South Australia

Cheap Car Rentals in South Australia from RM 113

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in South Australia with a pick-up date of 18/12 and drop-off date of 20/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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South Australia car rentals in 2025

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 31 October 2025.

Most common car type

Supplier choice

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 31 October 2025.

There are currently 3,303 hire locations operating in South Australia spread across 111 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in South Australia is small car at RM 113 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

RM 356+

Compact

Compact

RM 113+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 220+

SUV

SUV

RM 463+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 438+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 382+

Mini

Mini

RM 364+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 435+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 260+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

RM 294+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 371+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

RM 382+

Compare car rental deals in South Australia by type

Here are the best South Australia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best South Australia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best South Australia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best South Australia van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20RM 113/day
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Hyundai i20
Perodua BezzaRM 193/day
4
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Perodua Bezza
Perodua MyviRM 356/day
2
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A/C
Perodua Myvi

Best car rental deals found in South Australia

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 RM 321. Data was last updated on 31 October 2025.
Hyundai i20RM 113/day
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Hyundai i20
Perodua BezzaRM 193/day
4
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A/C
Perodua Bezza
Hyundai IoniqRM 220/day
5
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A/C
Hyundai Ioniq

Cheapflights insights for South Australia car rentals

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 8 days before pickup. The average price then is just RM 122/day – about 242% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in South Australia?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental 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 rent a car in South Australia?

At South Australia, the best time to rent a car is at June, with an average daily rate of just RM 113. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging RM 206 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In South Australia, the best time to rent a car is in June, with an average daily rate of just RM 113. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging RM 206 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

RM 147

February

RM 122

March

RM 130

April

RM 197

May

RM 117

June

RM 113

July

RM 143

August

RM 130

September

RM 147

October

RM 168

November

RM 159

December

RM 206

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

Sunnycars has 10 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in South Australia at 9.

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 31 October 2025.

Avis

4 locations

Thrifty

9 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5 locations

Sixt

3 locations

Hertz

9 locations

Alamo

2 locations

Budget

5 locations

Ace Rental Cars

4 locations

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 31 October 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Australia for a week from Hertz?

    Hiring a car in South Australia for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 1,319/week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in South Australia for a month is certainly possible.

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 31 October 2025.

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 (RM 27+).

Electric

Electric

RM 90+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 27+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 29+

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