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Cheap Car Rentals in Adelaide from $33

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Adelaide with a pick-up date of 28/6 and drop-off date of 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Adelaide car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Adelaide. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 June 2025.

Most popular company

SIMBACARHIRE

Price of petrol per litre

$1.66

Average price per day

$42

Cheapest price per day

$33

Popular car types in Adelaide

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Adelaide and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 14 June 2025.

There are currently 65 hire locations operating in Adelaide spread across 32 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Adelaide is medium car at $33 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compare car rental deals in Adelaide by type

Here are the best Adelaide small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Adelaide medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Adelaide SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Adelaide van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris$33/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Prius c$38/day
2
5
M
A/C
Toyota Prius c
Toyota Prius c$40/day
4
5
M
A/C
Toyota Prius c

Best car rental deals found in Adelaide

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Adelaide. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Adelaide with an average daily rate of $58. Data was last updated on 14 June 2025.
These are some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Adelaide. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Toyota Corolla$33/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Hyundai Accent$33/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent
Holden Barina$38/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina

Cheapflights insights for Adelaide car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Adelaide, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Adelaide?

Book your car hire in Adelaide 8 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $46/day on average when booked 8 days ahead, which saves you 35% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Adelaide?

Simba Car Hire is currently the cheapest car hire company in Adelaide with deals as low as $20.29/day found in the past two weeks. JUCY is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $30.23/day.

What is the best car rental company in Adelaide?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Adelaide is Thrifty (rated 9.6/10 with 1 review). Avis (rated 9.0/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Adelaide?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Adelaide is June, when you can expect to pay $45/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Adelaide is December ($81/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

$60

February

$50

March

$51

April

$78

May

$46

June

$45

July

$48

August

$45

September

$53

October

$63

November

$60

December

$81

What car do most people hire in Adelaide?

SUV cars (Nissan Qashqai or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Adelaide. Intermediate cars (Mitsubishi ASX or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Adelaide?

keddy by Europcar has 6 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Adelaide at 5.

Top rental agencies in Adelaide

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Adelaide known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Adelaide. Reviews were last updated on 14 June 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Adelaide, including Thrifty, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Thrifty

9.6
Wonderful
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

8.8

Avis

9.0
Wonderful
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.7
Very Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

9.2

Simba Car Hire

8.7
Very Good
9 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

9.0

Sixt

8.6
Very Good
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.3

Budget

8.1
Very Good
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.8

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

Hertz

7.5
Good
7 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Adelaide, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Adelaide?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $42/day when booking a car hire in Adelaide. The absolute best deal a user found was for $29/day from Provider's pick, booked on Jun. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Adelaide for a week from Simba Car Hire?

    Simba Car Hire is one of the top picks in Adelaide. They can have you in a hire car for about $236 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Adelaide?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Adelaide.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Adelaide for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Adelaide can be found for about $1,010, with the average price for a rental being around $34 a day. Book with Provider's pick, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 40% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Adelaide.

  • How much is a car hire in Adelaide for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Adelaide are typically $0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Intermediate to save money on your trip to $0. Our users have found prices for Intermediate car hire in July to be on average $68 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Adelaide

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Adelaide. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Adelaide. Deals were last updated on 14 June 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Adelaide. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($19+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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