South Australia

Cheap Car Rentals in South Australia from RM 195

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 10/3 and drop-off date of 13/3. 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 26 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 26 February 2026.

There are currently 3,349 hire locations operating in South Australia spread across 121 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in South Australia is medium car at RM 195 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Compact

Compact

RM 195+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 195+

SUV

SUV

RM 269+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 366+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 266+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 281+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

RM 359+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 216+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 223+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

RM 242+

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 195/day
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A/C
Honda City
Perodua AxiaRM 203/day
4
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A/C
Perodua Axia

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 256. Data was last updated on 26 February 2026.
Honda CityRM 195/day
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A/C
Honda City
Nissan AlmeraRM 195/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Proton PersonaRM 203/day
4
M
A/C
Proton Persona

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 124/day – about 235% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in South Australia?

In South Australia, the most affordable car hire company right now is Ace Rental Cars, offering prices from just RM 104.36/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hertz, with rates starting at RM 196.05/day.

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 210 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 210 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 140

February

RM 148

March

RM 128

April

RM 191

May

RM 113

June

RM 105

July

RM 132

August

RM 121

September

RM 136

October

RM 156

November

RM 148

December

RM 210

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), Intermediate cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar), and Economy cars (Toyota Corolla or similar).

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

Both Firefly and Sunnycars have 10 locations in South Australia, more than any other rental company in the area.

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 26 February 2026.

Avis

6 locations

Thrifty

8 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6 locations

Hertz

8 locations

Alamo

3 locations

Budget

8 locations

Ace Rental Cars

4 locations

Dollar

4 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 26 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 1,286/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 26 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 47+).

Electric

Electric

RM 62+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 47+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 50+

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