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 9 October 2026.
Most popular company | Bargain Car Rentals |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | R488 |
Cheapest price per day | R283 |
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 88 days before pickup. The average price then is just R549/day – about 1 305% 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 East Coast Car Rentals (rated 9.3/10). Avis (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 R515/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in South Australia is December (R881/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
R599
February
R732
March
R732
April
R798
May
R565
June
R515
July
R582
August
R515
September
R599
October
R632
November
R632
December
R881
What car do most people hire in South Australia?
SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting South Australia. Compact cars (Class Compact Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Ford Mustang or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in South Australia?
Both Avis and East Coast Car Rentals have 2 locations in South Australia, more than any other car hire company in the area.
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 9 October 2026.
East Coast Car Rentals
East Coast Car Rentals Locations in South Australia
Avis
Avis Locations in South Australia
Thrifty
Thrifty Locations in South Australia
Ace Rental Cars
Ace Rental Cars Locations in South Australia
Europcar
Europcar Locations in South Australia
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JUCY Locations in South Australia
Ace
Ace Locations in South Australia
National
National Locations in South Australia
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 9 October 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found in South Australia?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R488/day when booking a car hire in South Australia. The absolute best deal a user found was for R353/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Oct. 3.
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 298 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 R9 847, with the average price for a rental being around R328 a day. Book with Bargain Car Rentals, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 35% less compared to the average price of car rentals in South Australia.