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Kia K4
2025
•4.91
(101)

Kia K4
2026
•5.0
(1)

Kia K4
2026
•5.0
(19)

Tesla Model 3
2023
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Kia K4
2025
•4.95
(57)

Kia K4
2025
•4.89
(11)

Hyundai Sonata
2026
•5.0
(13)

MINI Convertible
2022
•4.99
(88)

Subaru Impreza
2013
•4.92
(53)

Whether you're landing for business in Santa Ana or escaping to California’s coast, securing a car rental at John Wayne Airport (SNA) is refreshingly simple with Turo. Instead of queuing at a rental counter, choose from a wide range of vehicles (from sleek convertibles to reliable SUVs) available for collection right at the terminal garages. No matter what brings you to California, Turo puts you in control with flexible pickup, direct host communication, and car rental options to suit every itinerary. No mystery sedans or printed rental agreement summaries, just the best rental car for your journey, ready when and where you need it.
On Turo, renting a car at SNA is easy. Browse cars online, confirm your pickup location, book your car, and get on the road sooner. With pickup locations at airports across the US, you'll be able to find the perfect car for whatever you have planned.

Enter a date and airport location in Santa Ana, CA (or beyond), filter to find the best car for you, and read reviews from previous renters.

Rent a car for pickup at the airport, or opt for delivery to various destinations, including airports, train stations, and hotels.

Your host sends you pickup details, and you’re all set to hit the roads of Santa Ana, CA! If you have questions, you can easily chat with your host or contact support.
Eric and Valerie have made it impossible for me to ever rent from one of the big international car rental companies again. This was my third rental with them and they are everything the big guys are not. They are friendly, efficient, customer focused are most importantly really easy to deal with. Their cars are great as well.
The host, the car, and the whole Turo experience was 10/10. The price was fantastic and the whole experience was seamless. We had weird hours we wanted to leave and return the car that would not have worked with a car rental agency, but Angel and Turo made the whole process easy and seamless. I’m a bigger guy so I was worried about how comfortable the car would be and it was perfect. The great ride made our whole vacation possible and comfortable. I really appreciated the vehicles safety features too!

Easy pick up and drop off. Car was very clean inside. A/C blows super cold even when it's 100 degrees out!! The windows are not tinted so I suggest bringing your own sun shades if you are going to be parked anywhere but the shade in the summer. Luckily I had those and that made my trip much better. The flip down visors do have the extenders to help block sun while driving thankfully. Charging prices are comparable to current gas prices - about $45 to get 250 miles of charge over a few sessions which is the same as I get from a full tank in my Toyota Yaris. This car DOES have the CHAdeMO fast charge input so it's 30-50 seconds per mile to charge depending on the fast charger & whether you're running the car (AC/radio) or it's fully off. Radio speakers were a little blown out so I had to adjust some settings to listen to my audiobooks but it was easy to do. I had no problem driving from the pickup spot to Kyle, then to the airport, and back into town without needing a charge which was about 90 miles, mostly highway. Just like any Turo rental make sure to take your own photos at pickup and drop off since scratches and such aren't usually documented after every drive by the car owners which seems standard in my experience. Overall a great deal, best price in town especially for a last minute rental. I requested the rental at 9pm on a Tuesday after my personal car died and was able to get this the next morning with no issue. Will definitely keep them in mind when I need a rental near by. Thanks again!

I love the rental cars from Mohammed. He and his staff is friendly and helpful. The cars are small and good at gas. I would suggest anyone to rent a car with Mohammed.

I had an excellent experience renting from this host and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and smooth car rental experience. The vehicle was extremely clean, well-maintained, and exactly as described in the listing. Communication was outstanding from start to finish. The host was friendly, professional, responsive, and made both pickup and drop-off incredibly easy and convenient. The car drove perfectly and made my trip stress-free and enjoyable. It’s clear the host takes great care of both their vehicles and their customers. I truly appreciated the attention to detail and overall professionalism throughout the rental process. I would absolutely rent from this host again in the future and highly recommend them to others looking for a top-quality rental experience.
Rented this last minute because my Mom didn't tell me until the day before my trip that she had no car. Was pretty easy for the most part. Finding the shuttle at the airport for the car rental area, was a little difficult for me. But you can always ask someone at the airport. Then I followed Turo given directions to the car. It's outside of the rental area but still easy to find because the lot is literally labeled "Turo." As for the car, I DID NOT MIND these "problems" with the car at all, but you should be informed that the car: Cons - Smelled INTENSELY LIKE WEED. I tried to spray it with multiple Febreze, etc. It helped but it still stinks a bit. - The car door lock was extremely finicky, you must PRESS AND HOLD the button it seems. - Crumbs in the backseat (no big deal) - Not sure but seems like occasional light scraping sound sometimes when driving around on normal road. - Not a problem per se, but just know the car has quite a bit of scratches compared to other Turo rentals. Just be sure to document as much as you can. Pros - Good Value for the price - ICE COLD A/C. (Although I visited in winter, so idk how it holds up to the Vegas heat, but again better than my childhood cars with zero A/C) - Pretty quiet car overall (I mention the scrape for the owner to consider getting it checked out, but nothing to make you feel embarrassed while driving.) Overall, I grew up poor, and this car was much better than most of the ones of my childhood, so I didn't mind at all. Just tried my best to document them that's all. But anyone renting who these things might bother should be aware of it. Anyways, thank you so much Nick!!! I would definitely rent again!

