South Australia

Cheap Car Rentals in South Australia

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South Australia car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in South Australia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 December 2025.

Most popular company

Bargain Car Rentals

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$47

Cheapest price per day

$21

Cheapflights insights for South Australia car rentals

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in South Australia?

For the best savings on car rentals in South Australia, make your reservation 43 days before pickup. The average price then is just $48/day – about 4% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in South Australia?

In South Australia, the most affordable car hire company right now is Simba Car Hire, offering prices from just $19.69/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is East Coast Car Rentals, with rates starting at $31.44/day.

What is the best car rental company in South Australia?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in South Australia is Avis (rated 9.2/10). Thrifty (rated 9.2/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South Australia?

Planning to hire a car in South Australia? January is the cheapest month, costing about $62 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $126. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$62

February

$90

March

$98

April

$74

May

$80

June

$77

July

$93

August

$74

September

$79

October

$83

November

$83

December

$126

What car do most people hire in South Australia?

Economy cars (MG 3, for example) are the most popular in South Australia. Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV) and SUV (Class Standard SUV) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting South Australia.

Which car hire company has the most locations in South Australia?

Both keddy by Europcar and Sunnycars have 5 locations in South Australia, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in South Australia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in South Australia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in South Australia. Reviews were last updated on 27 December 2025.

Avis

2 locations

Thrifty

4 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

3 locations

Sixt

2 locations

Simba Car Hire

2 locations

Hertz

2 locations

Budget

2 locations

Ace Rental Cars

4 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 December 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South Australia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $47/day when booking a car hire in South Australia. The absolute best deal a user found was for $30/day from Simba Car Hire, booked on Dec. 20.

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

    Hiring a car in South Australia for a week can be a great option for travel. Bargain Car Rentals, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $199/week on average.

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

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

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in South Australia can be found for about $854, with the average price for a rental being around $28 a day. Book with Simba Car Hire, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 36% less compared to the average price of car rentals in South Australia.

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