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Adelaide car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Adelaide. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 April 2026.

Most popular company

BARGAINCAR

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.93

Average price per day

C$ 40

Cheapest price per day

C$ 24

Cheapflights insights for Adelaide car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Adelaide, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Adelaide?

Book your rental car in Adelaide 10 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around C$ 46/day on average when booked 10 days ahead, which saves you 19% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest rental car company in Adelaide?

In Adelaide, the most affordable rental car company right now is Simba Car Hire, offering prices from just C$ 19.71/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Budget, with rates starting at C$ 46.25/day.

What is the best car rental company in Adelaide?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Adelaide is Avis (rated 9.0/10 with 4 reviews). Thrifty (rated 9.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Adelaide?

The cheapest month to rent a car in Adelaide is June, when you can expect to pay C$ 37/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Adelaide is December (C$ 74/day on average). The average daily rental price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you rent.

January

C$ 49

February

C$ 59

March

C$ 60

April

C$ 70

May

C$ 40

June

C$ 37

July

C$ 47

August

C$ 42

September

C$ 48

October

C$ 56

November

C$ 52

December

C$ 74

What car do most people rent in Adelaide?

SUV rentals (MG ZS or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Adelaide. Intermediate rentals (MG ZS or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact rentals (Toyota Corolla or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in Adelaide?

Both keddy by Europcar and Sunnycars have 5 locations in Adelaide, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Adelaide

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Adelaide known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Adelaide. Reviews were last updated on 20 April 2026.

Avis

9.0
Wonderful
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.3

Thrifty

9.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.7
Very good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

9.2

Simba Car Hire

8.7
Very good
9 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

9.0

Sixt

8.6
Very good
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.3

Budget

7.7
Good
13 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.6

Ace Rental Cars

7.6
Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

6.8

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

8.0

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 Adelaide, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Adelaide?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 40/day when booking a rental car in Adelaide. The best deal a user found was for C$ 24/day from Simba Car Hire, booked on Apr. 18.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Adelaide for a week from Bargain Car Rentals?

    Renting a car in Adelaide for a week can be a great option for travel. Bargain Car Rentals, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around C$ 172/week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Adelaide?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Adelaide.

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

    Prices can be as low as C$ 736 if you consider booking with Simba Car Hire. That price represents savings of 45% compared to the Adelaide average. The monthly cost of a car rental in Adelaide is on average C$ 736 (C$ 25/day).

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