The host was excellent throughout the whole process. Communication was very good, he was friendly and easy to deal with, and he made the whole car rental process simple and stress-free. Everything was straightforward from start to finish, and I would definitely rent from him again.

Easy pickup and drop off, saved us when the car rental companies ran out of cars at the airport.

Andre was great, the car was somewhat still dirty, dust, dirt, what appeared to be cigarette ashes, animal hair, sticky spills around the cup holders in the center console and the door panels. Crumbs and dust/dirt left in the door handles and cubby's. In the center console cup holders and cubbys. On the top of the dashboard, around the steering column and gauges. Sticky dusty windows and stereo buttons. Rear view mirror had sticky smudges on it. All the windows inside were dusty and dirty with smudges and idk what really.. the car had a bad smell of animals like dogs, and faint cigarette smell.. however as I got further into my trip I got used to it and wasn't bothered by it anymore. A lot of these issues honestly didn't bother me very much. I was more worried of being blamed for them when I returned the car. Unfortunately I was put behind schedule due to a passenger side headlight and passenger side tail light being burned out. However upon informing andre, he was very quick with a solution to take the car to valvoline where they were able to repair the lights before I left for my trip. If I wasn't already running late It wouldn't of bothered me. Andre was also very quick to reimburse me the whole price of the repairs immediately upon me sending him the receipt of the work.. I very much appreciated that! I also appreciate that instead of canceling my trip Andre worked out a way to have the lights fixed with no trouble of my own. He was always quick to respond to all of my very long messages full of questions. This is my first time using turo and I did not know the ins and outs of the rental process. He was able to guide me threw every step all while being polite and keeping his patience with me! Hah. I ended up running behind schedule on my way back as well and was surprised how simple and easy it was to change the return time from noon to after 9 p.m. all without adding any fees to my bill! That was very helpful of andre to allow me to do. I also ended up being a little passed my return time due to vacuuming the car and dusting everything to my best ability. So that andre wouldn't have to deal with someone else's mess and the next person who rents the vehicle will not have to worry about it either. I had no issues with doing that for him after he was so helpful with me! The vehicle was a little different then what im used to. But in no time I settled in with the car and had a very enjoyable trip! I would forsure rent another vehicle from andre in the future due to how well he accommodated me on this trip. Even tho the car had the mess, that was not andre, But left over from previous renters. He even made sure to have a snow brush and ice scraper in the car for me. But unfortunately the previous renters also took that with them. Im sure there will be a new one for the next person who rents the car because thats how much andre cares about his customers !! 5 stars for andre !!! Whoever returned his vehicle like that should be ashamed and think about how it would feel if someone treated your things the same way! Once again THANK YOU andre! I will reach out to you next time I need to rent a car.. I appreciate all your help thru the process! I appreciate your professionalism and quick responses to all my questions and thank you for making sure the vehicle was 100% good to go for me before I left and wouldn't of been able to fix it. 5 of 5 stars for andre !!

My credit card wasn’t working for some odd reason and rental companies wouldn’t let me rent a car so I booked this Turo last minute and it was a reasonable price for five days. I will do it again when I come back to Vancouver in August.
Excellent 1st experience using Turo. The host was very responsive and timely. The vehicle was in great condition and rode very well. The price was a good deal and would definitely use this again as opposed to a major car rental facility. It was a simple process overall and very straightforward.

