South Australia

Cheap Car Hire in South Australia

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South Australia car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in South Australia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 February 2026.

Most popular company

Bargain Car Rentals

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

R286

Cheapest price per day

R270

Cheapflights insights for South Australia car hires

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

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

For the best savings on car hire in South Australia, make your reservation 43 days before pickup. The average price then is just R492/day – about 1 257% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in South Australia?

Looking to hire a car in South Australia? Simba Car Hire had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R218,73/day. Apex also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R386,78/day.

What is the best car rental company in South Australia?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in South Australia is Avis (rated 9.2/10). Thrifty (rated 9.2/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in South Australia is June, when you can expect to pay R429/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in South Australia is December (R858/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

R572

February

R492

March

R508

April

R778

May

R445

June

R429

July

R540

August

R492

September

R556

October

R635

November

R604

December

R858

What car do most people hire in South Australia?

SUV cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting South Australia. Standard cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Toyota Corolla or similar).

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

Sunnycars has 7 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Thrifty has the second-highest number of locations in South Australia at 6.

Top rental agencies in South Australia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in South Australia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in South Australia. Reviews were last updated on 12 February 2026.

Avis

4 locations

Thrifty

6 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5 locations

Sixt

3 locations

Hertz

3 locations

Alamo

2 locations

Budget

4 locations

Ace Rental Cars

4 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South Australia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 February 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South Australia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R286/day when booking a car hire in South Australia. The absolute best deal a user found was for R232/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Feb. 7.

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

    Bargain Car Rentals is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in South Australia. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R2 002 per week.

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

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For South Australia however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • 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 R8 582, with the average price for a rental being around R286 a day. Book with Bargain Car Rentals, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 17% less compared to the average price of car rentals in South Australia.

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