South Australia

Cheap Car Rentals in South Australia

Adelaide, SA, Australia
7 May — 14 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Adelaide, SA, Australia
Tue 7/5
Noon
Tue 14/5
Noon

South Australia car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in South Australia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2024.

Most common car type

Full-size

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in South Australia?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South Australia and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 30 April 2024.

January

Rp 568,735

February

Rp 568,735

March

Rp 714,982

April

Rp 633,734

May

Rp 714,982

June

Rp 536,236

July

Rp 568,735

August

Rp 536,236

September

Rp 633,734

October

Rp 649,983

November

Rp 617,484

December

Rp 731,231

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Australia is June. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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 South Australia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in South Australia to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2024.

Small cars

Rp 488,300 - Rp 830,191

All Car Types

Rp 649,496 - Rp 4,154,078

To hire a small car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 430,632/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South Australia (~Rp 488,300/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 830,191/day). In fact, September is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Australia, hiring a small car saves you 63% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 859,705/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South Australia (~Rp 383,977/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~Rp 5,070,523/day). In fact, July is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Australia, hiring a medium car saves you 26% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 951,937/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in South Australia (~Rp 1,189,578/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 3,843,191/day). In fact, June is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Australia, hiring a large car saves you 18% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in South Australia, you would pay an average price of Rp 933,395/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in South Australia (~Rp 595,547/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~Rp 5,070,523/day). In fact, July is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Australia, hiring a SUV saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in South Australia

Explore the leading car rental agencies in South Australia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in South Australia. Reviews were last updated on 30 April 2024.

Thrifty

9.3
Wonderful
1 review9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.0

Avis

9.1
Wonderful
6 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.5

Hertz

8.9
Very Good
10 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.1

Sixt

8.6
Very Good
8 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.3

Simba Car Hire

8.4
Very Good
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

9.3

Budget

7.7
Good
6 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.4

Ace Rental Cars

7.6
Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

6.8

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

8.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in South Australia?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, MINI Car Rentals (10.0 rating), CarWiz (10.0 rating) and Fox (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in South Australia.

  • What are petrol prices like in South Australia?

    The average price of petrol in South Australia is Rp 19,012.03/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 855,541 and Rp 1,235,782 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Australia for a week from East Coast Car Rentals?

    East Coast Car Rentals is one of the most popular car hire companies in South Australia, offering car hire for around Rp 3,143,972 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in South Australia for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 42% on your car hire. For a below average price in South Australia, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in South Australia?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in South Australia for a month is certainly possible.

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