The host, Tadeh was exceptional. The very best in customer service. I had the best experience with renting from Tadeh. Everything was so easy; Tadeh was super accommodating, very kind, he went way above and beyond what I reasonably expected. Tadeh is a thousand times better than AVIS, HERTZ, Enterprise, Thrifty, Budget, Dollar, and all the major car rental. Tadeh gave me the best deal; the major car rentals do not come close; I saved a lot of money. The car was great, very good on the gas mileage; and very clean. Tadeh made sure pick-up location was very convenient for me, Tadeh drove the car to where I was; it’s the best. Tadeh also picked up the car when I was done and again made sure it was convenient for me. I am very grateful for this. Once I return from my deployment, absolutely renting from Tadeh again; will be telling all my friends and colleagues. This is just amazing customer service. I am very appreciative for everything. THANK YOU
Kiara had great communication throughout the rental process , the car was amazing , clean and comfortable. Rental was a great price as well. I'll be happy to rent from Kiara again in the future.

Good Morning 🌞 Yall! This Car was Amazing! I was able to go see my older Son's College Graduation during the week. The Car rental process was amazing and an easy process. I would definitely rent this Car again!!
“10/10 experience. I rented the car for a week and the total came out to around $400, which was an amazing price for a brand new 2026 vehicle. The entire process was incredibly easy from start to finish. Pickup and drop-off were smooth and convenient, and I loved that I didn’t have to physically meet or talk to anyone. The key was waiting in a lockbox by the window, which honestly made the experience even better for me. The car itself was spotless, smelled clean, and drove perfectly. It was also amazing on gas — I drove all the way through Saturday and the tank was only halfway. The host responded quickly to messages and was super helpful the entire time. Overall, this was one of the easiest and best rental experiences I’ve had. I would absolutely rent from them again and honestly would choose this over Enterprise or Hertz any day

Fandi and our cohost provided excellent communication throughout the process. Our car, 2020 Honda Insight was clean and in good working order. Performance was good around the hills and mountains in the greater San Francisco area. The drop off at the San Jose airport was excellent. Why go to the “normal” car rental companies!
Booking on Turo? Pickup and drop-off at John Wayne Airport happens in Garages A1, A2, B2, and C. To pick up your rental vehicle, head to the designated garage and exit using the ticket left for you. When returning, park in one of the same approved garages, leave a new entry ticket in the vehicle, and message your host with the exact stall number and section via the Turo app.
Turo’s in-app messaging system makes it easy to stay in sync with your host throughout the entire rental period. Whether you're confirming which garage to head to or sharing the precise car rental return location, every detail flows smoothly through the app. Your host will provide everything you need (from the garage and level to the parking stall number), so you can skip the guesswork and focus on the road ahead.
John Wayne Airport (SNA) requires Turo to collect a mandatory airport usage fee for any rental car delivered on-site. Turo doesn’t control or keep this fee; it's simply passed through as required. If your host charges for garage entry or exit, this will be clearly outlined on the vehicle listing. Always check the listing prior to booking to see if local fuel prices, parking fees, or other costs are shared upfront for full transparency.

Contactless check-in and checkout
Many hosts offer contactless check-in and checkout, if their car has remote access technology, allowing you to find the car, unlock it, and be on your way without meeting them in person. Message your host for specific instructions.

Convenient airport car rental pickup and return
Rather than hustling at the busy terminal curbside, take your time picking up the rental car at approved parking lots or garages. Check in, load up your luggage, and get comfortable with the car without a big rush.

