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Cheap Car Rentals in South Australia from $50
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 South Australia with a pick-up date of 27/10 and drop-off date of 6/11. 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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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 15 September 2025.
Most popular company | Bargain Car Rentals |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | $54 |
Cheapest price per day | $50 |
Popular car types in South Australia
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in South Australia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 September 2025.
In South Australia, there are 3,297 active hire locations from 108 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in South Australia in the past week - currently priced from $50/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:
Economy
$77+
Compact
$50+
Intermediate
$59+
SUV
$112+
People mover
$123+
Full-size SUV
$100+
Passenger van
$122+
Standard SUV
$56+
Compact SUV
$59+
Supplier choice
$67+
Intermediate SUV
$78+
Compare car rental deals in South Australia by type
Here are the best South Australia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Australia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Australia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best South Australia van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Mercedes-Benz EQA$50/day
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Hyundai i20$69/day
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Mazda Mazda2$77/day
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Best car rental deals found in South Australia
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in South Australia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in South Australia with an average daily rate of $84. Data was last updated on 15 September 2025.
Mercedes-Benz EQA$50/day
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Mitsubishi Montero$56/day
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Holden Trax$59/day
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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 8 days before pickup. The average price then is just $50/day – about 3% 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 $37.14/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Yesaway, with rates starting at $45.63/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 9.0/10 with 4 reviews). Thrifty (rated 9.0/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Avis
9.0
Thrifty
9.0
Budget
8.8
Sixt
8.6
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South Australia?
Planning to hire a car in South Australia? November is the cheapest month, costing about $67 per day. In contrast, January is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $108. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$108
February
$85
March
$96
April
$71
May
$78
June
$76
July
$91
August
$72
September
$70
October
$74
November
$67
December
$71
What car do most people hire in South Australia?
Mini cars (MG 3, for example) are the most popular in South Australia. Economy (Suzuki Swift) and Full-size (Toyota Camry) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting South Australia.
Which car hire company has the most locations in South Australia?
Both Sunnycars and Thrifty have 10 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 15 September 2025.
Avis
4 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
8.3
Thrifty
3 reviews•11 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
8.3
Budget
5 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.2
Overall
8.8
Pick-up/drop-off
8.8
Value
8.0
Sixt
9 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.0
Overall
8.6
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
8.3
Hertz
9 reviews•10 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.1
Overall
8.1
Pick-up/drop-off
8.3
Value
7.4
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
2 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
7.3
Value
9.3
Ace Rental Cars
3 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
6.8
Overall
7.6
Pick-up/drop-off
7.2
Value
8.0
Europcar
9 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.8
Overall
6.4
Pick-up/drop-off
6.9
Value
6.7
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 15 September 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in South Australia?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $54/day when booking a car hire in South Australia. The absolute best deal a user found was for $43/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Sep. 14.
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 $266/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 $1,140, with the average price for a rental being around $38 a day. Book with Bargain Car Rentals, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 31% less compared to the average price of car rentals in South Australia.
Car rentals by fuel type in South Australia
Browse car rentals by fuel type in South Australia. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in South Australia. Deals were last updated on 15 September 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South Australia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($26+).
Electric
$35+
Hybrid
$40+
Petrol/Diesel
$26+