Adelaide

Cheap Car Rentals in Adelaide from C$ 29

Adelaide, SA, Australia
26 Mar — 2 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Adelaide, SA, Australia
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Adelaide car rentals in 2024

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 19 March 2024.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.52

Average price per day

C$ 54

Cheapest price per day

C$ 29

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Adelaide and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

January

C$ 47

February

C$ 47

March

C$ 60

April

C$ 63

May

C$ 60

June

C$ 46

July

C$ 48

August

C$ 46

September

C$ 54

October

C$ 54

November

C$ 51

December

C$ 60

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Adelaide is June. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Adelaide

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Adelaide and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

There are 29 rental agencies servicing Adelaide. These agencies, altogether, have 61 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? small car is the cheapest car type to rent in Adelaide with prices from C$ 29 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can rent in Adelaide:

Economy

Economy

C$ 29+

Compact

Compact

C$ 35+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 33+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 90+

SUV

SUV

C$ 121+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 70+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 116+

Passenger Van

Passenger Van

C$ 90+

Compare available car types for rental in Adelaide

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Adelaide to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Small cars

C$ 54 - C$ 107

All Car Types

C$ 59 - C$ 132

To rent a small car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 74/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Adelaide, Australia (~C$ 54/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~C$ 107/day). In fact, June is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Adelaide, renting a small car saves you 14% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Adelaide small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 84/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Adelaide, Australia (~C$ 50/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 183/day). In fact, July is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Adelaide, renting a medium car saves you 2% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Adelaide medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 96/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Adelaide, Australia (~C$ 52/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~C$ 205/day). In fact, June is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Adelaide, renting a large car is 12% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Adelaide large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 97/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Adelaide, Australia (~C$ 66/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 225/day). In fact, July is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Adelaide, renting a SUV is 13% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Adelaide SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Adelaide, Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 94/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a van in Adelaide, Australia (~C$ 72/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~C$ 247/day). In fact, July is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Adelaide. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Adelaide, renting a van is 9% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Adelaide van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Honda FitC$ 29/day
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Honda Fit
Nissan VersaC$ 35/day
4
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Nissan Versa
Nissan VersaC$ 78/day
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Nissan Versa

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 19 March 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Adelaide, such as Simba Car Hire, Thrifty and Avis. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Simba Car Hire

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

9.6

Thrifty

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

8.5

Avis

9.1
Wonderful
6 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.5

Firefly

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

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

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

Hertz

8.5
Very good
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.2

Budget

8.0
Very good
10 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

Best Adelaide car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Adelaide. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Adelaide with an average daily rate of C$ 71. Data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on rentals cars in Adelaide. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Honda FitC$ 29/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Ford FusionC$ 33/day
5
M
A/C
Ford Fusion
Nissan SylphyC$ 35/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sylphy

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Adelaide, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Adelaide?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 54/day when booking a rental car in Adelaide. The best deal a user found was for C$ 44/day from Bargain Car Rentals, booked on Mar. 10.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Adelaide?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Adelaide from the following companies over the past two weeks: East Coast Car Rentals (C$ 29/day), Apex (C$ 33/day), and Alamo (C$ 65/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Adelaide?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, East Coast Car Rentals (9.6 rating), Avis (9.1 rating) and Thrifty (9.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Adelaide.

  • What are gas prices like in Adelaide?

    The average gas price in Adelaide is C$ 1.52/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 68 and C$ 99 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    Renting a car in Adelaide for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around C$ 415/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Adelaide for the best price?

    Renting your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 39% in Adelaide - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • 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$ 1,778 if you consider booking with Bargain Car Rentals. That price represents savings of 60% compared to the Adelaide average. The monthly cost of a car rental in Adelaide is on average C$ 1,778 (C$ 59/day).

  • How much is a car rental in Adelaide for a weekend?

    Car rental prices in Adelaide are typically C$ 250 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car rental deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider renting a Economy to save money on your trip to C$ 250. Our users have found prices for Economy car rentals in April to be on average C$ 177 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in Adelaide?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to rent a Standard (Toyota Corolla) in Adelaide, making it the most popular option.

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Luxury car rentals in Adelaide

Find luxury car rental deals in Adelaide from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Adelaide cost an average of C$ 120 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Check out some of the best deals we've found on luxury car rentals in the Adelaide area. Check back soon for more options if you're not finding the right car rental for you and your fellow passengers.
Chrysler 300C$ 90/day
5
M
A/C
Chrysler 300
Audi A4C$ 98/day
5
2
M
A/C
Audi A4
Chrysler 300C$ 113/day
5
M
A/C
Chrysler 300

Van rentals in Adelaide

Find van rental deals in Adelaide from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Adelaide cost an average of C$ 192 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
If you're in need of a larger vehicle, check out some of the deals we've found on van rentals in Adelaide. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on van rentals.
Dodge Grand CaravanC$ 70/day
5
M
A/C
Dodge Grand Caravan
Dodge Grand CaravanC$ 85/day
5
M
A/C
Dodge Grand Caravan
Dodge Grand CaravanC$ 99/day
5
M
A/C
Dodge Grand Caravan

Car rentals by fuel type in Adelaide

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Adelaide. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Adelaide. Deals were last updated on 19 March 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Adelaide. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (C$ 24+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 58+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 24+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 31+

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