South Australia

Cheap Car Rentals in South Australia from RM 178

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 23/3 and drop-off date of 11/4. 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 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 16 February 2026.

Most common car type

Mini

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 16 February 2026.

There are currently 3,348 hire locations operating in South Australia spread across 117 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in South Australia is small car at RM 178 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

RM 234+

Compact

Compact

RM 178+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 242+

SUV

SUV

RM 238+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 368+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 328+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 335+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 213+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 272+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

RM 275+

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:

Honda CityRM 178/day
4
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A/C
Honda City
Perodua MyviRM 234/day
2
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A/C
Perodua Myvi
Proton PersonaRM 498/day
4
M
A/C
Proton Persona

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 300. Data was last updated on 16 February 2026.
Honda CityRM 178/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City
Honda HR-VRM 213/day
4
M
A/C
Honda HR-V
Perodua BezzaRM 234/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Bezza

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 43 days before pickup. The average price then is just RM 125/day – about 238% 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 105. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging RM 211 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 105. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging RM 211 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 141

February

RM 133

March

RM 125

April

RM 191

May

RM 113

June

RM 105

July

RM 133

August

RM 121

September

RM 137

October

RM 160

November

RM 148

December

RM 211

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 (Mitsubishi Outlander 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 7 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget 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 16 February 2026.

Avis

4 locations

Thrifty

5 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

4 locations

Hertz

3 locations

Alamo

2 locations

Budget

5 locations

Ace Rental Cars

4 locations

Dollar

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.3

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 16 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 1,292/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 16 February 2026.

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 43+).

Electric

Electric

RM 69+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 43+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 61+

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