South Australia

Cheap Car Rentals in South Australia from RM 124

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 24/5 and drop-off date of 31/5. 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 9 April 2026.

Most popular company

Bargain Car Rentals

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

RM 138

Cheapest price per day

RM 124

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 9 April 2026.

There are currently 3,331 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 small car at RM 124 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

RM 162+

Compact

Compact

RM 124+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 148+

SUV

SUV

RM 150+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 267+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 231+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 293+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 152+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

RM 155+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 155+

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 124/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City
Perodua MyviRM 162/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi
Proton PersonaRM 365/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 222. Data was last updated on 9 April 2026.
Honda CityRM 124/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City
Nissan AlmeraRM 148/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Toyota RAV4RM 150/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4

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 53 days before pickup. The average price then is just RM 131/day – about 240% 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 Dollar, offering prices from just RM 157.39/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Europcar, with rates starting at RM 168.37/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 Thrifty (rated 9.2/10). Avis (rated 9.1/10) 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 107. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging RM 215 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 107. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging RM 215 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 143

February

RM 171

March

RM 171

April

RM 203

May

RM 115

June

RM 107

July

RM 135

August

RM 123

September

RM 139

October

RM 163

November

RM 151

December

RM 215

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), Economy cars (Hyundai Accent or similar), and Luxury cars (Mercedes-Benz C-Class 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 9 April 2026.

Thrifty

4 locations

Avis

4 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 9 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South Australia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 138/day when booking a car hire in South Australia. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 76/day from Provider's pick, booked on Apr. 4.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Australia for a week from Bargain Car Rentals?

    Hiring a car in South Australia for a week can be a great option for travel. Bargain Car Rentals, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 605/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.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in South Australia for a month?

    The average cost of a car rental in South Australia for a month is RM 2,594. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

Car rentals by fuel type in South Australia

Browse car rentals by fuel type in South Australia. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in South Australia. Deals were last updated on 9 April 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South Australia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 21+).

Electric

Electric

RM 41+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 31+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 21+

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