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 3 June 2026.

Most popular company

Bargain Car Rentals

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

R432

Cheapest price per day

R276

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 10 days before pickup. The average price then is just R552/day – about 1 325% 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 R10,76/day. East Coast Car Rentals also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R18,44/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 East Coast Car Rentals (rated 9.3/10). Avis (rated 9.1/10) 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 R439/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in South Australia is December (R877/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

R585

February

R698

March

R715

April

R780

May

R536

June

R439

July

R536

August

R504

September

R585

October

R666

November

R633

December

R877

What car do most people hire in South Australia?

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

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

Avis has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. East Coast Car Rentals has the second-highest number of locations in South Australia at 1.

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 3 June 2026.

East Coast Car Rentals

1 location

Avis

3 locations

Thrifty

6 locations

Ace Rental Cars

4 locations

Europcar

3 locations

JUCY

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,0

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

6,2

Ace

1 location

National

1 location

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 3 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South Australia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R432/day when booking a car hire in South Australia. The absolute best deal a user found was for R292/day from Provider's pick, booked on Jun. 1.

  • 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 244 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 619, with the average price for a rental being around R321 a day. Book with Provider's pick, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 40% less compared to the average price of car rentals in South Australia.

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