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 28 March 2026.

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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 53 days before pickup. The average price then is just R548/day – about 1 324% less than the yearly average.

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 R462/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in South Australia is December (R924/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

R616

February

R736

March

R702

April

R873

May

R496

June

R462

July

R582

August

R530

September

R616

October

R702

November

R650

December

R924

What car do most people hire in South Australia?

SUV cars (Subaru Forester 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 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in South Australia at 8.

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 28 March 2026.

Avis

3 locations

Thrifty

7 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

4 locations

Sixt

4 locations

Hertz

7 locations

Budget

8 locations

Ace Rental Cars

4 locations

Dollar

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,3

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 28 March 2026.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Australia for a week from East Coast Car Rentals?

    East Coast 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 R9 017 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.

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