South Australia

Cheap Car Rentals in South Australia from $14

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 7/1 and drop-off date of 7/14. 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 June 12, 2025.

Most popular company

Bargain Car Rentals

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

$29

Cheapest price per day

$14

Compare car rental deals in South Australia by type

Here are the best South Australia small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best South Australia medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best South Australia SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best South Australia van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Chevrolet Spark$14/day
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Chevrolet Spark
Subaru Impreza$15/day
4
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Subaru Impreza
Suzuki SX4$21/day
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Suzuki SX4

Best car rental deals found in South Australia

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 $26. Data was last updated on June 12, 2025.
Chevrolet Spark$14/day
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Chevrolet Spark
Nissan Versa$15/day
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Nissan Versa
Suzuki SX4$15/day
4
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A/C
Suzuki SX4

Cheapflights insights for South Australia car rentals

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

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

Book your rental car in South Australia 8 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings Car rental prices are around $28/day on average when booked 8 days ahead, which saves you 18% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest rental car company in South Australia?

In South Australia, the most affordable rental car company right now is Simba Car Hire, offering prices from just $12.28/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is JUCY , with rates starting at $15.08/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 Thrifty (rated 9.6/10 with 2 reviews). Avis (rated 9.0/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At South Australia, the best time to rent a car is in June, with an average daily rate of just $27. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $49 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In South Australia, the best time to rent a car is in June, with an average daily rate of just $27. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $49 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$36

February

$30

March

$31

April

$47

May

$28

June

$27

July

$29

August

$27

September

$32

October

$38

November

$36

December

$49

What car do most people rent in South Australia?

Intermediate rentals (Class Intermediate SUV, for example) are the most popular in South Australia. SUV (Class Intermediate SUV) and Compact (Class Compact Car) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting South Australia.

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

Both Sunnycars and Thrifty have 7 locations in South Australia, more than any other rental company in the area.

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 June 12, 2025.

Thrifty

9.6
Wonderful
2 reviews7 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

Budget

8.8
Very good
5 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.0

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

Simba Car Hire

8.2
Very good
9 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.4

Hertz

8.1
Very good
9 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.4

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

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 June 12, 2025.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in South Australia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $29/day when booking a rental car in South Australia. The best deal a user found was for $19/day from Simba Car Hire, booked on Jun. 8.

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

    From Bargain Car Rentals you can rent a car in South Australia from about $113 per week on average.

  • 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 $482 if you consider booking with Simba Car Hire. That price represents savings of 25% compared to the South Australia average. The monthly cost of a car rental in South Australia is on average $482 ($16/day).

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 June 12, 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 ($13+).

Electric

Electric

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Hybrid

Hybrid

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