South Australia

Cheap Car Rentals in South Australia from $12

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in South Australia with a pick-up date of 2/23 and drop-off date of 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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South Australia car rentals in 2025

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 January 30, 2025.

Most popular company

East Coast Car Rentals

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

$44

Cheapest price per day

$12

South Australia car rental prices in popular cities

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across South Australia, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 49 pickup locations in South Australia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on January 30, 2025.

Price

$18 - $64

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 January 30, 2025.

January

$35

February

$30

March

$43

April

$36

May

$30

June

$28

July

$28

August

$26

September

$32

October

$38

November

$37

December

$49

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Australia is August. 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 January 30, 2025.

Small cars

$34 - $57

All Car Types

$46 - $73

To rent a small car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of $42/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in South Australia (~$34/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$57/day). In fact, January is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Australia, renting a small car saves you 24% 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. Here are the best South Australia small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of $50/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in South Australia (~$35/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~$83/day). In fact, July is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Australia, renting a medium car saves you 8% 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. Here are the best South Australia medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of $71/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a large car in South Australia (~$57/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$91/day). In fact, June is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Australia, renting a large car is 24% more expensive. 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 rent a SUV in South Australia, you would pay an average price of $51/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in South Australia (~$38/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$66/day). In fact, June is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Australia, renting a SUV saves you 6% 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. Here are the best South Australia SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in South Australia, you would pay an average price of $86/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a van in South Australia (~$67/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$120/day). In fact, June is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Australia, renting a van is 37% more expensive. 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. Here are the best South Australia van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a pickup truck in South Australia, you would pay an average price of $88/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in South Australia (~$32/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~$143/day). In fact, March is about 64% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck rental for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Australia, renting a pickup truck is 38% more expensive. 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 rent a luxury car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of $90/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in South Australia (~$58/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$159/day). In fact, January is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for South Australia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Australia, renting a luxury car is 39% more expensive. 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.

Chevrolet Spark$14/day
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Chevrolet Spark
Suzuki SX4$19/day
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Suzuki SX4

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 January 30, 2025.

Thrifty

9.6
Wonderful
2 reviews11 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 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.3

Sixt

8.6
Very good
9 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.3

Hertz

8.1
Very good
9 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.4

Budget

8.0
Very good
6 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very good
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

9.3

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

Europcar

6.8
Okay
8 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.1

Best South Australia car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in South Australia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in South Australia with an average daily rate of $29. Data was last updated on January 30, 2025.
Ford Focus Sedan$12/day
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Ford Focus Sedan
Kia Sportage$14/day
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Kia Sportage
Chevrolet Spark$14/day
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A/C
Chevrolet Spark

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 January 30, 2025.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in South Australia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $44/day when booking a rental car in South Australia. The best deal a user found was for $24/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Jan. 26.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in South Australia?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in South Australia from the following companies over the past two weeks: Simba Car Hire ($12/day), East Coast Car Rentals ($19/day), and Yesaway ($20/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in South Australia?

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

  • What are gas prices like in South Australia?

    The average gas price in South Australia is $4.01/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $48 and $69 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    From East Coast Car Rentals you can rent a car in South Australia from about $206 per week on average.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting the vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 43% on your car rental. For a below average price in South Australia, Cheapflights recommends booking your car rental at least 7 days in advance.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from South Australia it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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

    Prices can be as low as $885 if you consider booking with Bargain Car Rentals. That price represents savings of 54% compared to the South Australia average. The monthly cost of a car rental in South Australia is on average $885 ($30/day).

Small car rentals in South Australia

Find small car rental deals in South Australia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in South Australia cost an average of $19 per day. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2025.
Hyundai i10$12/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$12/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$12/day
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Hyundai i10

Car rentals by fuel type in South Australia

Browse car rentals by fuel type in South Australia. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in South Australia. Deals were last updated on January 30, 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South Australia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest ($17+).

Electric

Electric

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Hybrid

Hybrid

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