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Cheap Car Rentals in Adelaide from C$ 34

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 Adelaide with a pick-up date of 18/2 and drop-off date of 24/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Adelaide car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Adelaide. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 December 2024.

Most popular company

SIMBACARHIRE

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.50

Average price per day

C$ 52

Cheapest price per day

C$ 34

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Adelaide?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Adelaide 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 18 December 2024.

January

C$ 48

February

C$ 45

March

C$ 61

April

C$ 51

May

C$ 44

June

C$ 40

July

C$ 38

August

C$ 37

September

C$ 45

October

C$ 54

November

C$ 52

December

C$ 65

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Adelaide 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.

Popular car types in Adelaide

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Adelaide and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 18 December 2024.

There are 32 rental agencies servicing Adelaide. These agencies, altogether, have 65 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? medium car is the cheapest car type to rent in Adelaide with prices from C$ 34 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can rent in Adelaide:

Economy

Economy

C$ 34+

Compact

Compact

C$ 41+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 34+

SUV

SUV

C$ 76+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 94+

Passenger Van

Passenger Van

C$ 96+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

C$ 54+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 59+

Compare available car types for rental in Adelaide

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Adelaide to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 December 2024.

Small cars

C$ 31 - C$ 134

All Car Types

C$ 61 - C$ 152

To rent a small car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 69/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Adelaide, Australia (~C$ 31/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 134/day). In fact, June is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Adelaide, renting a small car saves you 17% 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 Adelaide small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 77/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Adelaide, Australia (~C$ 44/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 143/day). In fact, June is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Adelaide, renting a medium car saves you 7% 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 Adelaide medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 107/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Adelaide, Australia (~C$ 51/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 312/day). In fact, August is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Adelaide, 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 Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 85/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Adelaide, Australia (~C$ 46/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 184/day). In fact, June is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Adelaide, renting a SUV is 4% 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 Adelaide SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 85/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a van in Adelaide, Australia (~C$ 73/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 312/day). In fact, May is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Adelaide, renting a van is 3% 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 Adelaide van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Honda FitC$ 34/day
2
5
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A/C
Honda Fit
Kia RioC$ 41/day
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Nissan VersaC$ 56/day
4
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Nissan Versa

Top rental agencies in Adelaide

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Adelaide known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Adelaide. Reviews were last updated on 18 December 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Adelaide, such as Thrifty, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

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

8.0
Very good
11 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.8

Hertz

7.7
Good
7 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.5

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

Best Adelaide car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Adelaide. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Adelaide with an average daily rate of C$ 66. Data was last updated on 18 December 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on rentals cars in Adelaide. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Honda FitC$ 34/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Ford Focus SedanC$ 34/day
5
4
M
A/C
Ford Focus Sedan
Nissan VersaC$ 41/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Versa

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Adelaide, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Adelaide?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 52/day when booking a rental car in Adelaide. The best deal a user found was for C$ 42/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Dec. 16.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Adelaide?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Adelaide from the following companies over the past two weeks: Simba Car Hire (C$ 34/day), East Coast Car Rentals (C$ 56/day), and Yesaway (C$ 59/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (9.3 rating), East Coast Car Rentals (9.1 rating) and Avis (9.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Adelaide.

  • What are gas prices like in Adelaide?

    The average gas price in Adelaide is C$ 1.50/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 67 and C$ 97 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    Renting a car in Adelaide for a week can be a great option for travel. Simba Car Hire, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around C$ 374/week on average.

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

    Renting your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 46% in Adelaide - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • 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?

    Prices can be as low as C$ 1,604 if you consider booking with Bargain Car Rentals. That price represents savings of 38% compared to the Adelaide average. The monthly cost of a car rental in Adelaide is on average C$ 1,604 (C$ 53/day).

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

    Car rental prices in Adelaide are typically C$ 70 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car rental deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider renting a Economy to save money on your trip to C$ 70. Our users have found prices for Economy car rentals in January to be on average C$ 0 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in Adelaide?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to rent a Compact (Skoda Kamiq) in Adelaide, making it the most popular option.

Small car rentals in Adelaide

Find small car rental deals in Adelaide from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Adelaide cost an average of C$ 70 per day. Price data was last updated on 18 December 2024.
Honda FitC$ 34/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitC$ 35/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitC$ 141/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

Luxury car rentals in Adelaide

Find luxury car rental deals in Adelaide from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Adelaide cost an average of C$ 1,049 per day. Price data was last updated on 18 December 2024.
Check out some of the best deals we've found on luxury car rentals in the Adelaide area. Check back soon for more options if you're not finding the right car rental for you and your fellow passengers.
Chevrolet Corvette StingrayC$ 94/day
5
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Audi A4C$ 112/day
5
2
M
Audi A4
Chevrolet Corvette StingrayC$ 115/day
5
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

Van rentals in Adelaide

Find van rental deals in Adelaide from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Adelaide cost an average of C$ 178 per day. Price data was last updated on 18 December 2024.
If you're in need of a larger vehicle, check out some of the deals we've found on van rentals in Adelaide. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on van rentals.
Toyota SiennaC$ 102/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna
Kia CarnivalC$ 103/day
5
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Carnival
Toyota SiennaC$ 109/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna

Car rentals by fuel type in Adelaide

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Adelaide. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Adelaide. Deals were last updated on 18 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Adelaide. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (C$ 22+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 44+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 31+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 22+

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