Relax with support & damage protection
24/7 support and roadside assistance mean help is just a call away, plus you can choose from a range of protection plans.
Whether you're flying in for a sun-drenched escape or dressing to the nines for a wedding at the Heritage Museum of Orange County, a car rental in Santa Ana gives you the freedom to do it all in style. Cruise the coast to Laguna Beach in a convertible or roll up to a black-tie affair at The Yost Theater in a head-turning luxury SUV. With Turo, you can rent a vehicle that suits the moment—no bland sedans or rental counter delays required.
Heading to California for your next vacation? Secure a spacious SUV, luxury EV or compact car to maximize your time in Santa Ana and beyond. Explore Orange County's incredible canyon roads or venture to Joshua Tree National Park for an unforgettable vacation.
Spending an extended period of time in Santa Ana? Live like a local and secure a long-term car rental from a local Turo host. In fact, many hosts offer discounts and competitive rates for long-term bookings of one month or more.
From important client meetings to site visits, visiting Santa Ana for work has never been easier with a rental car. On Turo, you can collect your vehicle directly from SNA and zip off to your first meeting within minutes, making it the most convenient way to do business in California.
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Santa Ana may not always make the glossy cover of California travel magazines, but that’s exactly what makes it worth exploring. With rich cultural roots, vibrant art, and hidden culinary gems, it’s a city best experienced behind the wheel, with your rental vehicle ready for wherever the day leads.
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A crown jewel of Santa Ana’s cultural scene, the Bowers Museum is home to world-class exhibitions ranging from ancient Chinese art to Pacific Islander artifacts. Just a quick drive from John Wayne Airport, this museum offers the kind of quiet gravitas that pairs well with a mid-morning espresso and a parking spot you didn’t have to circle twice to find.
Compact but delightfully curated, the Santa Ana Zoo is famous for its commitment to primates, with at least 50 monkeys in residence at all times (seriously). Drive your rental car just 10 minutes from SNA and spend the day with anteaters, ocelots, and capuchins. Bonus points if your car matches the flamingos.
Art studios, speakeasy-style bars, and vintage markets collide in Downtown Santa Ana, where every corner feels like a hidden gem waiting to be posted on Instagram. Park your rental car near 4th Street Market and let the walking (and snacking) begin. It's the perfect way to wrap up a day of museum-hopping or to begin one, depending on your caffeine intake.
Exploring Santa Ana is best done on four wheels — preferably something sleek, efficient, and parked just where you need it. Whether you're headed to historic neighborhoods or a gallery-hopping afternoon downtown, having your own rental vehicle gives you the freedom to go beyond the obvious.
Before you hit the road, here’s everything you need to know about securing a car rental at John Wayne Airport (SNA) and driving in Santa Ana.
On Turo, picking up your rental car at John Wayne Airport (SNA) is refreshingly smooth. Vehicles are parked in Garages A1, A2, B2, or C—no need to trek to an off-site rental counter. Simply locate your car using the Turo app, grab the garage ticket your host left inside, and you’re good to go. The hardest part? Deciding which playlist to queue for the drive.
Returning your rental vehicle is just as seamless. Drive into one of the approved garages (A1, A2, B2, or C), pull a ticket, park in a clearly marked spot, and leave the entry ticket in the car. Message your host via the Turo app to share the section and stall number, and lock up securely using either a lockbox or remote tech—no awkward key handoff required.
Just five miles separate John Wayne Airport (SNA) from Downtown Santa Ana, making it a swift 10- to 15-minute drive depending on traffic. With your own rental car on Turo, you’ll skip the shuttle queues and get straight to the heart of the city—art galleries, taquerias, and all.
Driving in Santa Ana, CA is straightforward, though you’ll want to watch for school zones, cyclists, and the occasional overzealous left turner. The speed limit typically ranges from 25–35 mph in residential areas and up to 65–70 mph on highways. California’s BAC limit is 0.08%, and mobile phone use while driving must be hands-free. Morning and evening rush hour on roads like Bristol Street and Main Street can slow things down, so allow extra time during peak hours.
Downtown Santa Ana offers a mix of metered street parking and city-run garages with reasonable rates. While you might circle a few blocks near hotspots like 4th Street Market, public lots such as the Regal Parking Structure and the Spurgeon Structure offer convenient alternatives. With a bit of planning, you’ll rarely be more than a short walk from your destination, especially if your rental car isn’t the size of a small yacht.
Yes, there are toll roads in Santa Ana, California. Several major toll roads, including State Route 73, State Route 133, and State Route 261, run through Orange County.
Fuel up at nearby stations like Chevron on Main Street or Arco off 17th Street, both just minutes from downtown. For EV drivers, charging stations can be found at the South Main Plaza, Downtown Plaza, and even inside select parking garages. With a growing network of chargers, Santa Ana makes it easy to keep your eco-friendly rental car fully powered.
Absolutely. Public transit is limited, and many of Santa Ana’s best attractions (Bowers Museum or even coastal detours to Huntington Beach) are far easier to reach with a rental car. On Turo, you can choose the exact vehicle that suits your plans, whether it’s a convertible car rental for a beach day or a roomy SUV for a weekend of local exploration.
