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South Australia car rentals in 2026

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 4 February 2026.

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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 118/day – about 224% 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 106. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging RM 212 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 106. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging RM 212 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 142

February

RM 118

March

RM 126

April

RM 189

May

RM 110

June

RM 106

July

RM 134

August

RM 122

September

RM 138

October

RM 157

November

RM 149

December

RM 212

What car do most people hire in South Australia?

The most popular types of cars to hire in South Australia are the following: SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar), Standard cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar), and Economy cars (Toyota Corolla or similar).

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

Sunnycars has 6 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in South Australia at 5.

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 4 February 2026.

Avis

2 locations

Thrifty

5 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

3 locations

Sixt

2 locations

Simba Car Hire

2 locations

Hertz

3 locations

Budget

3 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 4 February 2026.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Australia for a week from Ace Rental Cars?

    Hiring a car in South Australia for a week can be a great option for travel. Ace Rental Cars, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 1,301/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.

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