAMILY'S TRIP. I CANCELLED THE RESERVATION AND WAS ABLE TO GET A TRANSIT VAN THROUGH TURO FOR LESS THAN THE ENTERPRISE OFFER. SUFFICE IT TO SAY, I WILL NEVER CONSIDER A RENTAL AGENCY THAT IS NOT ON THE AIRPORT GROUNDS, AND IS NOT AVAILABLE 24 HOURS A DAY. YOU MIGHT WANT TO CONSIDER ONLY OFFERING RENTAL AGENCIES THAT CAN FULLY SERVICE YOUR CUSTOMERS. THANK YOU FOR ALLOWING MY FEEDBACK!!!

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2022

The manager Mike and his staff, specifically, Isiah were enthusiastic, down-to-earth and upfront about the rental options. Their friendly demeanor and eagerness to help were exceptional. They were willing to provide wonderful tips and options for activities beyond the beaten path. Their honesty about the rental options and how Covid has affected the rental market shows they put their customers' concerns first. Thank you!

2.0

Poor|Aug 2020

I wasn't aware there was an additional deposit fee for the rental -- if there was information or details about this it wasn't noted or highlighted enough to inform my decision/commitment of renting from here

10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2020

Fast service; friendly, efficient staff

Great experience - they did everything right.

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2020

The staff was very nice, gave me some clorox wipes to clean up the car (even though it was already very clean, it was just to be sure). Enterprise is also waiving the normal fee to drop the car in a different location, which was incredibly helpful.

It was great, no problems.

10.0

Wonderful|Oct 2018

Well staffed office knows you are there to get your car and scoot. Manager even introduced himself...very professional. With the great Kayak deal it was a win-win.

1 out of 6

Budget

6.9

Okay

16 reviews•2 locations

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Recent reviews

2.0

Poor|Mar 2022

Car was under 5” of snow that I had to clean myself At pickup. Underneath that car was muddy inside and out. Car was scratched and dinged but I couldn’t see that under all of that snowCar had 40,000 miles on it and clearly needed either a refresh or retirement

7.9

Good|Oct 2021

Would be nice if there was transport to and from airport

8.0

Very good|Jul 2021

No problems. Car ran well and people at Budget were friendly. Price was as quoted

2.0

Poor|May 2021

We got to the Santa Fe airport at 5:25 pm local time. When we called about picking up our car, we were told the office had closed at 5 pm and we could not get the car. So we had to rent a car from someone else.

How about staying open during reasonable business hours? Closing at 5 pm for an airport rental car service? Are you serious? But if you can't be open during reasonable business hours, how about advising us in advance what the closing time is? Overall, have to give you guys a POOR rating.

4.4

Mediocre|Oct 2020

The car was good.

They overcharged me. They said the cost was $571 and then charged me for an extra day for no reason.

4.0

Mediocre|Sep 2020

The guy we picked up from

The guy we dropped off to

1 out of 6