Rental car types in Santa Ana include, but are far from limited to, luxury SUVs, premium sedans, sports cars, and fuel-sipping compacts, each suited to a different kind of SoCal adventure. Book a Tesla Model Y for guilt-free cruising through Orange County, a Chevrolet Trax for zipping around city streets, or a Hyundai Sonata for practical elegance. If you’re after something timeless, the Nissan Altima or Toyota Camry offer comfort, space, and reliability without fuss. On Turo, your perfect fit is never more than a few taps away.
The cost of car rental in Santa Ana can vary depending on car type, booking length, extras, and delivery. For cheap car rentals in Santa Ana, look out for discounts on longer-duration bookings and early bookings.
To rent a car on Turo, you must create a Turo account, have a valid driver’s license, get approved to drive on Turo, and be 18 years old or older in the US, 21 years old or older in Australia, or 23 years old or older in Canada.
In the UK, you must be 21 years old or older and have held a UK or EU license for at least one year, or another driver’s license for at least two years. In France you must be 18 years old or older and have held a driver’s license for at least 2 years, longer for certain makes and models of vehicles.
When you’re booking your first trip, you’ll go through a quick approval process by entering your driver’s license and some other information. In most cases, you’ll get approved immediately, and you’ll be set for all future road trips, day trips, and business trips!
Turo accepts valid licenses (not expired, suspended, or revoked) that allow for full driving privileges; this includes driver’s licenses issued outside of the US. Licenses that Turo doesn’t accept in the US include any that have expired, have been altered, are conditional, probational, provisional, or restricted. Learner’s permit/instruction permits are not accepted.
To rent a car on Turo in the US, you must be 18 years old or older.
You don’t need personal insurance coverage to rent a car on Turo.
In the US, any personal insurance you may have that covers damage to the host’s vehicle would kick in before your Turo protection plan. When booking a car in the US, you’ll choose between three protection plans — Premier (eligibility requirements apply), Standard, or Minimum — to get the level of protection that’s right for you. On each trip, you’re covered with third-party automobile liability insurance provided under a policy issued to Turo by Travelers Excess and Surplus Lines Company.*
In New York state, you’ll also choose between Premier (if available), Standard, or Minimum. With each plan, you’re covered with liability insurance of $1,250,000.* Protection plans for New York trips also include access to roadside assistance, priority phone support, and 24/7 customer assistance.
You can get discounts and low cost car rental on Turo.
On your Account page, make sure you’ve checked the box to receive email notifications, and enable push notifications from the Turo app in your phone settings — we’ll send you occasional promo codes, discounts, and deals.
Additionally, frequent travelers on Turo can get rewarded with the loyalty bonus — earn a promo code for one bonus day when you take trips totaling 10 days in a 90-day period.
Learn how the loyalty bonus worksYes there is — whether you want to rent a car for three days, three months, or even longer, you can on Turo. You’ll find discounted prices on bookings lasting 3+, 7+, or 30+ days, so you can get the best deals and lowest rates possible by booking longer trips.
See more about promotions & discountsSome hosts offer unlimited distance for a trip; others set a daily distance limit — you’ll need to check on each rental car individually to see if this service is provided. On the vehicle pages, you’ll see the total miles or kilometres you’re allowed to drive under the heading “Distance included.” You can find cars offering unlimited mileage with every trip by using the “Unlimited distance” filter.
Yes, multiple guests can drive the car you rent on Turo, as long as they are all approved to drive. The primary driver (whoever rented the car) can add additional drivers with no fees or additional charges. Only the primary driver can request to add drivers; Turo hosts cannot do it for you. We encourage you to request to add additional drivers before your trip starts, though guests can request to add a driver while a trip is in progress.
To speed up the process, have your additional driver create a Turo account and get approved to drive before you request to add them. All drivers must have a valid driver’s license and meet the age requirements for the car you’ve booked. You can request to add drivers via the “Trips” tab in the Turo app without additional driver charges or extra costs.
Turo has agreements and pilot programs in place with a number of airports across the United States, and we’re always working hard to secure arrangements at even more airports to make your transition between air travel and car travel as smooth as possible, no matter what city.
Currently, Turo has agreements with some regional and international airports in at least 24 US states. The group of airports where Turo has airport pickup permits for guests may change, so refer to the link below for an up-to-date list.
List of airport locations* Any personal insurance you may have that covers damage to the host’s vehicle would kick in before your protection plan, except in limited situations for trips booked in Maryland, but this protects your own wallet. Liability insurance is provided under a policy issued to Turo by Travelers Excess and Surplus Lines Company. Terms, conditions, and exclusions apply. The policy does not provide coverage for damage to a host’s vehicle.
For questions or information about the third party liability insurance that is included in protection plans, consumers in Maryland and the licensed states listed here may contact Turo Insurance Agency at (415) 508-0283 or claims@turo.agency. For questions about how damage to a host’s vehicle is handled, visit the Turo Support site.
When a trip is booked in the state of Washington, physical damage to the host’s vehicle is covered by insurance purchased by Turo, but Turo’s insurance does not change the contractual responsibilities of hosts or guests with respect to physical damage to a host’s vehicle.