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Cheap Car Rentals in South Australia from C$ 53

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 25/4 and drop-off date of 27/4. 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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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 25 March 2025.

Most common car type

Mini

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 25 March 2025.

January

C$ 51

February

C$ 42

March

C$ 50

April

C$ 51

May

C$ 41

June

C$ 40

July

C$ 40

August

C$ 37

September

C$ 45

October

C$ 54

November

C$ 51

December

C$ 70

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 25 March 2025.

Small cars

C$ 31 - C$ 108

All Car Types

C$ 57 - C$ 121

To rent a small car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 56/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in South Australia (~C$ 31/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 108/day). In fact, January is about 46% 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 23% 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.

To rent a medium car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 67/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in South Australia (~C$ 44/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 115/day). In fact, June is about 35% 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 10% 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.

To rent a large car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 106/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a large car in South Australia (~C$ 51/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 313/day). In fact, August is about 53% 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 31% 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 C$ 74/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in South Australia (~C$ 38/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 147/day). In fact, May is about 49% 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 is 0% 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 van in South Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 86/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a van in South Australia (~C$ 63/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 313/day). In fact, January is about 28% 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 15% 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.

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 25 March 2025.

Thrifty

9.5
Wonderful
1 review6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

8.5

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

8.6
Very good
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

7.6

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 reviews3 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 25 March 2025.
  • 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 C$ 1.52/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 68 and C$ 99 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    Budget is one of the top picks in South Australia. They can have you in a rental car for about C$ 492 per week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in South Australia it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 43%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 8 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in South Australia for a month is certainly possible.

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 C$ 53 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 March 2025.
Honda FitC$ 53/day
2
5
M
Honda Fit

Luxury car rentals in South Australia

Find luxury car rental deals in South Australia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in South Australia cost an average of C$ 179 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 March 2025.
Mercedes-Benz C-ClassC$ 115/day
5
M
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Chrysler 300C$ 142/day
5
M
Chrysler 300
Audi A4C$ 212/day
5
2
M
Audi A4

Van rentals in South Australia

Find van rental deals in South Australia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in South Australia cost an average of C$ 184 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 March 2025.
Chrysler PacificaC$ 184/day
5
M
Chrysler Pacifica

Car rentals by fuel type in South Australia

Browse car rentals by fuel type in South Australia. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in South Australia. Deals were last updated on 25 March 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South Australia. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (C$ 78+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 80+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 78+

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