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Cheap Car Rentals in South Australia from C$ 36

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 2/12 and drop-off date of 8/12. 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 2024

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 20 November 2024.

Most popular company

Europcar

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

C$ 60

Cheapest price per day

C$ 36

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 20 November 2024.

January

C$ 47

February

C$ 46

March

C$ 61

April

C$ 50

May

C$ 43

June

C$ 39

July

C$ 37

August

C$ 36

September

C$ 46

October

C$ 53

November

C$ 50

December

C$ 63

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.

Popular car types in South Australia

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in South Australia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

In South Australia, there are 3,287 active rental locations from 98 car rental companies. small car is the cheapest car type to rent in South Australia in the past week - currently priced from C$ 36/day. View deals for 5 car types available to rent in this destination:

Economy

Economy

C$ 37+

Compact

Compact

C$ 36+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 40+

SUV

SUV

C$ 60+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 63+

Mini

Mini

C$ 53+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

C$ 125+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

C$ 38+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 44+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 59+

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

C$ 60+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

C$ 62+

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 20 November 2024.

Small cars

C$ 30 - C$ 131

All Car Types

C$ 62 - C$ 149

To rent a small car in South Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 69/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a small car in South Australia (~C$ 30/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 131/day). In fact, June is about 58% 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 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 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 C$ 77/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in South Australia (~C$ 43/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 140/day). In fact, June is about 45% 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 C$ 108/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a large car in South Australia (~C$ 50/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 306/day). In fact, August is about 54% 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 23% 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$ 86/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in South Australia (~C$ 45/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 181/day). In fact, June 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 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 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 C$ 101/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a van in South Australia (~C$ 104/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 306/day). In fact, November is about 1% 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 18% 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.

Honda CivicC$ 36/day
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Honda Civic
Toyota YarisC$ 37/day
2
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Toyota Yaris
Honda CivicC$ 43/day
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Honda Civic

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 20 November 2024.

Thrifty

9.5
Wonderful
2 reviews11 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 reviews4 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 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.0

Sixt

8.6
Very good
9 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.3

Hertz

8.3
Very good
9 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.6

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

7.2
Good
7 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.6

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 C$ 58. Data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
Honda CivicC$ 36/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Toyota YarisC$ 37/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Nissan SentraC$ 40/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Sentra

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 20 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in South Australia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 60/day when booking a rental car in South Australia. The best deal a user found was for C$ 39/day from Provider's pick, booked on Nov. 17.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in South Australia from the following companies over the past two weeks: Ace Rental Cars (C$ 37/day), Europcar (C$ 44/day), and keddy by Europcar (C$ 62/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), EverythingFleet (10.0 rating) and YesDrive Car Rental (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$ 1.49/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 67 and C$ 96 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    Europcar is one of the top picks in South Australia. They can have you in a rental car for about C$ 410 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 47%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 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.

  • 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 C$ 1,759, with the average price for a rental being around C$ 59 a day. Book with Provider's pick, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 58% less compared to the average price of car rentals in South Australia.

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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 20 November 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South Australia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (C$ 26+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 34+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 28+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 26+

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